Entry Level Operator

Domtar Products•Johnsonburg, PA

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world. Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth. The location in Johnsonburg, (Pennsylvania, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Entry Level Operator. This job is full-time permanent. The Johnsonburg Mill manufactures uncoated freesheet paper used by customers to create brochures, direct mail, stationery, checks, envelopes, and hardbound books. Johnsonburg is a leader in environmental management and is certified by accredited forestry organizations. We are recognized as one of the most technologically advanced paper mills in the world. We offer a career for motivated and skilled individuals with a safety mindset to operate our state-of-the-art equipment and systems. Our career progression provides opportunities to grow and develop your skills in the pulp and paper-making manufacturing technologies while increasing your earnings. New employees typically can earn an average of $70,000 per year after three years of service to the Johnsonburg Mill. Domtar offers competitive benefits including health and life insurance, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) with Company match, paid holidays, one week of vacation after 6 months and an additional week after 1 year of service, shift differential of a dollar per hour, and more.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Minimum of 2 years full time work experience or post-secondary education
Mechanical aptitude
Basic computer skills
Basic math skills
Decision-making skills
Communication skills
Ability to be flexible
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to wear safety equipment (hard hat, ear plugs, safety shoes, safety glasses)
Ability to climb ladders and high stairways/catwalks
Ability to climb/descend ladders
Ability to perform a range of motion in various positions
Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
Physical endurance
Ability to work in a hot and humid environment
Willing and able to qualify to safely operate forklifts, lift trucks, and other motorized equipment
Ability to work at heights greater than four feet from ground level
Ability to use chemicals in the paper process (chlorine, chlorine dioxide, sulfur compounds and sulfuric acid)
Ability to operate heavy machinery including overhead cranes and industrial trucks
Ability to handle massive weight and rolling of paper rolls
Ability to follow lock out / tag out procedures
Pass background check
Pass drug screening

Responsibilities

Operate state-of-the-art equipment and systems.
Work in a heavy manufacturing environment, operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, including holidays and weekends as designated by the Crew schedule.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to safe work behaviors.
Utilize mechanical aptitude, basic computer and math skills, decision-making and communication skills.
Be flexible and work in a team environment.
Wear safety equipment, such as a hard hat, ear plugs, safety shoes, and safety glasses.
Climb ladders and high stairways/catwalks and climbing/descending ladders (e.g., during lockout or operational trouble shooting).
Perform a range of motion in various positions.
Walk and stand for long periods of time in an industrial setting.
Exhibit physical endurance and the ability to work in a hot and humid environment.
Qualify to safely operate forklifts, lift trucks, and other motorized equipment.
Work at heights greater than four feet from ground level.
Use chemicals in the paper process (chlorine, chlorine dioxide, sulfur compounds and sulfuric acid).
Operate heavy machinery including overhead cranes and industrial trucks.
Handle massive weight and rolling of paper rolls.
Follow lock out / tag out procedures.
Adhere to safety guidelines and policies.