Senior Engineer, Process

Overview

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 Calhoun, TN, is seeking talent to fill the position of Senior Engineer, Process
. This job is salaried exempt.

Location: Calhoun, TN, US, 37309

Primary

Purpose:

Technical oversight of the day to day operations of an integrated facility, primarily the Tissue Converting area. Personnel safety, process optimization, product development, maintenance input and machine efficiency are key elements. The OEM equipment and engineered baseline are the backbone of this position’s responsibility. Top priorities for this position:

• Primary technical coach for operations team members
• Lead trials
• Work with vendors for process optimization which includes chemical optimization
• Lead partnership meetings with internal customers
• Parcview, Proficy, Power BI lead
• Monitor and reduce waste, drive waste initiatives
• Process Centerline Development
• Lead CAPEX projects
• Downtime analysis
• Machine efficiency and rate optimization
• Lead root cause problem analysis

• At least 5 years working in manufacturing, with Tissue, pulp and paper experience a plus
• An engineering degree in pulp and paper sciences or chemical engineering is desired, other types of engineers such as electrical and mechanical with experience in paper making are acceptable.
• Understanding of machine processes operating at maximum efficiency.
• Must have very good organizational, analytical, computer and communication skill.
• Progressively responsible management position related to operations in tissue manufacturing
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership and teamwork skills
• Troubleshooting (process focus) skills

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.