Job Description

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 Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada, is seeking talent to fill the position of Technical Manager . This job is full-time permanent.

Reporting to the Mill Manager, the incumbent will provide strategic direction and leadership to the Technical department; managing department staff in a collaborative, team environment while ensuring safety standards and full compliance to all regulatory requirements are being met.

Responsibilities:
• Direct all aspects of customer service including customer quality specifications, customer information, complaint response, etc.


• Quality control- maintain high quality standards for the produced pulp. Will be instrumental in grade development.


• Process Optimization--ensure process is running efficiently and at optimal levels.


• Process Engineering-assistance in the development and implementation of operational strategy and/or capital improvements.


• Implement measures to improve energy efficiency.


• Cost Management-monitor and control operational costs. Direct efforts of engineers and technologists in areas of operating cost, quality control, and process optimization.


• Data Analysis and reporting- collect and analyze data to track KPIs.


• Establish and maintain appropriate mill-wide environmental programs.


• Regulatory compliance--establish and maintain a reporting network with all appropriate regulatory agencies. Meet all regulatory requirements for testing and reporting information as defined in permits and legislation. Obtain necessary permits required to operate the mill.


• Overall maintenance of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 programs.


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Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or relevant disciplines.


• 10+ years experience in a manufacturing environment.


• 2+ years experience in management.


• Kraft pulp, TMP, and/or BCTMP knowledge and experience.


• Knowledge of product cycle, material acquisition and sales.


• Excellent project management and budget management skills.


• Strong problem solving to maintain/increase productivity levels to meet agreed targets.
• Leadership capabilities with good interpersonal and communication skills.




Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.


To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.