Process Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
Process Engineer
Location: Port Mellon, British Columbia, CA, V0N2S0
Department: Quality & Technical Services (MS00)
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 Process Engineer is responsible for evaluating and optimizing manufacturing processes to reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and establish best practices. Key responsibilities include maintaining reliable and safe production systems utilizing both internal and external resources. This role leads technical initiatives aimed at improving processes, product quality, and implementing technological advancements. It also involves troubleshooting production, quality, and environmental issues by identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
Key Responsibilites
- Provide technical oversight to ensure optimal efficiency and product quality
- Deliver technical training to the workforce on process improvements and changes
- Collaborate with other departments to drive continuous improvement
- Lead process optimization initiatives
- Support CAPEX projects, including equipment upgrades and the implementation of new technologies
- Gather and analyze data to enhance productivity and product quality
- Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards
- Identify cost reduction opportunities and work with cross-functional teams to achieve results
- Develop and conduct trials as needed
- Participate in shutdown planning and execution, as required
- Interpret technical manuals and drawings, and effectively communicate relevant information to operations
- Develop techniques and processes aimed at improving quality
Qualifications
- B Eng or BA Sc. In Chemical Engineering
- Strong background PLC controls, working knowledge on electrical schematics and automation design.
- Experience in equipment troubleshooting, process optimization and production controls such as SPC and DCS.
- 5+ years of industry experience, that would include some combination of strategic planning, resource allocation, manpower modeling, leadership techniques, and production methods.
- Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively coach, teach, and manage people.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal).
- Excellent troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to plan, organize, execute and works to specific goals and objectives
Compensation & Benefits
$76,500 - $93,500 CAD per annum (Actual salary offer will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity).
We offer an attractive benefits package that includes:
- Annual bonus incentive plan
- Minimum of three weeks’ annual vacation
- Comprehensive group insurance coverage
- Defined-contribution pension plan with employer contributions
- Employee and family assistance program
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.
About Domtar
Domtar is a leading, privately held manufacturer of diversified forest products, with a workforce of roughly 14,000 employees in more than 40 locations across North America. The company has an annual capacity of 9.1 million metric tons of pulp, paper, packaging and tissue annually, and has an annual production capacity of about 3 billion board feet of lumber and other wood products. Formerly known as the Paper Excellence Group, Domtar is comprised of legacy businesses Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation and Resolute Forest Products.
Domtar prides itself on operational excellence, delivering sustainable, high-quality, and cost-effective products to meet and exceed customer needs globally. The company is committed to turning sustainable wood fiber into everyday essential products.
Domtar est l'un des principaux fabricants privés de produits forestiers diversifiés, avec un effectif d'environ 14 000 employés répartis sur plus de 40 sites en Amérique du Nord. L'entreprise a une capacité annuelle de 9,1 millions de tonnes métriques de pâte, de papier, d'emballage et de papier tissu, ainsi qu'une capacité de production annuelle d'environ 3 milliards de pieds-planche de bois d'œuvre et d'autres produits du bois. Anciennement connu sous le nom de Paper Excellence Group, Domtar est composé des entreprises Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation et Produits forestiers Résolu.
Domtar est fière de son excellence opérationnelle, de ses produits durables, de haute qualité et rentables qui répondent aux besoins de ses clients à l'échelle mondiale et les dépassent. L'entreprise s'engage à transformer la fibre de bois durable en produits essentiels à la vie de tous les jours.
Process Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
Process Engineer
Location: Port Mellon, British Columbia, CA, V0N2S0
Department: Quality & Technical Services (MS00)
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 Process Engineer is responsible for evaluating and optimizing manufacturing processes to reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and establish best practices. Key responsibilities include maintaining reliable and safe production systems utilizing both internal and external resources. This role leads technical initiatives aimed at improving processes, product quality, and implementing technological advancements. It also involves troubleshooting production, quality, and environmental issues by identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
Key Responsibilites
- Provide technical oversight to ensure optimal efficiency and product quality
- Deliver technical training to the workforce on process improvements and changes
- Collaborate with other departments to drive continuous improvement
- Lead process optimization initiatives
- Support CAPEX projects, including equipment upgrades and the implementation of new technologies
- Gather and analyze data to enhance productivity and product quality
- Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards
- Identify cost reduction opportunities and work with cross-functional teams to achieve results
- Develop and conduct trials as needed
- Participate in shutdown planning and execution, as required
- Interpret technical manuals and drawings, and effectively communicate relevant information to operations
- Develop techniques and processes aimed at improving quality
Qualifications
- B Eng or BA Sc. In Chemical Engineering
- Strong background PLC controls, working knowledge on electrical schematics and automation design.
- Experience in equipment troubleshooting, process optimization and production controls such as SPC and DCS.
- 5+ years of industry experience, that would include some combination of strategic planning, resource allocation, manpower modeling, leadership techniques, and production methods.
- Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively coach, teach, and manage people.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal).
- Excellent troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to plan, organize, execute and works to specific goals and objectives
Compensation & Benefits
$76,500 - $93,500 CAD per annum (Actual salary offer will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity).
We offer an attractive benefits package that includes:
- Annual bonus incentive plan
- Minimum of three weeks’ annual vacation
- Comprehensive group insurance coverage
- Defined-contribution pension plan with employer contributions
- Employee and family assistance program
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.
About Domtar
Domtar is a leading, privately held manufacturer of diversified forest products, with a workforce of roughly 14,000 employees in more than 40 locations across North America. The company has an annual capacity of 9.1 million metric tons of pulp, paper, packaging and tissue annually, and has an annual production capacity of about 3 billion board feet of lumber and other wood products. Formerly known as the Paper Excellence Group, Domtar is comprised of legacy businesses Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation and Resolute Forest Products.
Domtar prides itself on operational excellence, delivering sustainable, high-quality, and cost-effective products to meet and exceed customer needs globally. The company is committed to turning sustainable wood fiber into everyday essential products.
Domtar est l'un des principaux fabricants privés de produits forestiers diversifiés, avec un effectif d'environ 14 000 employés répartis sur plus de 40 sites en Amérique du Nord. L'entreprise a une capacité annuelle de 9,1 millions de tonnes métriques de pâte, de papier, d'emballage et de papier tissu, ainsi qu'une capacité de production annuelle d'environ 3 milliards de pieds-planche de bois d'œuvre et d'autres produits du bois. Anciennement connu sous le nom de Paper Excellence Group, Domtar est composé des entreprises Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation et Produits forestiers Résolu.
Domtar est fière de son excellence opérationnelle, de ses produits durables, de haute qualité et rentables qui répondent aux besoins de ses clients à l'échelle mondiale et les dépassent. L'entreprise s'engage à transformer la fibre de bois durable en produits essentiels à la vie de tous les jours.