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Human Resources Manager, Thunder Bay Sawmill
@ Domtar Products
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Overview
Domtar Products is hiring a full-time permanent Human Resources Manager for its Thunder Bay Sawmill in Ontario. The role leads HR and labour relations support for sawmill operations, covering recruitment, policy, scheduling, grievances and payroll liaison. The posting states a salary of CAD $105,000 to $125,000 per year, at least three weeks of vacation, and a range of benefits.
Pay:
$105,000–$125,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Support operations management and supervisors on labour relations issues
- Coordinate recruitment and selection for the sawmill
- Manage manpower and scheduling issues
- Support labour contract management and grievance resolution
- Assist with training, development and return-to-work programs
Requirements summary:
- 5 to 7 years of equivalent HR experience
- Bachelor's in human resources or related field an asset
- Knowledge of federal and provincial employment laws
- Strong facilitation and issue resolution skills
- Excellent project and time management, MS Office proficiency
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-17
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Human resources |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Human Resources, Business |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Relocation assistance, Performance bonus |
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Domtar Products
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Full company description
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.
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- Reported office locations
- 100 Kingsley Park Dr, Fort Mill, South Carolina 29715, US
- 234 Kingsley Park Drive, Fort Mill, South Carolina 29715-6476, US
- 395, de Maisonneuve West, Montreal, Quebec, CA
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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…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Fort Mill, South Carolina |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1848 |
| Specialties | Paper ManufacturingPaper DistributionPulp ManufacturingPulp and PaperPaperPulpManufacturingForestrySustainabilityEngineering |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 158 |
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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 Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, is seeking talent to fill the position of Human Resources Manager, Thunder Bay Sawmill. This job is full-time permanent.
Would you describe yourself as a coach? Would you like to be involved in creating a work environment that encourages your team members to constantly exceed expectations? Can you demonstrate a high degree of dedication to achieve results and take action rapidly while managing multiple priorities? If so, this position will offer you rewarding challenges and opportunities.
What you gain by working with us:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus incentive plan
- At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays; depending on your experience
- Full range of group insurance from the first day of work
- Telemedicine services
- Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
- Employee and family assistance program
- Education assistance program
- Work Travel Assistance Program
- Referral bonuses
- Relocation assistance to the community of Thunder Bay.
- A workplace based on respect, diversity, and inclusion
Your responsibilities:
As Human Resources Manager, you will act as a key change agent providing support and direction for Human Resources and Labour Relations management for the Thunder Bay Sawmill by performing the following duties:
- Provide support to Operations Management & Supervisory group on Labour Relation issues.
- Coordinate the recruitment and selection process for Thunder Bay Sawmill.
- Leadership in related policy, procedure development and certification programs.
- Responsible for management of all manpower and scheduling issues for the Thunder Bay Sawmill.
- Provide support and information to operations for progressive work systems and Labor contract management.
- Provide support and conduct research in order to assist in grievance resolution.
- Communicate with and provide support to payroll.
- Assist with the management of employee training, development programs, and provide support on all disability management and return to work programs.
Ideal profile:
- Bachelor of Human Resources or related field an asset;
- 5 to 7 years of equivalent experience.
- Ability to work as part of a team, to communicate with all levels of the organization and to adapt quickly to change;
- Solid analytical skills and the ability to quickly make sound decisions based on experience and judgment even when the information available is incomplete and/or you are under pressure;
- Excellent project and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities;
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
- Demonstrated strong facilitation and issue resolution skills;
- Understanding of federal and provincial employment laws;
- The salary range for this position is CAD $105,000 to $125,000 per year. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.
Your team:
- Reporting to the Regional HR Manager Ontario Wood Products with indirect reporting to the Thunder Bay Sawmill Manager; you will be part of a dynamic team to which you will contribute vital skills.
Reason for Posting: This is a replacement position.
Hiring for this position is ongoing and will be filled as required. To be considered for this position, please apply today! We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada for our company. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Our Thunder Bay Sawmill is located at 156 Darrel Avenue, Thunder Bay, ON. The community of Thunder Bay is located in Northwest Ontario. For more information about the region, please visit http://www.thunderbay.ca/ or www.visitthunderbay.com)
You will view Thunder Bay is naturally home to epic outdoor adventures. In and around the city, there are hundreds of parks and conservation areas ready for you to explore. Find golf, mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, angling and sailing opportunities within in walking distance; and Lake Superior – the world’s largest freshwater lake a mere stone’s throw away as well as the pleasures of many winter activities including skiing or snowmobiling. Other notable sites include:
- Fort William Historical Park: This is a recreation of an early 1800s fur trade post
- Sleeping Giant Provincial Park: This park is known for its scenic views and natural wonders
- Mount McKay: You can climb to one of the highest points in the province at this location
- Prince Arthur’s Landing: You can enjoy art galleries, museums, and food at this location
- Terry Fox Memorial: This memorial is dedicated to Terry Fox, a Canadian athlete who ran across Canada to raise money for cancer research
Domtar is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.
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.
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