Posted 26 days ago
Maintenance Supervisor, Atikokan Sawmill
@ Domtar Products
Atikokan, Ontario
Overview
Domtar is hiring a full-time permanent Maintenance Supervisor for its Atikokan Sawmill in Ontario. The role leads skilled trades staff and contractors, driving equipment reliability, maintenance planning and continuous improvement, with a salary of CAD $75,000 to $85,000 a year and a relocation package.
Pay:
$75,000–$85,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise maintenance employees and contractors on shifts
- Coordinate daily maintenance to maximize equipment availability
- Support reliability initiatives and root cause investigations
- Manage scheduling, work orders and preventive maintenance in the CMMS
- Supervise repairs and capital projects and shutdowns
Requirements summary:
- Mechanical or electrical engineering technologist, or journeyperson certification
- 3 to 5 years of maintenance leadership in industrial environments
- Previous supervisory experience preferred
- Experience with CMMS systems
- Knowledge of sawmill or planer mill equipment is an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-17
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Journeyperson Trade Certification |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Relocation assistance, Wellness |
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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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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 |
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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 Atikokan, Ontario, Canada, is seeking talent to fill the position of Maintenance Supervisor, Atikokan Sawmill. This job is full-time permanent.
Lead People. Drive Reliability. Deliver Operational Excellence.
At Domtar, we know that safe and reliable operations begin with strong leadership. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Supervisor to join our Atikokan Sawmill leadership team and provide frontline leadership for maintenance employees and contractors supporting our operation.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead skilled trades personnel while driving equipment reliability, maintenance performance, and continuous improvement initiatives within one of North America's most technologically advanced sawmill operations.
Reporting to the Finishing Superintendent, you will provide day-to-day leadership, supervision, and coordination of maintenance activities to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in support of production objectives. You will work closely with production leaders, maintenance personnel, contractors, and suppliers to maximize equipment availability while minimizing downtime and maintenance costs.
Why Join Domtar?
At Domtar, your work directly contributes to the success of one of Canada's leading forest products organizations.
We Offer:
- Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive group benefits starting on day one
- Defined contribution pension plan with employer contributions
- Minimum three weeks' vacation plus floating holidays
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Telemedicine services
- Education assistance and professional development opportunities
- Health and wellness reimbursement programs
- Relocation assistance to Atikokan, Ontario
- A strong commitment to workplace safety, diversity, and inclusion
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
- The opportunity to lead a skilled maintenance team and influence the long-term success of the operation
What You'll Lead
Safety & Environmental Leadership
- Champion a culture where safety is a core value and every task begins with safe work practices.
- Provide visible leadership and accountability for maintenance safety performance.
- Ensure compliance with all corporate, legislative, regulatory, and environmental requirements.
- Promote continuous improvement in maintenance processes, procedures, and risk mitigation practices.
- Support contractor and employee safety through effective supervision and planning.
Maintenance Operations Leadership
- Lead and supervise maintenance employees and contractors on assigned shifts.
- Coordinate daily maintenance activities to maximize equipment availability and operational performance.
- Collaborate closely with production and maintenance teams to support production objectives.
- Ensure maintenance resources are effectively deployed to meet operational priorities.
- Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and teamwork.
Asset Reliability & Continuous Improvement
- Support equipment reliability initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
- Conduct inspections of equipment and systems to identify repair, replacement, and optimization opportunities.
- Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action planning.
- Drive initiatives that improve uptime, reliability, efficiency, and maintenance performance.
- Support implementation of reliability best practices.
Maintenance Planning & CMMS Management
- Utilize maintenance best practices through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Support scheduling, work order management, preventive maintenance programs, and equipment records.
- Ensure maintenance activities are properly documented and completed.
- Coordinate materials, parts, and specialized tools required for maintenance activities.
- Monitor maintenance performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
Contractor & Capital Project Coordination
- Coordinate contractor activities to ensure safe and effective project execution.
- Supervise repairs and capital projects while maintaining quality, safety, and schedule expectations.
- Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to site requirements.
- Support maintenance-related capital projects and shutdown activities.
- Maintain productive relationships with contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
The Ideal Candidate
You are a hands-on maintenance leader who combines strong technical expertise with excellent leadership and organizational abilities. You thrive in fast-paced industrial environments and enjoy developing people while driving operational performance.
Qualifications
- Mechanical Engineering Technologist, Electrical Engineering Technologist, Journeyperson Trade Certification, or equivalent education and experience.
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of maintenance leadership experience within an industrial environment.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
- Experience within manufacturing, forestry, mining, pulp and paper, or other heavy industrial operations.
- Experience utilizing CMMS systems and maintenance management best practices.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and maintenance reporting systems.
- Knowledge of sawmill and planer mill equipment is considered a strong asset.
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and employee development.
- Salary range: CAD $75,000 to $85,000 annually, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
What Will Make You Successful
- Strong safety leadership and commitment to operational excellence.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop maintenance teams.
- Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively prioritize competing operational demands.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on reliability and performance.
- Ability to build strong relationships across departments and organizational levels.
Reason for Posting: This is a replacement position.
This position supports the ongoing operational requirements of the Atikokan Sawmill and provides frontline maintenance leadership necessary to safely and effectively support current and future production demands.
Living in Atikokan
Atikokan offers an exceptional quality of life for individuals and families seeking an affordable community and outstanding outdoor lifestyle. Located in Northwestern Ontario, the region provides year-round opportunities for fishing, hunting, boating, hiking, camping, snowmobiling, and other outdoor recreational activities.
Residents enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere, excellent recreational opportunities, and convenient access to both Thunder Bay and Fort Frances.
Join Our Team
If you are an experienced maintenance leader who is passionate about safety, people development, equipment reliability, and operational excellence, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity.
Join us in helping shape the future success of the Atikokan Sawmill while building a rewarding leadership career with Domtar.
Apply today and grow your career with Domtar.
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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