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Technical Specialist
@ Domtar Products
Port Alberni, British Columbia
Overview
Domtar is hiring a Technical Specialist for its Port Alberni, BC mill, a full-time permanent role. The work centres on process control optimization, machine efficiency and continuous improvement, with technical support for daily mill operations. The posting requires a chemical engineering degree or diploma, at least 3 years in process control engineering, and states a salary of $100,000 to $115,000 per year.
Pay:
$100,000–$115,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Improve quality and operations continuously
- Optimize process control and machine performance
- Evaluate manufacturing technologies and equipment
- Provide technical support for daily mill operation
- Document processes and prepare progress reports
Requirements summary:
- Chemical engineering degree or diploma
- At least 3 years in control process engineering
- Pulp and paper process knowledge
- Paper machine knowledge is an asset
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-17
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Chemical engineering |
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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
- Business categories
- Business Development
- Sustainability
- Wellness
- Paper Manufacturing
- Personal Health
- Product Design
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Domtar Products
- Domtar
- Specialties
- Paper Manufacturing
- Paper Distribution
- Pulp Manufacturing
- Pulp and Paper
- Paper
- Pulp
- Manufacturing
- Forestry
- Sustainability
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- Airlaid Nonwovens
- Forest Products
- Wood pulp
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- and Packaging
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- 0
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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 Port Alberni, BC, is seeking talent to fill the position of Technical Specialist.
This job is full-time and permanent.
Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- Responsible for continually looking at ways to improve quality and operations.
- Identify areas that need process control optimization.
- Evaluating the efficiency of manufacturing technologies, instruments, equipment, and tools.
- Driving process control innovation in collaboration with senior management.
- Is responsible for driving the process of machine optimization and will work as a member of a team to provide continuous improvement.
- Keeping process control within budget without compromising quality and efficiency.
- Ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Documenting processes and preparing progress reports.
- This position also provides technical support for the daily operation of the mill.
- New product development/grade specification.
Key Skills:
- Ability to understand requirements and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
- Proficiency in project management.
- Extensive pulp and paper specific process knowledge.
- Ability to prioritize, make sound decisions, and resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
- Proven analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal, leadership and time management skills.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels within the company.
Required Qualifications:
- Chemical engineering degree or diploma
- At least 3 years’ experience in control process engineering or related industry.
- Paper machine knowledge is an asset
Salary $100,000 - $115,000 per annum (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience, and internal parity).
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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