Press Operator- Morristown, TN

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 Morristown, (Tennessee, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Press Operator- Morristown, TN. This job is full-time permanent.

Major Responsibilities/ Essential Functions:

• Perform set-up and operate wide-web equipment to produce product according to quality and productivity requirements
• Ensures that equipment runs in accordance with operational standards
• Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance as needed
• Ensure the correct raw materials are being processed
• Maintains a safe working environment by following all company safety policies and procedures and reports unsafe conditions and incidents
• Makes adjustment to the machine during production by responding to problems found during visual inspection
• Assumes responsibility for the quality and quantity produced on the machine
• Posts production information into the computer and/or required production logs
• Accurately performs and records all required testing
• Provide communication daily with management, maintenance, shift personnel, etc.
• Maintain housekeeping standards of wide-web and the surrounding area
• Perform packing and material handling tasks as required
• Anticipates and reacts productively to changes, and willingly handles other tasks as assigned
• Seeks and implements improvement activities through teamwork and CI Process participation
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Must work well with others and maintain an open and honest relationship with all employees therefore creating a pleasant work environment.

BASIC/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Two or more years slitting experience preferred
• Good mechanical ability
• Ability to use rulers, gauges and calipers
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to working with moving equipment
• Effective communications and interpersonal skills to work as a team member
• Ability to work independently and make good decisions without constant supervision
• Well-developed work habits to ensure smooth machine operation and minimal downtime
• Proficiency with computers; ability to learn and use additional programs
• Ability to distinguish differences between finished product and product specifications
• Ability to identify maintenance needs and ensure that all required preventive maintenance is performed
• Ability to lift products up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Other physical demands include climbing, crouching, bending, reaching, stooping, etc.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.

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

Nearest Major Market: Knoxville