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Domtar · 2 days ago

Maintenance Engineer

Plymouth, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products, seeking a Maintenance Engineer at their Pulp Mill in Plymouth, North Carolina. The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for the upkeep and continuous improvement of mechanical equipment and systems, responding to breakdowns, and collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency.

ManufacturingPaper ManufacturingSustainability

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and track preventative maintenance schedules to maximize equipment uptime and minimize breakdowns

Use predictive maintenance techniques and data from monitoring systems to anticipate failures

Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues in a timely manner

Recommend and implement upgrades or modifications to improve equipment performance and reliability

Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including OSHA and EPA standards

Follow company safety procedures, such as Lockout/Tagout

Maintain detailed and accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history, often using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Work with production, operations, and management teams to coordinate maintenance schedules and support projects

Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to find and implement solutions

Lead the mechanical maintenance crew of 9 mechanics in the absence of the supervisor

Oversee contractors

Develop job planning and project planning skills to assist with outage planning

Qualification

Mechanical systemsHydraulic systemsPneumatic systemsPreventive maintenanceComputerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)SAPAnalytical skillsAutoCADProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeamworkAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Proven analytical and problem-solving skills

Deep understanding of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Ability to work in challenging environments

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Excellent computer skills with computer-based maintenance software such as SAP, MS Office and scheduling software

Ability to work with all levels of the organization, including the management committee and senior leaders

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)

Preferred

1-4 years of experience working in an industrial mill as a Mechanical/ Maintenance Engineer

Experience on projects with an operating company or engineering firm as part of a team

Experience in construction management and/or maintenance experience in industrial/process plant environment

Ability to utilize AutoCAD

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Supportive working environment

Rewarding career paths

Plenty of opportunities for learning and growth

Company

Domtar

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Domtar is a manufacturing company that designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes a wide variety of papers.

Founded in 2006

Montréal, Quebec, CAN

10001+ employees

http://www.domtar.com

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