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Chemical Engineering Co-op Location: Hawesville, KY, US, 42348 Department: N/A 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 Hawesville, Kentucky, United States, is seeking talent to fill the position of Chemical Engineering Co-op . This job is full-time temporary. Domtar is seeking upcoming college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors with a focus in Mechanical, Electrical, Paper Science or Chemical Engineering interested in growth development and sophisticated project assignments to join our co-op program in Hawesville, Ky! In our Chemical Engineering Co-op Program, students will be part of a team that shapes the future of innovation in the Pulp and Paper industry. Our engineering co-op students help turn dreams into reality, bring world-class innovation to market and help design our next generation of amazing products that people touch every day! You’ll become fully integrated into one of our U.S. mills, engaged in site tours, work directly with executives and management and have assigned mentors to maximize the learning experience. Our platform provides opportunities for hard working individuals to propel themselves into an Entry Level Engineering role upon graduation. Career advancement at Domtar exists in operations, maintenance, quality assurance, product development, wastewater treatment, environmental and safety operations. Co-op programs run during the Fall or Spring semester and require 40 hours per week. Based on the mill location, Co-op program durations may vary and could be modified to support a shorter or longer program to meet school requirements. Domtar compensates their co-ops with competitive hourly rates. We offer relocation/mileage reimbursement, housing/stipends, mentor programs and safety allowances based on mill location. Join us, and build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world. Responsibilities will include (but not limited to): Focus on improving the quality control of paper machines by proactively identifying potential problems, and quickly and efficiently troubleshooting issues. Analyze production costs, productivity issues, and provide quality control improvement solutions. Research and develop processes and guidelines for various functional operational units within the facility. Detailed documentation of findings in various systems. Decipher data, apply findings into project recommendations, and revise project plans/drawings/materials. Minimum Qualifications: Must be enrolled as a freshman, sophomore, junior in an accredited degree program. Desired majors include Mechanical, Electrical, Paper Science, Chemical Engineering Minimum GPA of 3.0. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Technical writing, presentation and critical thinking skills to quickly grasp the concepts and components of the pulp and paper industry and process application. CAD experience preferred but not required. Desired Aptitudes: Interest in the pulp and paper industry and building a developmental career with unlimited learning opportunities. Ability to comply with and enforce company, safety and environmental policies and procedures. Excellent time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Proven interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Team player attitude, with the ability to work with diverse teams, multiple organizational levels and across business functions. Well-developed problem solving and analytical skills. High level of initiative and motivation. Resourceful, quick learner and dependable. Excellent planning and organizational skills. Demonstrated leadership skills. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Domtar Corporation

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