Scaling & Quality Coordinator (6 to 9 month contract)

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 Scaling & Quality Coordinator (6 to 9 month contract). This job is full-time temporary.

Scaling & Quality Coordinator (Contract) – Atikokan Sawmill

Location: Sapawe, Ontario
Duration: 6 to 9-month contract
Company: Resolute FP Canada Inc. doing business as Domtar

Domtar is currently seeking a Scaling & Quality Coordinator (Contract) to join our Wood Products operations at the Atikokan Sawmill in Sapawe, Ontario. This role is an integral part of our woodlands team, which is responsible for ensuring a consistent and high-quality fiber supply to the facility.

Position Overview:
Reporting to the Quality & Scaling Supervisor, the Scaling & Quality Coordinator will be responsible for the accurate measurement and reporting of log quality and volumes delivered to the sawmill.

Your Challenges:

• Ensure application of the highest Safety & Environmental standards to achieve superior results.


• Carry out a contractor-specific, random sampling program to measure volume and quality of fibre delivered to the mill.


• Maintaining the volume conversion factors for each log supplier to ensure ongoing, accurate volume measurement by contractor and by procurement area through sampling.


• Ensure all scaling and fibre measurement programs are conducted in compliance with government scaling agreements and other legal or company requirements.


• Administration of the quality measurement program software, including timely and accurate log quality reporting for supplier feedback and corrective actions.


• Responsible for the maintenance of scale facilities to ensure accurate measurement of fibre at the mill.


• Responsible for daily review and filing of the load slips and exception reporting.


• Conducts weekly/monthly physical inventories to ensure accurate estimates of working capital and verification of mill consumption.


• Maintains regular contact with mill staff to ensure effective interface with our primary customers.


• Provide field services as required for the determination of log quality and direct feedback to suppliers in coordination with the contract administrators.


• Support all safety and environmental compliance programs, including mill-specific Chain of Custody or other certification

Your profile, assets and skills:

• 1 to 3 years’ experience in the scaling profession or the forest product sector preferred


• An Ontario Scaling Licence or the willingness to complete the program


• Experience working in a four-season outdoor environment


• Knowledge of Log Yard and Sawmill equipment


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 


• Ability to work as part of a team, to communicate with all levels of the organization, and to adapt quickly to change 


• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills An aptitude for numbers; Attention to detail; Ability to work calmly under pressure; self-motivated 


• A valid driver’s licence 


• Ability and willingness to travel 


• Knowledge of MS Office Software and solid computer skills 


• A self-motivated individual with strong attention to detail combined with the ability to see the big picture 


• The salary range for this position is CAD $59,000 to $73,800 per year. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Our Offer:

• Competitive salary 


• Telemedicine Services


• Employee and Family Assistance Program


• Work Travel Assistance Program


• A workplace based on respect, diversity, and inclusion

Reason for Posting: This is a maternity leave replacement position.

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.

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. 

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.