About the role#
Domtar is seeking a Chemical Co-op to join our team in Rothschild, Wisconsin. This is a full-time, temporary position available for the Fall and Winter 2027 terms. You will work on-site, gaining technical exposure to production and support units while collaborating with electrical and mechanical teams.
What you'll do#
- Improve quality control for paper machines by identifying and troubleshooting potential problems.
- Analyze production costs and productivity to develop improvement solutions.
- Research and create processes and guidelines for operational units.
- Support projects based on piping and instrumentation.
- Decipher data to create project recommendations and update plans, drawings, and materials.
- Document findings in company systems.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a freshman, sophomore, or junior in an accredited degree program.
- Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Strong technical writing, presentation, and critical thinking skills.
- CAD experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Rothschild, Wisconsin.
- Terms: Fall 2027 and Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Domtar
Domtar manufactures wood products, pulp, paper, packaging, and tissue. The company operates more than 40 locations across North America. It produces 9.1 million metric tons of pulp, paper, and tissue annually alongside 3 billion board feet of lumber. Founded in 1848, the business is based in Fort Mill, South Carolina. It employs over 10,001 people.
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