Domtar reviews

3.1

49% would recommend to a friend

(579 total reviews)
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John D. Williams

7% approve of CEO

23% positive business outlook

Domtar has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 579 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Domtar employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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579 reviews
4.0
Jun 8, 2025

Good benefits

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits and friendly coworkers

Cons

Old facility with lots of maintenance issues

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Domtar Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback and for being a valued part of the Nekoosa team. We're glad you enjoy the benefits and your coworkers. We recognize the challenges of maintaining an older facility and appreciate your dedication as we work toward continuous improvements. Thank you!
4.0
May 21, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good work life balance, great people to work with.

Cons

The town is quite isolated and can be a culture shock for someone moving from a big city

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Domtar Response
1y
Thank you for your review and for being part of Domtar for several years. We're happy to hear you enjoyed the work-life balance and the people you worked with. We understand that moving to a smaller town can be an adjustment, and we appreciate your honest feedback. Wishing you continued success in your next chapter. Thank you!
4.0
May 15, 2025

Working in paper industry

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Employee and community friendly Diversity at work Leadership has an excellent future outlook which it communicates well with all levels of organization Leader in the industry with a rich culture and heritage

Cons

Declining and uncertain industry results in missing revenue targets Heavy investments required to keep manufacturing machinery and plants future ready results in lower funds for expansion of other areas such as IT

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Domtar Response
1y
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Domtar! We're pleased to hear that you valued our strong leadership, inclusive culture, and commitment to both our employees and the communities we serve. We also appreciate your candid feedback regarding the challenges facing our industry and the need for continued investment in modernizing our operations. We recognize that balancing these priorities, especially in a rapidly evolving market, can be complex. However, we remain committed to making strategic decisions that ensure long-term sustainability while exploring ways to enhance other critical areas, including IT and digital innovation. Your insights will help us grow and improve, and we thank you for your contributions during your time with the company. We wish you continued success in your future endeavors.
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