Does Domtar pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Domtar employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Domtar. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Domtar?

49% of Domtar employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Domtar 2.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Domtar?

Engineer (14) , Machine Operator (14) , Process Engineer (12) , Operator (9) , Analyst (8) , Laborer (8) , Manager (8) , Administrative Assistant (7) , Reliability Engineer (7) , Power Engineer (6) , Accountant (5) , Director (5) , Electrician (5) , Inside Sales Account Manager (5) , Project Manager (5)

What are the pros of working at Domtar according to real employee reviews?

"Pay is good and hourly" ((in 81 reviews)); "benefits are good but expensive" ((in 62 reviews)); "Great people and work enviornment" ((in 53 reviews)); "Competitive salary" ((in 18 reviews)); "there's a very good work environment" ((in 13 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Domtar according to real employee reviews?

"Cheap Asian upper management, offer low package , ask to do everything" ((in 16 reviews)); "Long hours and some people are not nice to new people" ((in 13 reviews)); "Very bureaucratic, nothing gets done, managers are afraid to make decision, top management backstab each other to gain power,finger pointing culture instead of working to solve issues." ((in 11 reviews)); "Micro managing and poor communication" ((in 6 reviews)); "They are blatant about not trusting their employees which breeds poor morale and inefficiencies in the workplace." ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Domtar layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Domtar layoffs and their outlook for job security at Domtar in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Domtar locations?

Fort Mill , Kingsport , Greenville , Delaware , Hawesville , Ashdown , Bennettsville , Port Huron , Nekoosa , Calhoun , Coosa Pines , Charlotte , Irving , Cerritos , Rock Hill , Addison , Owensboro , Plymouth , Menominee , Raleigh , Glenwood , Johnsonburg , Tatum , Childersburg , Mahopac , Rothschild , Wausau , Detroit , Nashville , Dallas

Domtar reviews

3.1

49% would recommend to a friend

(579 total reviews)

John D. Williams

7% approve of CEO

23% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Diversity & inclusion

2.9

Work/Life balance

2.8

Career opportunities

2.7

Culture & values

2.5

Senior management

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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Reviews by job title

579 reviews

4.0

May 10, 2025

BPM Operator

Production operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good Pay, Good Location, Not a ton of OT

Cons

Lowering quality of incoming help due to poor management and recruiting.

Domtar Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for your continued service over the past 5–7 years. We're glad to hear you value the pay, location, and balanced schedule. We also appreciate your honest perspective regarding recruitment and management. Attracting and retaining high-quality talent is a top priority. We’re committed to building a strong, capable team and creating an environment where all employees can thrive. If you have specific suggestions or would like to discuss your concerns in more detail, please connect with HR or your manager directly. Thank you again for your feedback and for your contributions to Domtar.

3.0

Apr 29, 2025

It is ok

Production

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The shift is 4 on 4 off, not bad.

Cons

The culture is not good. It is not inclusive, it is not diverse, and it is not friendly for women. It is the good ole boys club. It could be a really great place to work if it wasn't.

Domtar Response

1y

Thank you for your candid feedback and for your years of service. While we’re glad you find the schedule favorable, we take your concerns about culture and inclusivity seriously. Creating a respectful, inclusive workplace for all employees is a priority, and we recognize there’s always room for improvement. Your input helps guide those efforts, and we appreciate you sharing it.

5.0

Mar 22, 2025

Business

Business analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

very good interview panel members

Cons

No cons at the moment

Domtar Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you had a positive interview experience and that things are going well so far. We're committed to maintaining that positive momentum! Please don’t hesitate to share any suggestions as you continue your journey with Domtar. Thank you!

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