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?

50% of Domtar employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Domtar 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 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 77 reviews)); "benefits are good but expensive" ((in 62 reviews)); "Great people and work enviornment" ((in 53 reviews)); "Good salary and good environment" ((in 20 reviews)); "Friendly work environment" ((in 12 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 14 reviews)); "Long hours and some people are not nice to new people" ((in 12 reviews)); "No guidance or leadership." ((in 10 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 9 reviews)); "Micro managing and poor communication" ((in 7 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

3.0

50% would recommend to a friend

(579 total reviews)

John D. Williams

6% approve of CEO

23% positive business outlook

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Domtar has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 579 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average 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).

Reviews by job title

579 reviews

3.0

Mar 5, 2025

good benefits

Inside sales account manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good benefits good hours hybrid

Cons

long hours on occasion - can be very busy

Domtar Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback and for being a valued part of the team. We're glad to hear you appreciate the benefits, hours, and hybrid flexibility. We understand that busy periods can be challenging, and we appreciate the hard work you put in during those busy stretches, as we continually looking for ways to better support our employees during peak times. Thank you for sharing your experience!

5.0

Jan 13, 2025

Great people, great opportunity!

Customer business analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

401K match, competitive salary, office size, product, people.

Cons

Volatility in business, but not significant enough to not recommend as a place to work!

Domtar Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience and for your contributions over the years. We're happy to hear you appreciated the 401(K) match, competitive pay, and especially the people you worked with. While market fluctuations are a reality in our industry, we're glad you still view Domtar as a great place to work. Your feedback means a lot to us. Thank you!

5.0

Jan 2, 2025

Good company

Shift tester

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Monthly lunches, free work gear (jackets, boots, glasses, etc), bonuses, safety awards, flexibility, small company, open door policy, and more

Cons

12 hr swing shifts, working holidays,

Domtar Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're glad to hear you value the many incentives and our open-door culture. We understand that 12-hour swing shifts and holiday work can be tough, and we truly appreciate the dedication it takes. Your feedback helps us continue to support our team the best we can. Thank you for your feedback!

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