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PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Domtar Announces New General Manager for Sanford Mill
FORT MILL, SC, May 19, 2026 — Domtar is pleased to announce the appointment of John
Graves as general manager of its Sanford, Florida mill, effective June 1, 2026. Graves brings more than 30 years of experience in the pulp and paper industry to the role, including nearly two decades at Domtar’s Coosa Pines, Alabama operation. During his career, he has held several leadership positions, including operations manager, technical services manager and as an operational VP for Twin Rivers Papers. Most recently, he served as the
Reliability Manager for the Coosa Pines Operations.
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in pulp and paper science, a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering, and a master’s degree in pulp and paper science and technology from North Carolina State University.
As general manager, Graves will oversee all operations at the Sanford facility, including tissue and converting assets. He will be responsible for driving operational performance, advancing the mill’s capabilities and supporting ongoing capital investments.
“John brings a strong combination of technical expertise, operational experience and leadership to this role,” said John Opiela, Vice President, Tissue Operations at Domtar. “His deep industry knowledge and proven track record make him well positioned to lead the Sanford Mill, as we continue investing in our tissue business and supporting the local community.”
The Sanford mill is a key part of Domtar’s tissue business and an important contributor to the regional economy. Under Graves’ leadership, the site will continue to focus on safety, reliability, innovation and community engagement.
About Domtar
Domtar is a leading, privately held manufacturer of diversified forest products, with a workforce of nearly 14,000
employees in more than 60 locations across North America. The company has an annual production capacity of 7.2 million metric tons of pulp, paper, packaging and tissue, and has an annual production capacity of about 3 billion board feet of lumber and other wood products. Formerly known as the Paper Excellence Group, Domtar is comprised of legacy businesses Paper Excellence, Domtar Corporation and Resolute Forest Products and is owned by investor Jackson Wijaya.
Domtar prides itself on operational excellence, delivering high-quality, cost-effective products to meet and exceed customer needs globally. The company is dedicated to sustainability and committed to turning responsibly sourced wood fiber into everyday essential products. For more information, visit www.domtar.com.
Media Contact:
Tammy Waters
Sr. Manager, US State and Regional Affairs
903-293-2617
tammy.waters@domtar.com
