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Georgia-Pacific, LLC (GP) is now hiring a Production Operations Manager for its McDonough, Georgia Mailers facility. The Operations Manager will oversee the RUM equipment Operations Department and will be responsible for leading four production teams to work injury-free/incident free in a continuous manufacturing environment consistent with a Principled Based Management (PBM) philosophy and framework.

The Operations Manager is also responsible for supervising and coordinating production efforts that result in sustained improvement in all associated work processes including Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) compliance, product stewardship, reliability, quality, production, and costs.

Typical work schedule would be weekdays from 6am-4pm. Hours will vary and some weekends may be essential to the success of operations.

Our Team

The GP McDonough facility serves converting customers throughout the East with sustainable packaging products. This position provides opportunities for promotion within GP McDonough, as well as many other Georgia-Pacific and Koch facilities across the country. Come join our team!

You know us already! Georgia-Pacific is one of the nation's leading corrugated sheet and box manufacturers.

Check out these videos/links to learn more about the Corrugated Business at Georgia-Pacific:

www.gppackaging.com

What You Will Do

• Provide leadership to Operations Teams striving for compliance in safety, health, environmental, and quality. Lead as Waste Champion for facility.
• Review safety procedures to ensure compliance with company standards; ensuring that equipment is functioning properly, and work environments are safe for team members.
• Coach, oversee, train, and develop Operations personnel in safety, quality, production, problem solving, and technical & interpersonal communication skills.
• Participate in the hiring process of new hourly operators to replace those who leave the company.
• Identify and align operational priorities with commercial business vision - ensure production and delivery of the highest quality products at the lowest costs, consistent with customer requirements, company plans and profit objectives.
• Scheduling operators for production shifts and overseeing daily operations to ensure various operations metric goals are met.
• Monitor inventory levels and conduct cycle counts to ensure that the right amounts of materials are on hand to meet demand.
• Partner with plant and business level leadership teams to enhance facility performance and metrics - lead and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and develop innovative practices, methods and procedures that add value for the facility.
• Create and maintain cohesive production teams and provide development to Frontline Operators and Shift Supervisors. Maintain a positive work environment for all team members. Spend time on the floor engaging with team members and oversee manufacturing processes as appropriate.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• A minimum of 3 years of experience within a manufacturing, production, industrial or military environment
• Previous experience using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Previous experience using Root Cause Analysis (RCA) skills
• Previous experience moderating meetings and training sessions
• Previous experience setting and achieving production and continuous improvement goals
• Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree or higher in manufacturing, business, engineering, or related field
• Previous experience within a corrugated and/or converting manufacturing facility
• Previous experience with ERP software systems, such as Kiwi, MP2, PLEX, etc
• Previous experience and knowledge of equipment maintenance, planning/scheduling, supply chain management, quality, 5S & housekeeping, and packaging materials processes
• Previous experience using change management skills to challenge the status quo

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30, 000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http: //www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pd f