Area Leader

Georgia-Pacific's Consumer Products Group is seeking qualified professionals to consider for an Area Leader in the Paper Machine Department at the Savannah River Mill operation located in Rincon, GA. The Area Leader has 1-2 salaried direct reports and will have responsibility for 1 paper machine. The individual in this role reports to the Superintendent and works closely with operators and engineers to create the greatest long-term value for Georgia-Pacific. The successful candidate will be involved with increasing the effectiveness of the asset group by improving reliability, work processes, equipment performance, and team member capabilities specifically within our Paper Manufacturing segment.

Our Team

At Georgia-Pacific's Savannah River Mill, we've had the privilege of calling the Effingham County community home since 1986. With more than 900 team members, we proudly produce the quality tissue, towel and napkin products our customers use every day in their homes and in restaurants, airports, offices and other away-from-home locations. Located in southeast Georgia just north of Savannah, the Savannah River Mill serves as Effingham County's largest private employer. At the Savannah River Mill, you'll find five of the world's 12 largest tissue paper machines. The mill is located in a beautiful part of the country in Effingham county with some of the best school systems in the state. It is close to the coast and the great city of Savannah, GA. The mill has established an excellent relationship with its community and participates in many community events.

What You Will Do

• As a Paper Machine Area Leader you are responsible for EH&S, Production, and costs of the asset.
• Identify and implement equipment improvements, new systems and process changes that will improve productivity, yield, quality and reduce costs.
• Challenge the status quo to facilitate continuous improvement
• Collaborate across roles and diverse groups, gather and share feedback
• Utilize strategic thinking, strong communication, presentation, planning and organizational skills while multi-tasking and prioritizing
• Utilize analytical problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot
• Transfer technical knowledge to operators and supervisors in product stream
• Lead and mentor employees to apply PBM® in ways that are consistent with our Guiding Principles.
• Create and lead an environment where the team achieves zero serious injuries in Environmental, Health and Safety

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or Paper Science with at least five years of experience working in a paper machine operation;

• Experience with process optimization or process center-lining.
• Experience applying reliability concepts within a manufacturing environment

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience leading a paper machine operation
• Supervisory experience within a paper machine organization/product system
• Experience on a tissue machine
• Experience training and mentoring direct reports and other team members
• Experience with controls design and strategies for paper machines

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Hiring Philosophy

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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.

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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.pdf