Manufacturing Advancement Leader - United States

Location(s): Atlanta, GeorgiaCompany: Georgia-PacificCareer Field: Operations & ManufacturingJob Number: 185804Apply: JobGeorgia-Pacific has an immediate opening for a Manufacturing Advancement Leader to coordinate collaborative, cross-functional teams in the execution of strategies for bet capture initiatives across all Dixie production operations, ensuring alignment with disciplined operations, digital transformation, and best practice adoption. The Manufacturing Advancement Leader will utilize leadership, influence, manufacturing experience and communication capabilities to develop and implement rapid transformational improvements for priority initiatives.Due to supporting our Dixie operations, this individual will need to reside in the Midwest or Southeastern United States (preferably in GA, AR, KY, TN, SC), but will be required to travel regularly (~50-75%).What You Will DoServe as an augmented capability to effectively coach and drive mill teams towards achieving gap closure strategies for key process areas, to include Daily Management Systems and Reliability Best Practices.Apply our management philosophy, Principled Based Management, to foster a culture where employees are empowered with a high sense of ownership and developmentCoach and develop other people leaders within the Dixie organizationEmbrace and manage change to drive innovation and process improvementsUtilize performance data and analytical skills to identify and realize greatest opportunitiesFacilitate team and employee development, problem-solving and resolution, building employee commitment and ownership, and holding mutual accountability for resultsUse critical & economic thinking, challenge process, and team collaboration to resolve issues and drive innovation, efficiency, and safety excellenceWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)Experience as a people leader in manufacturing operations and/or maintenance and reliability Transformation experience utilizing analytics, management systems, change management methods, and advanced technology to improve operationsExperience utilizing constraint analysis and continuous improvement to prioritize work and solve complex issuesAble and willing to travel 75% of the time to production facilities and occasional team meetingsWhat Will Put You AheadBachelor’s Degree or higher in EngineeringExperience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA)Experience leading within a converting manufacturing operationAt 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 PhilosophyAll 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 AreAs a Koch company and 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 300,000 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.Our BenefitsOur 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.Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.Equal OpportunitiesEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).