Materials Allocator

Your Job Georgia-Pacific's Consumer Products mill in Pennington, Alabama, is seeking a Materials Allocator. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring materials move efficiently through the manufacturing process, enabling safe, reliable production and exceptional customer service. You will manage raw material workflows within the Warehouse Management System (EWM), collaborate with multiple service groups, and serve as a key problem-solver for material flow and system challenges. As the on‑shift subject matter expert, you will coach team members and support operational excellence through effective use of EWM, ICPAQ, and related systems. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, communicates effectively with a variety of stakeholders, learns new systems quickly, and enjoys solving complex operational challenges in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Our Team The Naheola Mill is the largest employer in the community and actively supports community outreach, workforce development, and education. The area offers excellent outdoor activities, including world‑class hunting and access to the Tombigbee River for fishing, boating, and water skiing. Residents enjoy a mild climate, low cost of living, and proximity to the Gulf Coast's beaches and resorts. As part of Koch, Georgia-Pacific is a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, and building products. We also operate a major recycling business. With over 30,000 employees in more than 150 locations, we’re committed to meeting customer needs with quality products and continuous innovation. What You Will Do Responsibilities Ensure uninterrupted raw material flow by effectively managing Warehouse Management System (EWM) workflows and related applications. Partner with internal and external customers, service groups, and operations teams to support business objectives and customer satisfaction. Investigate material flow and system issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions. Anticipate and address potential service disruptions to maintain safe and reliable operations. Utilize EWM, ICPAQ, Quality, and related systems to support inventory accuracy and operational performance. Serve as the on‑shift subject matter expert by coaching team members and providing guidance on EWM and ICPAQ processes. Influence, coach, and support hourly personnel in achieving operational goals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, or influence team members toward achieving business objectives. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across multiple functions. Proficiency in computer-based systems and applications. Ability to quickly learn, apply, and teach new processes and technologies. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Experience in manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, military operations, or a related environment. Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word. Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. What Will Put You Ahead Experience leading or coordinating teams within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Experience in material handling, inventory management, or warehouse operations. Experience utilizing SAP/EWM, ICPAQ, SharePoint, and/or Kronos. 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. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. 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 ourbusiness philosophyhelps 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. 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 Opportunities Equal 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Pacific