Georgia-Pacific
Plant Manager
Georgia-Pacific, Gurdon, Arkansas, United States, 71743
Plant Manager- PlywoodGeorgia-Pacific in Gurdon, AR manufactures pine plywood panels and siding that are ideal for residential and light commercial construction. GP employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury-free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit
www.buildgp.com .
Georgia-Pacific is currently seeking a
Plant Manager
at the Gurdon, AR Plywood location. This key leadership role provides strategic leadership and coaching to employees through a shared vision for the operation, driving continuous improvement in process reliability, product quality, and operating cost. The preferred candidate will:
Lead by example; coaching and developing others
Support and lead effective change throughout the facility
Develop, lead and coach teams for maximum engagement and participation in pursuit of objectives and goals.
Have a strong commitment in EHS
Provide direction to team to successfully execute workflow process
What You Will Do In Your Role
Leading and mentoring employees to build a Principle Based Management (PBM) culture in ways that are consistent with our guiding principles
Leading overall operation of the facility, from receipt of raw materials to the shipment of finished lumber to market
Ensuring the facility meets company expectations for production scheduling, inventory control, operating rate, fiber recovery, and facility financial performance
Ensuring a consistently high level of performance in the areas of managing workplace safety and environmental compliance by driving Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) down through the organization
Selecting and developing a team of Principled Entrepreneurs who work together to create long-term value
Maintaining a productive working relationship with peers in the various support capabilities such as procurement, sales, accounting, HR, etc.
Ensuring the facility complies with all applicable company policies, and state, federal and local regulations
The Experience You Will Bring
Requirements:
Three (3) or more years of experience leading manufacturing processes, which includes work processes, operations excellence, maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement
Demonstrated track record in leading profitable change in an organization
Experience leading and managing direct reports, including recognition of talent gaps, coaching, performance feedback, and incentives
Experience with planning/expense management with a basic understanding of financial and accounting practices
Experience and understanding of Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) management systems, risk assessment/mitigation, and project planning and execution
Must be able and willing to work safely, and promote and enforce safe work practices
Experience formulating business improvement strategies that achieve results
What Will Put You Ahead
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering or Wood Science
Master's Degree in Business Administration
Three (3) or more years of progressive experience in a wood products facility in one or more of the following positions: Plant Manager, Production Manager, Plant Superintendent, Reliability or Maintenance Manager, or in an equivalent leadership role
Large capital project Engineering or Management experience
Experience implementing and using continuous improvement/lean tools such as; Six Sigma, 5-S, Lean Manufacturing, Transactional Lean, etc. to drive improvement
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
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.
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.
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.
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www.buildgp.com .
Georgia-Pacific is currently seeking a
Plant Manager
at the Gurdon, AR Plywood location. This key leadership role provides strategic leadership and coaching to employees through a shared vision for the operation, driving continuous improvement in process reliability, product quality, and operating cost. The preferred candidate will:
Lead by example; coaching and developing others
Support and lead effective change throughout the facility
Develop, lead and coach teams for maximum engagement and participation in pursuit of objectives and goals.
Have a strong commitment in EHS
Provide direction to team to successfully execute workflow process
What You Will Do In Your Role
Leading and mentoring employees to build a Principle Based Management (PBM) culture in ways that are consistent with our guiding principles
Leading overall operation of the facility, from receipt of raw materials to the shipment of finished lumber to market
Ensuring the facility meets company expectations for production scheduling, inventory control, operating rate, fiber recovery, and facility financial performance
Ensuring a consistently high level of performance in the areas of managing workplace safety and environmental compliance by driving Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) down through the organization
Selecting and developing a team of Principled Entrepreneurs who work together to create long-term value
Maintaining a productive working relationship with peers in the various support capabilities such as procurement, sales, accounting, HR, etc.
Ensuring the facility complies with all applicable company policies, and state, federal and local regulations
The Experience You Will Bring
Requirements:
Three (3) or more years of experience leading manufacturing processes, which includes work processes, operations excellence, maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement
Demonstrated track record in leading profitable change in an organization
Experience leading and managing direct reports, including recognition of talent gaps, coaching, performance feedback, and incentives
Experience with planning/expense management with a basic understanding of financial and accounting practices
Experience and understanding of Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) management systems, risk assessment/mitigation, and project planning and execution
Must be able and willing to work safely, and promote and enforce safe work practices
Experience formulating business improvement strategies that achieve results
What Will Put You Ahead
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering or Wood Science
Master's Degree in Business Administration
Three (3) or more years of progressive experience in a wood products facility in one or more of the following positions: Plant Manager, Production Manager, Plant Superintendent, Reliability or Maintenance Manager, or in an equivalent leadership role
Large capital project Engineering or Management experience
Experience implementing and using continuous improvement/lean tools such as; Six Sigma, 5-S, Lean Manufacturing, Transactional Lean, etc. to drive improvement
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
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.
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.
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.
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