Paper Machine Superintendent - Brunswick

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Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Superintendent (Paper Machines) to join our cellulose team located in Brunswick, GA. As the Paper Machine Superintendent, you will be responsible for overseeing the operation of the paper machine and ensuring that safety, quality and production targets are met. This role requires a strong technical background in paper manufacturing, as well as leadership and management skills to effectively manage a team of operators and maintenance staff.

The Brunswick Cellulose facility is one of the largest integrated fluff pulp mills in the country with a modern woodyard, Fiberline, three paper machines, waste treatment plant, and utilities operations. The Brunswick Cellulose Mill, located in the southeast corner of Georgia is within minutes of downtown Brunswick and about an hour from Jacksonville, FL to the south and Savannah, GA to the north.

• Oversee the operation of the paper machine to ensure safety, quality and production targets are met.
• Monitor machine performance and identify production issues, taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Manage maintenance activities to ensure the machine can meet availability targets. Identify and develop improvement ideas for capital projects or end of life equipment needs to support continuous improvement.
• Implement process improvements to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage the asset cost plan, including identifying cost‑saving measures where possible.
• Provide coaching and training as needed to support supervisors and hourly operators in achieving their full potential.
• Ensure compliance with product safety and product stewardship to meet customer expectations. Investigate, determine root causes and implement action plans to address customer feedback.
• Review and analyze production data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Five or more years of previous experience in paper manufacturing, with a focus on paper machine operations.
• Strong technical knowledge of paper making processes, paper machine equipment, and quality control standards.
• Prior supervisory experience with proven leadership skills, with the ability to develop and motivate a team effectively.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and the capacity to make sound decisions in a team‑based environment.
• Understanding of safety regulations and commitment to promoting and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and communicate effectively with team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and address problems efficiently.
• Ability to work closely with cross‑functional teams, including engineers, technicians, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze complex situations, identify root causes, and develop appropriate solutions.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

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. Please  for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information , aqui, or tu).