Disciplined Operations Leader

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Georgia-Pacific Consumer Operations is seeking qualified professionals for the role of Disciplined Operations Leader to support the dynamic team at our new Dixie Products Operations Plant in Jackson, TN. If you have a passion for building capability in others, this position offers you the opportunity to mentor and coach talent, driving organizational efficiency and sustainable results within our manufacturing operation.

We value individuals who embody a business-owner mindset and a strong connection to the community. This role involves collaborating closely with Maintenance, Operations, and third-party vendors to ensure smooth and efficient facility operations.

• Collaborate with Operations Leadership and site teams to identify strategic opportunities and implement proven operating practices across core work streams:
  • Management Systems
  • Organization
  • Production
  • Asset Care
• Partner with department leaders, performance coaches, and employees to:
  • Enhance training programs
  • Foster a culture of mutual support and success
  • Build organizational capabilities
• Drive substantial, measurable improvements on prioritized initiatives within defined timelines
• Communicate effectively across all organizational levels to align stakeholders on financial, operational, and risk mitigation goals related to initiatives
• Utilize continuous improvement tools and operational discipline to advance project goals
• Manage project controls including scope, resources, schedules, and performance metrics
• Consult with manufacturing sites and corporate resources to enable sustainable transition of initiatives to base operations
• Implement and coach the use of Lean Manufacturing Systems (e.g., Georgia‑Pacific's Playbook) to continuously assess organizational health and validate results through a structured, repetitive process

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment with operational and/or supervisory responsibilities
• Proven track record of driving manufacturing change or operational discipline improvements against targeted initiatives
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to lead peers and team members across organizational levels
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data collection and analysis

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Business Management, or related field
• Operational experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience managing change management or transformation initiatives
• Certification in Continuous Improvement (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience in pulp, paper, and/or tissue converting manufacturing environments

Known as "The Hub City," Jackson is the 8th largest city in Tennessee. Its strategic location between Nashville and Memphis, along with excellent interstate and rail access, makes it a hub for manufacturing and healthcare industries. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment center of West Tennessee. With an affordable cost of living and numerous quality‑of‑life amenities, Jackson is an excellent place to raise a family and enjoy a balanced lifestyle.

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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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