Plant Manager

Location: Kane

Your Job

Georgia Pacific is now hiring a Plant Manager for our MT. Jewett medium density fiberboard (MDF) facility in Mt. Jewett, PA. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a high efficiency and technologically advanced plant.

The Plant Manager will provide leadership to drive continuous improvement in safety, productivity, cost, customer experience, and site profitability. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a dynamic leader who can motivate, lead, and develop a team to drive operational success. Mt Jewett MDF Site

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific Mt. Jewett MDF is a high-performing site, recognized as a top local industry. The site is our flagship facility for advanced MDF manufacturing and technology. Composite Panel Association

The Mt. Jewett MDF plant is a key player in the manufacturing of MDF products, serving various segments of the industry. The plant is located at 149 Temple Dr, Kane, PA 16735, and is known for its commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing. The plant's operations are part of Georgia-Pacific's broader mission to create industry leading MDF building materials using natural forest products.

This type of MDF is used for cabinetry, interior decoration, doors and moldings, retail and commercial displays and residential and light commercial construction applications. To learn more about Georgia-Pacific's OSB Division please visit:

What You Will Do

* Ensure alignment to the business vision and drive consistently elevated level of performance in the areas of managing workplace safety and environmental compliance.

* Lead overall operation of the facility, from receipt of raw materials to the shipment of finished MDF to market.

* Drive company expectations for production scheduling, inventory control, operating rate, fiber recovery, and facility financial performance.

* Demonstrates consistent and initiative-taking cost management by regularly reviewing facility expenses and holds department leaders accountable.

* Creating a culture that drives ownership and focuses on eliminating waste.

* Ensure the facility complies with all applicable company policies, and state, federal and local laws.

* Maintain a productive working relationship with peers in the various support capabilities.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

* 10+ years of progressive operational leadership

* Demonstrated track record in leading profitable change and holding the organization accountable.

* Experience and understanding of budgeting/expense management with a basic understanding of financial and accounting practices.

* Experience building high performing teams.

* Experience developing talent development initiatives.

* Large capital project Engineering or Management experience

What Will Put You Ahead

* Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering or Wood Science

* Progressive leadership 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

* Continuous Improvement project management experience

* Experience with in Wood Products Industry

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