Your JobGeorgia-Pacific Dixie® Consumer Products Operation is seeking qualified professionals to consider for a Converting Product System Leader role supporting the Consumer Products Group Operations located in Muskogee, OK. The Muskogee facility uses integrated technology to manufacture tissue and paper towel products in a progressive production environment.The Converting Product System Leader is responsible for overseeing and improving manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality. This role will be key in leading, developing and coaching frontline leaders. In addition, supporting the capabilities and development of our hourly workforce, and driving results through data utilization and performance management.Our TeamThe Muskogee Plant is part of the tissue, towel, and napkin paper products manufacturing operation. We are proud to safely manufacture quality products that have a competitive advantage and solid growth within the marketplace.We create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best people. Our employees help other's and the business reach their full potential, promoting our Principle-Based Management culture to the work they do every day. Our technology is state of the art, and we will bring the best team together to deliver for our customers, Georgia-Pacific, and the Muskogee community.What You Will Do
- Embrace influential leadership to support the organization while advancing our Principle-Based Management (PBM) culture
- Lead initiatives to optimize production processes
- Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies for continuous improvement
- Manage and develop a team of process engineers, frontline leaders, and technicians
- Foster a culture of safety, quality, and performance
- Plan and execute projects to enhance system performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet objectives
- Utilize data to identify areas for improvement
- Monitor key performance indicators and report on system performance
- Oversee budget for assigned projects and initiatives
- Ensure cost-effective practices are implemented
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Five or more years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment with management and/or supervisory responsibilities
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and address problems efficiently
- Ability to lead, develop and coach a team, manage budgets, and oversee product operations
- Continuous improvement mindset, with knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies
- Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations with a strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures
What Will Put You Ahead
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations Management
- Experience working in a paper, pulp or converting environment
- 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
- Lean Six Sigma certification
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. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .Who We AreAs 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 our business philosophy helps 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. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. 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. Please click here for additional information. #LI-CM2