Plant Manager
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Georgia-Pacific Recycling is now hiring a Plant Manager for our Savannah, GA facility.The Plant Manager will oversee daily operations of the recycling plant, ensuring efficient production, maintaining safety and environmental standards, while achieving operational goals. This role involves managing plant resources, leading a team, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Our Team

The Savannah Recycling plant employs 12/15 associates and serves customers around the world providing them with valuable commodities to support their businesses. This plant is part of Georgia-Pacific's network of facilities dedicated to sustainability and responsible resource management. Located in the Savannah, GA area which is known for its' historical nature dating back to the 1800s; Savannah offers opportunities to boat, fish, hunt, swim, travel and ideally moderate winters.

What You Will Do

• Operational Management:
• Oversee all aspects of plant operations, including safety, production, maintenance, and logistics
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce risk while maximizing productivity and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations
• Team Leadership:
• Coach, mentor, and develop plant staff through continuous training and a team first mentality
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, innovation and continuous improvement
• Lead and participate in team meetings while promoting open communication
• Financial Oversight:
• Prepare and manager the plant budget
• Monitor expenses and optimize costs without compromising safety and quality
• Analyze financial reports to identify areas for improvement
• Identify and lead initiatives to improve processes, reduce waste and increase efficiencies
• Ensure all products meet quality standards and customer specifications

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Previous and proven experience in a plant management role or similar role supervising salary and/or hourly employees
• Previous experience setting and achieving production and continuous improvement goals
• Previous experience in operational management software and tools (i.e. SAP, Power BI, Excel etc.)
• Previous experience in Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field
• Previous experience in a role specific to recycling in an industrial or manufacturing setting
• Previous experience and knowledge of equipment servicing, planning/scheduling, supply chain management, mechanical maintenance, plant engineering processes and equipment

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

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. 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.

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.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: