Utilities Process Manager - Georgia-Pacific

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Utilities Process Manager to join our Alabama River Cellulose team in Perdue Hill, AL who will advance our team's capabilities. This role will work closely with the maintenance, electrical & instrumentation, process control, and operations departments to improve the utilities area, apply safety protocol to improve productivity, reduce costs through process/equipment optimizations and operator knowledge and skill improvements throughout the facility while striving for 1000% compliance in safety and environmental compliance. This position will report to the Power & Recovery Area Manager and play a key role on the team of 60+ employees.

Our Team

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 Perdue Hill community!

Since 1978, the Alabama River Cellulose (ARC) mill has been a major part of the economic lifeblood of the region. Recognized as one of the largest pulp operations in North America, the mill is also considered the largest manufacturer in Monroe County and one of the largest employers in the area with nearly 500 employees.
Learn more about our Cellulose Division by visiting our GP webpage.

What You Will Do

• Analyze and evaluate a utilities area manufacturing process which may include, chemical recovery boilers, biomass or gas fired boilers, black liquor evaporators, ionic-exchange water demineralization equipment, chemical recovery reactors, industrial air compressors with air drying equipment, and steam turbine power generation with distribution equipment, to identify areas for improvement, cost reduction, and increased efficiency.
• Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing systems, workflows, and procedures to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Work closely with production teams to troubleshoot issues, propose solutions, and streamline operations while implementing measures to drive sustainable improvements.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and process control teams to identify and implement equipment upgrades or modifications to improve reliability and performance.
• Lead or support process improvement initiatives or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance for new systems and capital improvement projects.
• Facilitate, coach, and teach operational optimization concepts, work processes, methods, & tools
• Effectively apply the challenge process; coach initiative owners to urgently escalate issues that are prohibiting the delivery of initiative results
• Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate new technologies, materials, and equipment for potential implementation.
• Facilitate ownership-based work system strategies by building capability of technicians or operate, maintain, and improve their assets.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to manufacturing processes and equipment.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience with a utilities area manufacturing process or equivalent area including, chemical recovery boilers, biomass or gas fired boilers, black liquor evaporators, ionic-exchange water demineralization equipment, chemical recovery reactors, industrial air compressors with air drying equipment, and steam turbine power generation with distribution equipment
• Experience in a turn-around facility, supporting not only an operational but cultural turn-around.
• Experience with automation and advanced technology, including remotely managed assets
• Experience identifying and setting effective KPI's; proven record of helping drive gaps to closure and leading change throughout a manufacturing, military, or industrial environment.
• Experience utilizing constraint analysis and continuous improvement to prioritize work and solve complex issues.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks, with minimal oversight and guidance.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook

What Will Put You Ahead

• 5+ years of experience in pulp, paper and utilities operations (ex: natural gas boilers, turbines, feedwater systems, recovery boilers, evaporators)
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing or related field
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Strong knowledge of computer systems (SAP, PI, Parkview etc.)

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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 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.

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.

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