Asset Manager

Irving Tissue; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with match

Wellness Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Product Purchase Program

Training & Development

Growth opportunities

Relocation assistance

Onsite only

Job summary

Irving Tissue is seeking an Asset Leader to oversee manufacturing operations, maintenance, and KPI-driven improvements at our Macon, GA site. Reporting to the Converting Manager, you will coordinate resources, guide teams, and drive Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People objectives.

The role requires strong leadership, coaching, and technical skills, with a focus on process stability and continuous improvement. This is a 100% onsite position with relocation support where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years in an operations leadership role in a Consumer Packaged Goods processing facility.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and change leadership.
• Excellent communication and advanced computer skills including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor measurement systems to ensure consistency between crews and communicate KPIs.
• Coordinate maintenance and resources for daily operations and scheduled down days.
• Develop a culture of continuous development and improvement; coach Process Techs and Engineers.
• Lead Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to evaluate upgrades and design improvements.
• Support site leaders in long-range planning and objectives.

Skills

Operations leadership

Coaching & mentoring

Communication

Influence (without authority)

Technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What we offer

Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective 1st of the month following start date
• 401K with 5% company match eligible on the 1st of the month 30 days following your start date
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Product Purchase Program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if applicable)
• This position is 100% onsite. Remote work is not available for this position.

Job Description

What we offer

Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective 1st of the month following start date
• 401K with 5% company match eligible on the 1st of the month 30 days following your start date
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Product Purchase Program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if applicable)
• This position is 100% onsite. Remote work is not available for this position.

Reporting to the Converting Manager, the Asset Leader is ultimately responsible for ensuring assets are adequately maintained with necessary tools, materials, and supplies needed for operation. This position will proactively coordinate and lead the manufacturing operations to ensure the achievement of department objectives for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, & People.

Responsibilities

• Monitor measurement systems to ensure consistency between crews and assist in communicating Key Performance Indicators to the crews. Ensure systems are developed, monitored, and sustained to deliver and improve operational excellence. Develop and drive implementation of site initiatives to support multi-year site vision
• Coordinate maintenance and operational resources on a daily basis and for scheduled “down days”
• Develop a climate which encourages the participation and involvement of all employees to pursue continuous development and continuous improvement. Coach, develop & mentor Process Techs and Process Engineers. Support capability development and provide feedback for operating teams
• Lead Manufacturing teams, Maintenance teams, Process Engineers, Process Techs & Suppliers to evaluate and recommend upgrades and design improvements. Lead teams through trouble‑shooting exercises leading to process stability and improvement
• Support Value Stream Manager and other site leaders in determining and directing long-range plans, objectives, and activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is preferred
• 5+ years in an operations leadership role in a Consumer Packaged Goods processing facility
• Strong coaching & mentoring skills with experience in leading change
• Strong technical abilities
• Excellent communication skills & comfortable in presenting to senior level audiences
• Ability to influence with and without authority
• Advanced systems aptitude and excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people.

We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products – including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.

We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.

Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Tissue, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since.