Electrical Superintendent

Georgia Pacific; Dudley (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is looking for an Electrical Superintendent for its plywood mill in Dudley, North Carolina. The role involves leading the electrical production function, managing staff, and ensuring safety excellence throughout the plant.

This position requires overseeing complex electrical systems, implementing maintenance strategies, and coaching the team to improve reliability. Candidates should have extensive electrical experience and a background in supervision within an industrial setting.

The position offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of electrical experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Two or more years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to learn and use site-specific systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Electrical Department team.
• Plan and assign daily work tasks.
• Oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment

Supervisory experience in a manufacturing or military environment

Working knowledge of PC-based tools

Education

Associate degree or higher in a related technical field

Tools

Allen Bradley PLCs

PowerFlex drives

HMI systems

Job description

Georgia-Pacific is seeking an Electrical Superintendent for our plywood mill in Dudley, North Carolina. The Electrical Superintendent will lead the plant's electrical production function, managing the Electrical Supervisor and electrical staff in a manner that supports Principle-Based Management, fosters teamwork, and delivers strong operational results.

This role champions safety excellence by promoting employee involvement, ownership, and accountability while proactively identifying and mitigating electrical risks. The Electrical Superintendent assists in leading the Electrical team by monitoring work quality, providing technical and leadership guidance, and serving as a key contributor to the facility's management team. This position positively influences others and plays a critical role in improving reliability and overall plant performance.

What You Will Do

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of salaried and hourly associates in the Electrical Department.
• Plan and assign daily work tasks to ensure efficient use of labor and maintenance resources.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support training and development of electrical personnel.
• Oversee the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex electrical systems, including PLCs, motors, drives, control systems, and power distribution equipment.
• Coach and support the Electrical team in troubleshooting complex electrical issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to plan, track, and analyze maintenance activities and equipment history.
• Read, interpret, and ensure accurate use of electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to support maintenance and project work.
• Work with Project Leaders and Engineering to support the installation, startup, and optimization of new electrical systems and equipment.
• Ensure electrical installations and repairs comply with applicable electrical codes, regulatory requirements, and company safety standards.
• Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing safety policies, conducting regular safety inspections, and proactively identifying and mitigating electrical hazards.
• Prepare, manage, and optimize the electrical maintenance budget to control costs while supporting operational needs.
• Identify and implement process improvements, reliability initiatives, and cost‑saving opportunities within the Electrical Department.
• Routinely utilize Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or similar problem‑solving tools to address equipment failures and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support overall facility performance and production objectives.
• Work in a manufacturing plant environment that may include high noise levels, dust, and non‑climate‑controlled areas.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Five (5) or more years of electrical experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment
• Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or military environment
• Working knowledge of PC‑based tools such as MS Word, Excel, and maintenance or production reporting systems
• Ability to learn and effectively use site‑specific systems and processes

What Will Put You Ahead

• Associate degree or higher in a related technical field
• Previous experience in a wood products manufacturing environment
• Previous experience as an Electrical Supervisor or similar frontline leadership role
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000), PowerFlex drives, HMI systems, robotics, and advanced power distribution

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, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).