Electrical Superintendent

Georgia Pacific; Madison (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and time off

Educational assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking an Electrical Superintendent for its plywood mill in Madison, GA. This role involves leading the plant's electrical functions and guiding a team to enhance operational efficiency and safety.

The ideal candidate will have significant electrical experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting, with a strong focus on safety and reliability. Compensation and benefits are competitive and designed to promote overall well-being.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the Electrical Department team.
• Oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems.
• Plan and assign tasks for efficient resource use.
• Champion a strong safety culture and enforce safety policies.
• Prepare and manage the electrical maintenance budget.

Skills

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Team leadership

Preventive maintenance

Safety management

Budget management

Education

Associate degree or higher in a related technical field

Tools

PLCs (Allen-Bradley Studio 5000)

CMMS

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is seeking an Electrical Superintendent for our plywood mill in Madison, GA. The Electrical Superintendent will lead the plant's electrical function, overseeing the Electrical Supervisor, Electrical Planner, and the electrical team to support Principle-Based Management, foster teamwork, and deliver strong operational results.

This role champions safety excellence by promoting employee involvement, ownership, and accountability, and by proactively identifying and reducing electrical risks. The Electrical Superintendent provides technical and leadership guidance, monitors work quality, and serves as a key contributor to the facility's management team. This position plays a critical role in improving reliability, strengthening team performance, and supporting overall plant success.

Our Team

The Madison Plywood facility employs approximately 550 hourly non-union employees and is situated near Atlanta, GA. The successful candidate must live within the facility's local commuting distance in Madison, GA.

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, or similar.
• 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 well‑being so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, AD&D, 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.

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.