Operations Director - Corrugated Plant Leader

Georgia-Pacific; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific’s Albany Corrugated facility is seeking a Director of Operations to lead the box plant, oversee 140 employees, and shape performance and culture. You’ll drive safety, operational excellence, and reliability while empowering teams to excel in a high‑volume environment.

Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll collaborate with commercial, customer service, and corporate capability teams to deliver results.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on leadership in corrugated or paper converting manufacturing.
• Directed teams in a high-volume, safety-driven operation, consistently meeting output and safety performance goals.
• Proven ability to drive measurable improvements in performance, cost, and reliability metrics.
• Communicated strategic goals clearly across departments, ensuring consistent understanding and execution of plant priorities.

Responsibilities

• Build high-performing teams and culture with ownership and accountability.
• Lead plant operations with a relentless focus on safety, reliability, and quality; drive Lean initiatives to reduce waste.
• Collaborate with local and regional leaders to meet business goals and empower teams to perform at their best.
• Mentor and grow leadership to future promotable roles and foster a people-first environment.

Job description

Georgia-Pacific’s Albany Corrugated facility is seeking a Director of Operations to lead the box plant, oversee 140 employees, and shape performance and culture. You’ll drive safety, operational excellence, and reliability while empowering teams to excel in a high‑volume environment.

Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll collaborate with commercial, customer service, and corporate capability teams to deliver results.