Operations Manager

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Taylorsville (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking an Operations Manager in Taylorsville, MS to lead safety-focused operations at our plywood facility. You will drive continuous improvement, build a high-performing team, and oversee budgeting and strategic reviews to meet key performance objectives.

The role emphasizes applying PBM principles, Lean tools, RCA, and proactive maintenance to achieve reliable, injury-free production, with a focus on continuous development and ownership across all levels.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience in industrial/manufacturing/military environments.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel; able to learn new production/operations software quickly.
• Experience in employee performance management and change management.
• Experience formulating business improvement strategies that achieve results.

Responsibilities

• Drive a culture of injury-free, incident-free operations by modeling PBM principles.
• Optimize production processes using the MPO Process System for efficiency and value creation.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing operations team with regular performance reviews.
• Oversee facility financials: budgeting, forecasting, and strategic reviews; use data for decisions.
• Utilize Lean tools, RCA, and preventive/predictive maintenance planning.
• Build ownership culture, recognize contributions, and ensure accountability.
• Develop job plans, monitor completion, and promote proactive maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

MS Word

Excel

Production software

Performance management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/wood science/industrial management

Tools

Lean Manufacturing tools

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is currently seeking an Operations Manager at the Taylorsville, MS Plywood location. As Operations Manager, you will drive operational excellence, safety, and team development at our plywood manufacturing facility. You’ll lead a dynamic team, set a vision for safety and performance, and advance Georgia-Pacific’s goals through continuous improvement and a commitment to Principle-Based Management®.

What You Will Do

• Champion a culture of injury-free, incident-free operations by modeling and reinforcing Georgia-Pacific’s Consistently apply PBM® principles in all aspects of operations.
• Optimize production processes using the Machine Paced Operation (MPO) Process System. Strive for efficiency, reliability, and maximum value creation for the business.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing operations team. Facilitate team growth, conduct regular performance reviews, and manage change to ensure team alignment and engagement.
• Oversee facility financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic reviews. Use data to drive business decisions and achieve key performance objectives.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing tools, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and preventive/predictive maintenance planning to identify opportunities and implement solutions.
• Build a culture of ownership by recognizing contributions, addressing missed opportunities, and ensuring accountability at all levels.
• Fully utilize work process systems to develop job plans, monitor completion, and promote proactive maintenance and reliability initiatives.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 3+ years of leadership experience in industrial, manufacturing, or military environments
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel; able to quickly learn new production/operations software
• Willingness and ability to work in a manufacturing plant environment (noisy, temperature variable)
• Proven experience in employee performance management and change management
• Experience formulating business improvement strategies that achieve results

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, wood science, industrial management, or a related field
• Prior experience in Lean Manufacturing and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Experience in wood products or similar manufacturing environments
• Strong mechanical aptitude in an industrial setting

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 the 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. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).