Process Control Lead - Converting

Georgia Pacific; Clatskanie (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Converting Process Control Lead for the Wauna Mill in Oregon. The role focuses on developing talent, strategic thinking, and collaboration across the organization within a Principle-Based Management culture.

You will oversee converting controls, guide the team, and partner with mill personnel to identify opportunities, solve problems, and execute control strategies for multiple projects. The position emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience with process control systems in manufacturing.
• Proven success leading process control staff.
• Ability manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Must have legal US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for converting control systems and leadership of the Process Control Team in converting.
• Develop the capability of individual team members.
• Build partnerships with mill personnel to identify opportunities and solve problems.
• Lead the development, planning, and execution of controls strategy for simultaneous projects.
• Accountable for execution of controls projects including design, testing, documentation, vendor management, procurement, and start-up support.
• Provide control system support for optimization, reliability, quality improvement, and safety initiatives.
• Prioritize resources toward mill strategies with highest value.

Skills

Process control systems

Leadership

Project management

US work authorization

PLC expertise

Vendor/contractor management

Tools

Texas Instruments PLC

Giddings & Lewis PLC

Siemens PLC

Control system networking

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Converting Process Control Lead at our Wauna Mill. The desired candidate must be passionate about developing talent, demonstrate strategic & economic thinking, possess good problem-solving skills, and enjoy collaborating across the organization. Our culture is defined by the Principle-Based Management philosophy which guides everyday decision making and provides employees with opportunities to contribute and personally benefit from the value they create.

Our Team

The Wauna Mill is the proud producer of household products such as Brawny, Angel Soft, Sparkle, and Quilted Northern. The mill is located in a picturesque and uncrowded setting and is surrounded by the Clatsop Forest. Its central location provides numerous opportunities for both outdoor recreation and city living. Portland, Oregon, is only an hour's drive away with access to fine food, entertainment centers, and many other major urban centers. The Pacific Ocean can be reached in under thirty minutes. Many outdoor activities near the mill include fishing, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and boating. And for the adventurer, Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Hood, and Mt. Rainier provide climbing opportunities and are home to several world-class ski resorts.

What You Will Do

• Accountable for converting control systems and leadership of the Process Control Team in converting
• Develop the capability of individual members of team members
• Build partnerships with mill personnel to identify opportunities and solve problems
• Lead the development, planning, and execution of controls strategy for simultaneous projects and support activities
• Accountable for execution of controls projects and initiatives. Includes system design, testing, component specification, documentation management, vendor/contractor management, equipment procurement, installation and start-up support
• Provide process control support for controls optimization, reliability and quality improvement initiatives, cost reduction efforts, capital projects, and safety initiatives
• Prioritize resources toward mill strategies and opportunities with highest value

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience with process control systems, including industry-standard PLC
• Demonstrated experience and success leading process control staff in a manufacturing environment
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in the Pulp and Paper industry
• Experience with Texas Instrument, Giddings & Lewis, or Siemens PLCs
• Experience with control system network topology (i.e. Ethernet, ControlNet, and firewalls)
• Experience in designing, supporting, and troubleshooting control systems

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 our 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.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf