Manufacturing Engineer - Logistics

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific Consumer Manufacturing Group is seeking qualified professionals to consider for a Manufacturing Engineer role supporting the Logistics Department at our Consumer Products Group Operation located in Zachary, LA.

The Manufacturing Engineer - Logistics is responsible for optimizing the logistics and supply chain processes within the manufacturing environment at Georgia-Pacific.

This role focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of material flow, inventory management, and overall logistics operations to support production and distribution.

The individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and implement solutions that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and ensure timely delivery of products.

Our Team

The Port Hudson Plant is located just north of Baton Rouge, LA and west of Zachary, LA.

The Port Hudson mill employs about 350 people and has two tissue/towel paper machines and produces consumer tissue products such as bath tissue and paper towels sold under the Georgia-Pacific brand names of Quilted Northern® and Brawny®.

The Port Hudson facility uses integrated technology to manufacture tissue and paper towel products in a progressive production environment.

The Gulf Coast is only an hour away and there is plenty of history in the area to explore as well.

For urban activities, Baton Rouge and New Orleans are just a short drive away.

We create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best people.

Our employees help other's and the business reach their full potential, promoting our Principle-Based Management culture to the work they do every day.

Our technology is state of the art, and we will bring the best team together to deliver for our customers, Georgia-Pacific, and the Port Hudson and Zachary communities.

What You Will Do



* Embrace influential leadership to support the organization while advancing our Principle-Based Management (PBM) culture


* Design and implement logistics strategies to optimize material flow from suppliers to production lines


* Analyze and improve warehouse operations, including storage, picking, and packing processes


* Develop and maintain efficient transportation routes and schedules to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and finished goods


* Monitor inventory levels and implement systems to manage stock efficiently


* Coordinate with procurement and production teams to forecast inventory needs and minimize excess stock


* Implement inventory tracking systems and conduct regular audits to ensure accuracy


* Use Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to identify and eliminate waste in logistics and supply chain processes


* Conduct time and motion studies to streamline operations and improve workflow


* Lead continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing logistics efficiency and reducing costs


* Collect and analyze logistics data to identify trends and areas for improvemen...