Director of Operations

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific's Corrugated Packaging division is seeking a transformative leader to join us as the Director of Operations at our Sheboygan, WI facility.

In this pivotal role, you'll champion safety, operational excellence, and team development in a fast-paced, innovation-driven manufacturing environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of over 130 employees, including a talented seven-member leadership group, as we build on a foundation of mutual success and continuous improvement.

If you're a results-driven professional with a strong vision for operational growth and a passion for empowering others, we invite you to apply and explore more about our Corrugated Packaging division at www.gppackaging.com .

Our Team

At Georgia-Pacific, we believe great teams drive exceptional results.

In this role, you'll oversee the operations of our Sheboygan facility, known for its commitment to customer success and principled entrepreneurship.

With the support of a dedicated and skilled workforce, you will have the autonomy to innovate, inspire, and deliver long-term value.

As a leader, you'll embody our Principle-Based Management® (PBM®) philosophy-fostering creativity, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.

This role is designed for a leader who thrives on collaboration, challenges, and delivering meaningful contributions.

What You Will Do



* Lead with Safety: Cultivate a safety-first culture to ensure an injury-free workplace.


* Innovate: Champion new technologies and drive advancements in manufacturing processes to support business growth.


* Strategize: Develop and execute operational strategies that align with short- and long-term business objectives.


* Results Focused: Oversee the P&L to ensure profitable operations while delivering value to customers and stakeholders.


* Foster Growth & Development: Mentor and develop your leadership team, preparing them for future opportunities and expanding their contributions.


* Drive Improvement: Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize systems, processes, and outcomes.


* Problem Solve: Tackle challenges with agility and prioritize actions to achieve operational goals.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Leadership experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or similar operational setting.

Experience in the paper or packaging industry is a plus, but not required.


* Proven ability to execute continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic environment.


* Demonstrated success in developing and mentoring talent to advance within the organization.

What Will Put You Ahead



* Leadership experience in a corrugated box facility.


* Familiarity in managing profit and loss (P&L) statements.


* Strong alignment with our PBM principles and values, including a focus on mutual benefit, principled entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement.


* Experience leading teams through transformational ch...