Outage Scheduler - Plywood

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Georgia-Pacific is seeking an innovative and forward-thinking individual to join our team as an Outage Scheduler for the Outage Team in Plywood Group.

Team members are located across the United States and work with facility annual outages to include maintenance turnarounds and capital projects in Plywood group in the Building Products division.

The Outage Team is a capability to implement long range planning and execution to improve asset condition and integrate new production processes with predictable and competitive results.

The Outage Scheduler plays a crucial role in mid and large outages by providing leadership in planning, resource allocation, and project management to make outages predictable and highly competitive.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to make a significant impact, then this position is the perfect fit for you.

In this role you will report to the Sr.

Manager of Outages and be a part of a growing team! It is a hybrid role offering the opportunity to work remotely or at a Georgia-Pacific office as needed.

Travel is expected to be

This position will utilize a core set of principles to drive continuous improvement in outage performance.

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.

What You Will Do


* Collaborate with various stakeholders to develop comprehensive plans for scheduled mill outages, incorporating maintenance activities, equipment upgrades, and necessary repairs.


* Evaluate detailed work orders based on outage plans, including job scope, materials, labor requirements, and necessary permits.


* Coordinate with departmental leaders to identify and allocate resources (personnel, equipment, and materials) required for outage projects.


* Work closely with the Planners, Project Managers, Maintenance and Operations Leaders and Annual Outage Coordinator to develop accurate and realistic project schedules, considering dependencies, critical paths, and resource availability.


* Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure timely acquisition of materials and equipment needed for outage projects, while adhering to budgetary guidelines.


* Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the safety of personnel, equipment, and the facility during outage projects.


* Facilitate effective communication channels among team members, stakeholders, and contractors involved in outage planning and execution.


* Maintain accurate records, including work orders, schedules, progress reports, and lessons learned, to enhance future outage planning and continuous improvement efforts.


* Actively participate in post-outage debriefings and provide recommendations for process improvements and best practices.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


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