Shift Capability Leader - Kraft

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific's Consumer Products mill in Palatka; FL is seeking a qualified individual to consider for the Shift Capability Leader in the Kraft Paper Machine Dept.

This position will primarily focus on building shift capabilities, managing workflow and safely managing a crew of 16 team members.

The ideal candidate for this role will possess strong written and verbal communication skills, be able to multi-task, as well as work with the manufacturing engineers.

Our Team

The Palatka mill and its products are a critical part of GP's Consumer Products portfolio, including Kraft Paper, high-profile Angel Soft®, Quilted Northern®, Brawny®, and Sparkle® brands.

GP has invested heavily at Palatka in recent years to deliver competitive tissue and towel products including a new towel paper machine.

The mill also features two Kraft paper machines and recent investments in a state-of-the-art Daily Operations Center (DOC) - a singular control hub for our asset monitoring.

With more than 950 team members, the mill is highly strategic operation for GP and a foundational part of the local community and economy.

Located 45 minutes west of the beautiful beaches of St.

Augustine, the mill is nestled in outskirts of the growing city of Palatka.

Jacksonville, Daytona Beach and Gainesville are approximately one hour away, and Orlando is only two hours! In an area ideal for many different people, interests, and lifestyles, the Palatka mill is a rare find!

What You Will Do


* Effectively lead, mentor, supervisor, coach, and develop hourly associates within the Kraft Paper Machine Department utilizing the PBM Guiding Principals and Operational Excellence tools to improve capability and performance


* Lead and foster an environment that develops principled business owners in an Ownership-Based Work System who can identify learning development solutions and optimize equipment


* Lead development and implementation of Performance, Skills, and Qualification Capability.


* Handle administration functions to include payroll, timekeeping, attendance, and other required functions


* Ensure that individual roles, responsibilities, and expectations ( RR&Es ) are aligned with mill and organizational goals to assure maximizing real long-term value for the company


* Regular execution of Leader Standard Work to inspect what is expected of the team


* Hold team and individuals accountable for operational strategies and results


* Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and other salaried leaders within the department on issues that may arise

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* High School Diploma/GED, and Three (3) years manufacturing experience, or military experience


* Proficient Computer skills: Experience in Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Outlook, Word)


* Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays

What Will Put You Ahead


* Five (5) or more years of experience in a manufacturing e...