Disciplined Operations Leader

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific Consumer Operations is seeking qualified professionals for the role of Disciplined Operations Leader to support the dynamic team at our new Dixie Products Operations Plant in Jackson, TN.

If you have a passion for building capability in others, this position offers you the opportunity to mentor and coach talent, driving organizational efficiency and sustainable results within our manufacturing operation.

Our Team

We value individuals who embody a business-owner mindset and a strong connection to the community.

This role involves collaborating closely with Maintenance, Operations, and third-party vendors to ensure smooth and efficient facility operations.

What You Will Do



* Collaborate with Operations Leadership and site teams to identify strategic opportunities and implement proven operating practices across core workstreams:



* Management Systems


* Organization


* Production


* Asset Care

Partner with department leaders, performance coaches, and employees to:


* Enhance training programs


* Foster a culture of mutual support and success


* Build organizational capabilities

Drive substantial, measurable improvements on prioritized initiatives within defined timelines

Communicate effectively across all organizational levels to align stakeholders on financial, operational, and risk mitigation goals related to initiatives

Utilize continuous improvement tools and operational discipline to advance project goals

Manage project controls including scope, resources, schedules, and performance metrics

Consult with manufacturing sites and corporate resources to enable sustainable transition of initiatives to base operations

Implement and coach the use of Lean Manufacturing Systems (e.g., Georgia-Pacific's Playbook) to continuously assess organizational health and validate results through a structured, repetitive process

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment with operational and/or supervisory responsibilities


* Proven track record of driving manufacturing change or operational discipline improvements against targeted initiatives


* Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to lead peers and team members across organizational levels


* Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data collection and analysis

What Will Put You Ahead



* Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Business Management, or related field


* Operational experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment


* Experience managing change management or transformation initiatives


* Certification in Continuous Improvement (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification


* Experience in pulp, paper, and/or tissue converting manufacturing environments

About Jackson, TN:

Known as "The Hub City," Jackson is the 8th largest city in Tennessee.

Its strategic location between N...