Digital Process Optimization Leader - Corrugated

Your Job

The Digital Process Optimization (DPO) Leader is responsible for driving operational performance improvement through the application of digital tools, advanced analytics, and process optimization strategies across manufacturing operations.

This role partners with operations, engineering, reliability, and IT/OT teams to identify opportunities, implement scalable digital solutions, and deliver measurable business value aligned with safety, quality, productivity, and cost objectives.

The DPO Leader serves as a bridge between plant operations and digital capabilities-ensuring technology investments translate into real performance gains.

The ideal candidate will be located on the U.S.

East Coast with proximity to a major national airport hub to enable efficient nationwide travel

Our Team

You know us already! Georgia-Pacific is one of the nation's leading corrugated box manufacturers.

The team specializes in both converting and corrugator assets, where they support the self-actualization of their employees.

This position provides opportunities for promotion as well as many other Georgia-Pacific and Koch facilities across the country.

Come join our team!

Check out these videos/links to learn more about the Corrugated Business at Georgia-Pacific:
Georgia-Pacific: How Corrugated Boxes are Made
Georgia-Pacific: Corrugated
www.gppackaging.com

What You Will Do

Digital Strategy & Execution



* Identify and prioritize digital optimization opportunities across manufacturing processes.


* Develop and execute roadmaps aligned with business and mill objectives .


* Lead implementation of digital solutions including process analytics, visualization tools, automation enhancements, and connected worker technologies.

Process Optimization



* Analyze process data to identify bottlenecks, variability, and loss points.


* Drive root cause problem solving using data-driven insights.


* Improve throughput, yield, quality, and asset reliability through digital enablement.

Cross-Functional Leadership



* Partner with Operations Leaders, Process Engineers, Reliability Teams, and IT/OT to deploy sustainable solutions.


* Influence stakeholders to adopt new digital workflows and standard operating practices.


* Serve as a change agent to build digital capability within the organization.

Data & Analytics Enablement



* Leverage real-time data systems (DCS, MES, PI, etc.) to build dashboards and performance insights.


* Establish KPIs to track value realization from digital initiatives.


* Support predictive and prescriptive analytics use cases where applicable.

Continuous Improvement & Scaling



* Standardize successful digital solutions for replication across sites or divisions.


* Ensure long-term ownership and sustainment of implemented tools.


* Support capability building and training for operations teams.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Experience in manufacturing, industrial op...