Maintenance Supervisor
Georgia Pacific | |
life insurance, parental leave | |
United States, Louisiana, Zachary | |
Nov 07, 2024 | |
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Georgia-Pacific Consumer Manufacturing Group is seeking qualified professionals to consider for a Maintenance Supervisor role supporting the tissue and towel manufacturing operations at our Consumer Products Group Operation located in Zachary, LA. The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and managing the maintenance team to ensure the safe, efficient, and effective maintenance of plant equipment and facilities. This role involves coordinating maintenance activities, providing technical guidance, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. The Maintenance Supervisor plays a key role in minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment reliability. Our Team The Port Hudson Plant is located just north of Baton Rouge, LA and west of Zachary, LA. The Port Hudson mill employs about 350 people and has two tissue/towel paper machines and produces consumer tissue products such as bath tissue and paper towels sold under the Georgia-Pacific brand names of Quilted Northern and Brawny. The Port Hudson facility uses integrated technology to manufacture tissue and paper towel products in a progressive production environment. The Gulf Coast is only an hour away and there is plenty of history in the area to explore as well. For urban activities, Baton Rouge and New Orleans are just a short drive away. We create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best people. Our employees help other's and the business reach their full potential, promoting our Principle-Based Management culture to the work they do every day. Our technology is state of the art, and we will bring the best team together to deliver for our customers, Georgia-Pacific, and the Port Hudson and Zachary communities. What You Will Do In Your Role * Embrace influential leadership to support the organization while advancing our Principle-Based Management (PBM) culture * Lead, mentor, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and support staff * Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide feedback to team members * Assign and prioritize maintenance tasks, ensuring alignment with operational goals and production schedules * Develop, implement, and oversee preventive maintenance programs to reduce equipment downtime and extend asset life * Provide technical expertise and support for troubleshooting complex equipment issues and ensure timely resolution of maintenance problems * Promote a culture of safety and ensure all maintenance activities are performed in compliance with safety regulations and company policies * Conduct safety training and ensure team members are knowledgeable about safety procedures and protocols * Ensure maintenance practices comply with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements * Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance maintenance efficiency and effectiveness * Lead and participate in root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence * Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and materials to ensure availability for maintenance activities. Coordinate with procurement for timely ordering of supplies * Allocate resources effectively to meet maintenance needs and optimize workforce productivity * Collaborate with other departments, including operations, engineering, and procurement, to support overall plant performance and achieve operational goals * Prepare and present maintenance reports, metrics, and performance data to management. The Experience You Will Bring Basic Qualifications: * Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, equipment maintenance, reliability, and standard maintenance work processes * Supervisory/management experience with responsibility for directs reports * Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively * Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with various stakeholders * Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) What Will Put You Ahead Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and/or Paper Science * Experience utilizing SAP * Experience working in a recycled pulp or paper operation * Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or military environment At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy [1] here. Who We Are As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath, tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our [2] business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click [3] here for additional information. #LI-CM2 References Visible links 1. https://jobs.kochcareers.com/pages/culture 2. https://www.kochind.com/about/business-philosophy 3. https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf |