Area Process Improvement Manager

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is currently seeking an Area Process Improvement Manager for an emerging opportunity within our Digital Printing business unit Hummingbird ® . The APIM is responsible for improving the West Chester facility's manufacturing performance to ensure the best customer experience possible and implementing division quality processes within the Hummingbird business. This will be done through collaboration within Hummingbird and our GP box plants and Sheet Feeders, utilizing the comparative advantages of direct reports, and partnering with capabilities. The APIM is also the Product Stewardship leader. The position is based at our West Chester, OH facility, commuting frequently to the Hummingbird corporate office on Plum St. in Cincinnati, OH , and reports to the Director of Operations.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific, LLC, is one of the nation's leading corrugated box manufacturers. Hummingbird's large format inkjet printing is ideal unlocking stunning visual quality on corrugated boxes.

What You Will Do

• Handle customer complaints and internal nonconformances through effective RCCAs that correct and prevent any quality issues from reoccurrence.
• Leads the Process Auditor Team and Internal Audit Team who verify (i) product quality (ii) procedures are accurate and effective and (iii) performance is in compliance.
• Works with relevant department and capability managers to develop, maintain, and improve the Quality Management System, ensuring all quality and regulatory requirements are met.
• Supervise the quality team to develop employees and maximize their contributions.
• Implements change through leading and/or supporting continuous improvement efforts using Lean and Six Sigma methods and techniques.
• Provide guidance and direction that fosters an environment of continuous improvement to improve process control which will reduce defects and maximize yield from press runs.
• Manages BRC, HACCP and other Compliance Programs, which includes training, auditing, and verifying new equipment and process requirements.
• Supports the QC Lab, analyzes lab reports and assists in product qualification and trials.
• Prepares plant for external audits and serves as the point person during the audit.
• Evaluates supplier performance, conducts supplier audits, and processes supplier credits.
• Ensure that all employees are properly trained in quality procedures and SOP's
• Departmental ownership over obtaining and maintaining the GP Blue Diamond certification, along with the centerlining audits, process, and operator knowledge of centerlining

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience managing product quality and process improvements in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with inspection methods, industry testing methods, and statistical control techniques
• Able to travel between 25% - 50% domestically

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline
• Industry experience in Corrugated, Printing, packaging and/or food and beverage.
• Experience working with QMS, ColorMaster, ColorCert, Measure Color, or Vision Systems
• Experience in BRCGS, SQFI, or similar food industry audit
• Strong Data analysis and statistical aptitude
• Six Sigma or SPC certification

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Hiring Philosophy

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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.

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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.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information:

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