Director of Operations

Director of Operations

Georgia-Pacific's Corrugated business is looking for a dynamic and experienced Director of Operations to lead our box plant in Albany, GA. This is an incredible opportunity to make a lasting impact, overseeing a talented workforce of 140 employees, including a strong leadership team, while shaping the future of plant performance and culture.

As the Director of Operations, you'll lead with purpose, driving safety, operational excellence, and reliability while empowering your teams to perform at their best. Reporting to the General Manager, you'll collaborate across commercial, customer service, and corporate capability teams to deliver results that move the business forward. With broad organizational visibility and strong support from senior leadership, this role offers a unique opportunity to grow your impact and your career.

At our Albany Corrugated facility, we are embarking on a promising new phase of growth and innovation, supported by strategic investments that elevate our production capabilities and operational excellence. Rooted in Principle-Based Management®, our team values trust, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Albany is the economic hub of Southwest Georgia, offering a blend of small-town community and regional opportunity. With a reasonable cost of living, strong local schools and universities, and access to outdoor recreation along the Flint River, Albany is a place where professionals can grow roots and build a meaningful career. The community's blend of agricultural tradition, operational excellence, and expanding manufacturing presence positions Albany as a high-value market for long-term professional development.

We're ready for a leader who's passionate about developing people, strengthening culture, and unlocking the full potential of this energized team.

Build high-performing teams & culture

• Develop a team-oriented culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Mentor and grow your leadership team into future promotable roles
• We are looking for a people first leader to foster an environment where employees are respected, empowered, and proud of their work

Lead with vision & strategy

• Apply Principle-Based Management® to drive innovation and long-term value
• Collaborate with local and regional leaders to meet business goals
• Foster an engaged workforce and drive accountability throughout the organization

Execute operational excellence

• Lead plant operations with a relentless focus on safety, reliability, and quality
• Use Lean tools and data to optimize productivity and reduce waste
• Drive adoption of emerging technologies to improve performance

Who you are (basic qualifications)

• 5+ years of hands-on leadership experience in corrugated or paper converting manufacturing
• Directed teams in a high-volume, safety-driven operation, consistently meeting output and safety performance goals
• Proven ability to drive measurable improvements in performance, cost, and reliability metrics
• Communicated strategic goals clearly across departments, ensuring consistent understanding and execution of plant priorities

What will put you ahead

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, or related field
• Formal training or certification in Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies