Converting Operations Manager

Koch•Albany, GA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Georgia-Pacific’s Corrugated division is seeking a Converting Operations Manager to lead converting and production operations at our Albany, GA facility. You will be a confident, people-centered leader who delivers results in safety, quality, production and cost while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and principled entrepreneurship. As Converting Operations Manager, you will be empowered to build capability, elevate performance, and contribute directly to our commercial and operational goals. 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—reasonable cost of living, strong local schools and universities, and access to outdoor recreation along the Flint River. 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.

Requirements

Experience in corrugated converting manufacturing operations
Experience troubleshooting converting equipment and recommending solutions
Supervisory or managerial experience with multiple direct reports
Experience developing and training employees in production processes and leading teams on the operating floor
Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring visa transfer or sponsorship

Nice To Haves

5 or more years of leadership experience within the corrugated industry
Experience with process optimization analysis and implementation
Bachelor’s degree or higher

Responsibilities

Provide strategic and day‑to‑day leadership across converting and plant production operations to meet or exceed safety, quality, productivity and cost targets.
Own accountability for safety, health, environmental and quality compliance on the operating floor.
Coach, train and develop salaried and hourly team members (supervisors and operators) in safety, quality, production, problem solving, technical skills and interpersonal communication.
Lead, coordinate and align operational priorities with commercial/business objectives to ensure production and on-time delivery of high‑quality products at the lowest practical cost consistent with customer requirements and company profit goals.
Partner cross‑functionally with Maintenance, Quality, Safety, Commercial, Planning and Supply Chain to remove constraints, improve reliability and ensure production continuity.
Champion and sustain continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, etc.) focused on process reliability, employee engagement and customer value; lead kaizen events and implement standard work.
Oversee equipment maintenance planning and reliability efforts in collaboration with maintenance and plant engineering teams; help set and achieve reliability goals.
Be a visible presence on the floor—support frontline leaders, identify improvement opportunities, reinforce standards, and promote a positive work environment and culture of accountability.
Maintain and reinforce effective housekeeping and materials/packaging handling practices to support safety and efficiency.
Develop operational metrics, monitor performance, and drive corrective actions to meet production and cost objectives.