Director of Operations - Milford, NJ

Georgia Pacific
life insurance, parental leave
United States, New Jersey, Milford
Jul 02, 2025
Your Job Lead the Future of Corrugated Manufacturing at Georgia-Pacific Milford, NJ \| Full-Time \| Onsite Role \| Travel: Up to 20% Base Salary Range: $150,000-$190,000 + Annual Incentives Relocation assistance available We're looking for a results-driven, people-focused Director of Operations to lead operations at our corrugated sheet feeder facility in Milford, NJ. This is more than a plant leadership role - it's a chance to make a real impact with a company that empowers leaders to drive change, innovate boldly, and build long-term value. With full P&L responsibility and a talented team of 80+ employees, including 15 direct leaders, you'll be at the center of performance, culture, and growth in one of North America's top packaging organizations. Our Team At Georgia-Pacific, we don't just make boxes - we build careers. As part of Koch Industries, one of the largest privately held companies in the world, we offer unmatched resources, leadership development, and opportunities to grow within a Principle-Based Management framework. Join a network of plant leaders who are trusted to act like owners and rewarded for results. Learn more about our Packaging division at www.gppackaging.com. What You Will Do Lead with Vision & Strategy Own the plant's strategic direction and full P&L accountability Collaborate with local and regional leaders to meet business goals Apply Principle-Based Management to drive innovation and long-term value 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 Build High-Performing Teams & Culture Develop a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement Mentor and grow your leadership team into future promotable roles Foster an environment where employees are respected, engaged, and empowered Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience operating or managing corrugator equipment, with a track record of diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical or process issues 3+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment, including performance management and coaching Demonstrated success in improving key operational metrics (e.g., uptime, waste reduction, throughput) through reliability-centered maintenance and continuous improvement efforts What Will Put You Ahead Formal training or certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Green Belt or higher) Led at least one large-scale transformation or turnaround initiative with documented business outcomes (e.g., cost savings, efficiency gains, customer satisfaction improvements) Experience managing customer-centric manufacturing operations with high service level expectations (e.g., JIT delivery, customized orders) Familiarity with automated manufacturing systems, Industry 4.0 technologies, or sustainable manufacturing initiatives (e.g., zero-waste goals, energy-efficient practices) Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred but not required with equivalent experience For this role, we anticipate paying $150,000-190,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. 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 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 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 here for additional information. #LI-LAL