Operations Manager
Augusta, GA
 
RockTenn (NYSE: RKT)
Norcross, GA
 
RockTenn is one of North America-Ts leading manufacturers of paperboard, containerboard, consumer and corrugated packaging and one of the world-Ts largest paper recyclers.  Over the years, Rock-Tenn has outpaced its peers in revenues, profitability, EBITDA and stock price.  We-Tve done this by creating and following a bold strategy of: exceeding our customers'' expectations every time, creating long-term shareholder value and encouraging and rewarding employee excellence.
Since its founding in 1936, Rock-Tenn has focused on developing packaging and paperboard products that bring high value to its customers, employees and shareholders.  The company now operates approximately 240 facilities across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, Chile and China.   We employ 26,000 employees and are North America-Ts largest paper recycler, largest display manufacturer, largest pre-print linerboard producer, 2nd largest producer of containerboard and corrugated packaging, 2nd largest producer of coated recycled paperboard, and 2nd largest producer of folding cartons.
 
RockTenn has an opportunity for an Operations Manager at our facility in Augusta, GA.  Augusta Recycle is a paper and plastic recycling facility committed to creating and increasing the RockTenn Recycling presence in Augusta and the surrounding areas.  Our success is directly related to our efficiency.  With that in mind, our Operations Manager has the following responsibilities:
 
Responsibilities:
 
Manage employees to include schedules, training, productivity, and discipline when necessary.
 
Create and oversee the daily production schedule.
 
Address unplanned and scheduled maintenance issues.
 
Manage and solve maintenance issues as they arise.
 
Responsible for ensuring quality systems are in place and comply with customer specifications.
 
Manage production of customer product on a timely basis per schedule.
 
Oversee logistics for the shipping and receiving of raw materials.
 
Oversight of major projects
 
Oversight of plant purchases - production supplies - e-pro system
 
Environmental and Storm Water oversight
 
Maintain and create a strong safety culture
 
Oversee the organization of the work space and tools to increase efficiency.
 
Requirements:
 
3+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
 
2+ years experience fostering a strong safety environment.
 
Experience utilizing your organization and planning skills in a manufacturing environment.
 
Excellent communication skills.
 
Experience operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, and loaders
 
Maintenance experience and a strong mechanical aptitude
 
Willing to work the hours needed to complete daily tasks
 
Shipping and Receiving/Logistics experience a plus
 
OSHA training is a plus
 
Recycling experience a plus
 
Experience with Six Sigma & lean principles is a plus
 
At RockTenn, we seek to be the most respected in the industry.  Our employees are committed to exceeding their customers'' expectations -- every time.  If you enjoy this shared commitment to excellence and discovering value where others haven-Tt we would like you to consider RockTenn as your employer of choice. 
Rock-Tenn Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.  M/F/D/V