Georgia-Pacific LLC
Overview
Laboratory Supervisor at Georgia-Pacific LLC — Brunswick cellulose mill. Lead a team of Laboratory Technicians, performing hands-on laboratory testing with supervisory responsibilities to ensure environmental and process lab tests are conducted accurately, safely, and on schedule.
Your Job Georgia-Pacific is seeking a motivated and experienced Laboratory Supervisor to lead our team of Laboratory Technicians at our Brunswick cellulose mill. This role combines hands-on laboratory testing with supervisory responsibilities, ensuring environmental and process lab tests are conducted accurately, safely, and on schedule.
What You Will Do
Supervise and mentor laboratory technicians, providing training, guidance, and performance feedback to develop a high-performing team.
Lead and manage Environmental Compliance and ISO 9000 compliance laboratory and associated systems.
Prepare and distribute environmental test results and analysis to site leadership.
Execute Leader Standard Work, including: approving timesheets, scheduling weekend coverage, verifying analytical accuracy, validating technician data, validating training records, conducting daily team meetings, assigning responsibilities, preparing samples for external analysis, maintaining inventory and ordering lab supplies, managing lab cleanliness and housekeeping, and obtaining approvals for new chemicals.
Coordinate with external labs to verify compliance with regulatory standards.
Collaborate with Regional Wastewater Engineers, Operations Engineers, and external service providers to maintain wastewater compliance.
Oversee laboratory equipment, ensuring all calibrations are current and supporting mill operations by troubleshooting and resolving analytical equipment issues.
Maintain all databases and filing systems, ensuring timely and accurate report submissions.
Ensure compliance with RIM and GI standards within the lab and among direct reports.
Must be able to carry loads up to 50 pounds, navigate stairs and ladders, and operate valves.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in applied science
Minimum 3 years’ industrial experience in environmental compliance, regulatory testing, or quality assurance
Experience in production, QA testing, and failure analysis environments
What Will Put You Ahead
Green Belt certified — Lean Six Sigma methodology
Excellent interpersonal and team leadership skills
Strong knowledge of environmental regulatory requirements
State Certified Wastewater Laboratory license, or equivalent certifications
Experience with pulp and paper quality testing and procedures
Drinking Water Operator or Wastewater Operator certifications from the State of Georgia, or willingness to obtain promptly
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 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. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance. Eligibility varies by region.
Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. See the policy for details.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology | Industries: Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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Your Job Georgia-Pacific is seeking a motivated and experienced Laboratory Supervisor to lead our team of Laboratory Technicians at our Brunswick cellulose mill. This role combines hands-on laboratory testing with supervisory responsibilities, ensuring environmental and process lab tests are conducted accurately, safely, and on schedule.
What You Will Do
Supervise and mentor laboratory technicians, providing training, guidance, and performance feedback to develop a high-performing team.
Lead and manage Environmental Compliance and ISO 9000 compliance laboratory and associated systems.
Prepare and distribute environmental test results and analysis to site leadership.
Execute Leader Standard Work, including: approving timesheets, scheduling weekend coverage, verifying analytical accuracy, validating technician data, validating training records, conducting daily team meetings, assigning responsibilities, preparing samples for external analysis, maintaining inventory and ordering lab supplies, managing lab cleanliness and housekeeping, and obtaining approvals for new chemicals.
Coordinate with external labs to verify compliance with regulatory standards.
Collaborate with Regional Wastewater Engineers, Operations Engineers, and external service providers to maintain wastewater compliance.
Oversee laboratory equipment, ensuring all calibrations are current and supporting mill operations by troubleshooting and resolving analytical equipment issues.
Maintain all databases and filing systems, ensuring timely and accurate report submissions.
Ensure compliance with RIM and GI standards within the lab and among direct reports.
Must be able to carry loads up to 50 pounds, navigate stairs and ladders, and operate valves.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in applied science
Minimum 3 years’ industrial experience in environmental compliance, regulatory testing, or quality assurance
Experience in production, QA testing, and failure analysis environments
What Will Put You Ahead
Green Belt certified — Lean Six Sigma methodology
Excellent interpersonal and team leadership skills
Strong knowledge of environmental regulatory requirements
State Certified Wastewater Laboratory license, or equivalent certifications
Experience with pulp and paper quality testing and procedures
Drinking Water Operator or Wastewater Operator certifications from the State of Georgia, or willingness to obtain promptly
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 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. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance. Eligibility varies by region.
Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. See the policy for details.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology | Industries: Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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