Company: Georgia-Pacific
Industry: Pulp and paper
Description: Georgia-Pacific, founded in 1927 by Owen Robertson Cheatham, is a leading manufacturer of tissue, pulp, paper, packaging, building products, and chemicals. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company operates over 180 facilities across North America, South America, and Europe, delivering iconic brands like Angel Soft, Brawny, Quilted Northern, Sparkle, and Dixie to consumers worldwide. Acquired by Koch Industries in 2005 for $21 billion, Georgia-Pacific emphasizes sustainability through innovations like recycled material trading, EPA-recognized SmartWay transport efficiency, and environmental remediation projects, including Kalamazoo River cleanup.
With more than 35,000 employees, Georgia-Pacific cultivates a supportive culture, exemplified by its Foundation Scholarship Program awarding nearly $10.5 million to employees’ children since 1988. Recent growth includes the 2025 acquisition of Anchor Packaging and 2014’s SPG Holdings, signaling robust expansion and job stability.
Job seekers can explore diverse roles in manufacturing (mill operations, production), engineering (process optimization, sustainability), supply chain and logistics, sales and marketing (brand management), research & development (product innovation), and corporate functions like finance and HR. Benefits include professional development and a commitment to work-life balance. (according to Wikipedia and the company).
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