Maintenance Manager (m/w/d)

Job Description

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world's largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Plant Manager, this individual will lead a team of technicians to safely manage all maintenance operations for the site. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement maintenance methods and procedures to reduce downtime, minimize operating costs, and optimize use of technicians, materials, and assets.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to meet production targets and quality objectives.
• Provide technical expertise to reduce machine breakdowns, prevent recurrence, and increase Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).
• Coordinate training for maintenance staff, operators, and team leaders.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) pillars to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead efforts in 5S, Visual Factory, and spare parts management.
• Drive improvements during equipment changes, including root cause analysis and hazard identification.
• Maintain a maintenance master plan aligned with business goals.
• Coordinate support services such as machining, welding, and electrical work.
• Ensure compliance with safety, housekeeping, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Work in outdoor and industrial environments with potential exposure to heat and dust.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in Engineering or related field) with 7+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing maintenance teams and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of TPM, preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, and condition-based maintenance.
• Strong leadership experience in coaching and developing teams.
• Experience using data and monitoring systems to improve reliability.
• Ability to set and drive business performance targets.
• Familiarity with shop floor systems (PC, PLC, robotics preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work outdoors and in extreme temperatures (above 100°F or below 32°F).
• Comfortable in hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environments.
• Must follow all safety rules and wear required protective equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, walk, climb, stoop, stand, push, and pull for up to 12 hours.
• Ability to work around moving machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must meet all applicable physical and safety standards (ADA, FMLA, etc.).

This position is not eligible for visa support.

EEO Statement

Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.