Assistant Supervisor

Become an Assistant Supervisor with Enviva in Franklin, Virginia. Support daily operations, train new hires, and ensure safety standards in a dynamic wood bioenergy environment. Enjoy a purpose-driven workplace focused on renewable energy solutions. Join Enviva as an Assistant Supervisor in Franklin, Virginia, and contribute to our mission of a renewable energy future. In this role, you will support daily operations, train new hires, and back up the team leader in Pellet Mill operations. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and a commitment to safety and sustainability.

Enviva Franklin, Virginia, United States On-site Full Time UTC-04:00

Enviva

Company Overview

Name

Enviva Inc.

Headquarters

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

Founded

2004

Size

Approximately 1,200 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of over $1 billion in FY 2022 (source: wikipedia.org).

What They Do

Enviva specializes in biomass production, focusing on the manufacturing of wood pellets derived from sustainably managed forests in the U.S. Southeast. The company has transitioned from a startup to the world's largest producer of wood pellets, which serve as a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels, particularly coal in power generation (source: lesprom.com). Their wood pellets are produced by blending raw materials, primarily pine, which now constitutes 80% of their input, with limited hardwoods, creating dense and transportable pellets that are exported globally through a robust supply chain (source: envivabiomass.com). Enviva's products are marketed as renewable biogenic carbon sources, aimed at reducing carbon footprints in various industrial processes, including power generation and advanced biofuels (source: envivabiomass.com). Their target markets include utility-scale power plants and heavy industries, with significant contracts in the UK, EU, and Japan, having displaced over 19 million metric tons of coal since inception (source: envivabiomass.com).

Projects & Track Record

Enviva operates nine wood pellet plants across six Southeastern states, including facilities in North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi, with a combined production capacity of 6.2 million metric tons annually (source: wikipedia.org). The company has established a strong export network through five U.S. terminals, including locations in Chesapeake, Wilmington, Pascagoula, Savannah, and Mobile (source: envivabiomass.com). Recent expansions include plans for an 11th plant in Epes, Alabama, and a 12th near Bond, Mississippi, supported by a $570 million line of credit aimed at doubling output by 2027 (source: wikipedia.org). Enviva's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its SFI certification and partnerships with organizations focused on responsible biomass production (source: envivabiomass.com).

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Enviva has seen significant leadership changes, including the return of co-founder John Keppler as Executive Chairman in March 2023, following a $246 million PIPE financing to support operational recovery (source: envivabiomass.com). The company also released a white paper in 2023 discussing the evolution of bioenergy in heavy industries, highlighting its first U.S. SAF contract with Alder Fuels (source: envivabiomass.com). However, financial challenges culminated in a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on March 13, 2024, following ongoing losses attributed to high feedstock costs and operational inefficiencies (source: mongabay.com). Despite these challenges, Enviva continues to focus on its sustainability initiatives and partnerships to navigate its recovery (source: envivabiomass.com).

Working There

Enviva offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including manufacturing, operations, fiber procurement, sustainability, and business development (source: envivabiomass.com). The company emphasizes a culture of safety, integrity, and community support, with operations located in multiple states, including North Carolina, Virginia, and Mississippi (source: envivabiomass.com). Hiring occurs at various operational sites, and the company promotes values such as determination, respect, and ethical conduct in its workforce (source: envivabiomass.com). While specific benefits are not detailed, leadership emphasizes volunteerism and support for forest stewardship initiatives, contributing to economic opportunities in rural communities (source: envivabiomass.com).

Contact

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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.

Responsibilities

Work with all team members in each area in day-to-day operations.
Fill in areas when personnel are absent if staffing is not available.
Train new hires when needed.
Back up team leader on all fronts of Pellet Mill/ Hammermill operation.
Follow up on daily shift testing to make sure within spec and if not communicate to the team leader.
Should own the 5s procedure with all that applies.
Must be able to multitask by balancing multiple items throughout the process.
Perform/coordinate housekeeping daily/weekly for shift swaps to maintain to required standard, also walk with Safety manager during housekeeping audit monthly.
Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution

Qualifications

Must demonstrate a mechanical aptitude
Ability to develop and maintain accurate records
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions
Proficient in mathematics and measurements

Preferred Qualifications - What Sets You Apart

Experience in a pellet manufacturing environment preferred
Ability to develop and maintain accurate records
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions
High School degree or equivalent

Working conditions

Must be available to work any shift/any day required; overtime is frequent
Must be able to work in environments that reach temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
Able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment.
Able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.

Physical requirements

Climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces on an occasional basis up to 100 ft
Must be able to push, pull and lift items up to 50 lbs
Able to frequently walk or stand in addition to the capability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift items above shoulders on an occasional basis
Must use required/provided PPE (i.e. safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe boots & hearing protection)

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.