Assistant Supervisor

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.

Enviva is seeking an Assistant Supervisor to perform the following duties:

Role and Responsibilities

• Work with all team members in each area in day to day operations.
• Fill in areas when personnel call in due to illness or otherwise unable to come to work if staffing is not available. Job duties include knowledge of pellet mill, hammer mill, rail outload, quality, and control room runner positions.
• Train new hires when needed.
• Back up team leader on all fronts of PM/HM operation.
• Follow up on daily shift testing to make sure within spec and if not communicate to the team leader.
• Set up 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.
• Other jobs as directed

Work Experience Preferred

• Experience in a pellet manufacturing environment preferred
• 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

Education Preferred

• High School degree or equivalent

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work any shift/any day required; overtime is frequent
• Frequently work in outside conditions above 100 degrees or below 32 degrees
• Must be able to push, pull and lift items up to 49 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)
• Climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces on an occasional basis
• Must adhere to health and safety standards outlined by company

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.