Lead Receiving Operator

Enviva•Chesapeake, VA
•$25 - $38

About The Position

The Lead Receiving Operator performs receiving operator duties and assigns, distributes, and monitors the work of receiving operators. The role verifies that procedures and paperwork are completed properly and that the work area is maintained and clean. It receives pellets at the port, records data for accurate billing, supports quality testing and records, and helps maintain safe, orderly operations. The position may assist with vessel loading and serve as a backup resource as needed.

Requirements

  • High school diploma, or ability to complete GED requirements within six months of hire.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions.
  • Proficiency in mathematics and measurement.
  • Team-player qualities demonstrated through past work experience or activities.
  • Ability to work multiple shift schedules and rotating shifts as required.

Nice To Haves

  • One year of experience in receiving.
  • Mastery of all duties in receiving.
  • Verified troubleshooting skills.
  • Understanding of the chain of command.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate work assignments with the team, including scheduling breaks and lunches.
  • Verify the completion and accuracy of paperwork.
  • Conduct housekeeping audits and keep the area neat, orderly, and free of accumulated dust and debris.
  • Communicate with the shift supervisor and operations supervisor as necessary.
  • Assist with employee training in quality, truck receiving, and other tasks to maintain training and certifications.
  • Complete Leader Standard Work.
  • Communicate safety, quality, and truck-receiving production information during shift changeover meetings.
  • Use operational knowledge of the scale program and PLC.
  • Assist with vessel loading as needed.
  • Receive pellets into the port and record data to ensure accurate billing.
  • Communicate professionally and courteously with suppliers and employees.
  • Ensure the scale area is safe and loads meet safety criteria; keep scales and ramps clean and free of debris.
  • Collect samples and test finished goods delivered by truck and/or rail.
  • Maintain QA/QC records and follow Quality Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Analyze equipment performance and quality results.
  • Operate mobile equipment, such as a skid steer and telehandler, to move dust collection bags.
  • Follow workplace and job safety procedures and complete required safety certification.
  • Communicate operational information as required.
  • Enter maintenance work requests as applicable.
  • Promptly escalate issues for proper resolution.
  • Perform other duties as required and serve as a backup resource as needed.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • Education reimbursement.
  • 401(k).
  • HSA employer contributions.
  • Paid time off.
  • 12 paid holidays.
  • Parental leave.
  • Performance bonus.
  • Equity.
  • Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
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