Lead Receiving Operator

Enviva•Pascagoula, MS

About The Position

The Lead Receiving Operator performs receiving operator duties and assigns, distributes, and monitors work among receiving operators. The role verifies that procedures and paperwork are completed properly and that the work area is maintained and clean. It coordinates work assignments and breaks, audits housekeeping, communicates with supervisors and during shift changeover, and assists with employee training and certifications. The position also completes Leader Standard Work and requires skilled operational knowledge of the scale program and PLC, with assistance in vessel loading as needed. The role receives pellets at the port, records data for accurate billing, communicates professionally with suppliers and employees, and ensures truck loads and the scale area meet safety criteria. It collects and tests samples of goods delivered by truck and/or rail, maintains QA/QC records, follows Quality Standard Operating Procedures, and analyzes equipment performance and quality results. Housekeeping duties include operating a skid steer and telehandler to move dust collection bags and keeping the area free of accumulated dust. The operator follows safety procedures, completes required safety certification, communicates operational information, enters maintenance work requests, escalates issues, and performs other duties as required. Work takes place outdoors and in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment, including occasional temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees. The position requires adherence to safety rules and use of safety equipment. Physical tasks may include lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and pulling for up to 12 hours a day, working around moving equipment and machinery, and lifting or pulling up to 50 pounds. This position is not eligible for visa support.

Requirements

Ability to work multiple shift schedules and rotating shifts as required.
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 outdoors and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
Willingness and ability to work in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment.
Willingness and ability to adhere strictly to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment.
Ability to perform tasks including lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to 12 hours a day.
Willingness and ability to work around moving equipment and machinery.
Ability to pull and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and applicable federal, state, and local standards, including qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in receiving.
Mastery of all duties in receiving.
Verified troubleshooting skills.
Understanding of chain of command.
Skilled use of Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Assign, distribute, and monitor receiving operators’ work.
Coordinate work assignments with the team, including scheduling breaks and lunches.
Verify the completion and accuracy of paperwork.
Conduct housekeeping audits and ensure the area is maintained and clean.
Communicate with the shift supervisor and operations supervisor as necessary.
Assist with employee training in quality, truck receiving, and other tasks, including keeping training and certifications current.
Complete Leader Standard Work.
Communicate safety, quality, and production information for truck receiving during shift changeover meetings.
Use skilled operational knowledge of the scale program and PLC.
Assist with vessel loading as needed.
Receive pellets into the port and record data for accurate billing.
Communicate professionally and courteously with suppliers and employees.
Ensure the scale area is safe and loads meet safety criteria.
Keep the scale 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.
Keep the work area generally neat and orderly and clean accumulated dust.
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 and enter maintenance work requests as applicable.
Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution.
Perform other duties as required and serve as a back-up resource as needed.