Lead Receiving Operator

Enviva•Chesapeake, VA

About The Position

Enviva is a global energy company specializing in sustainable wood bioenergy solutions and producing wood pellets as a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels. The Lead Receiving Operator performs receiving operator duties while assigning, distributing, and monitoring the work of receiving operators. The role verifies that procedures and paperwork are completed correctly and that the work area is maintained and clean. The position receives pellets at the port, records data for accurate billing, communicates with suppliers and employees, and helps ensure truck loads and the scale area meet safety requirements. It collects and tests samples of finished goods delivered by truck or rail, maintains quality records, follows quality procedures, and reviews equipment performance and quality results. The operator also performs housekeeping and may use mobile equipment to move dust-collection bags. The lead coordinates work assignments and breaks, audits housekeeping, verifies paperwork, supports employee training and certifications, completes Leader Standard Work, and communicates safety, quality, and production information during shift changeovers. The role requires operational knowledge of the scale program and PLC, and may assist with vessel loading. Other duties include completing required safety certification, communicating operational information, submitting maintenance work requests, escalating issues, and serving as a backup resource. The stated salary range is $25.29–$37.93 USD. Additional compensation may include a performance bonus, equity, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. Benefits listed include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; education reimbursement; 401(k); HSA employer contributions; paid time off; 12 paid holidays; and parental leave. The 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.
Skilled operational knowledge of the scale program and PLC.
Skilled use of Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assign, distribute, and monitor receiving operators’ work.
Coordinate work assignments, including scheduling breaks and lunches.
Verify the completion and accuracy of paperwork and procedures.
Conduct housekeeping audits and ensure the area is properly maintained and cleaned.
Communicate with the shift supervisor and operations supervisor as necessary.
Assist with employee training in quality, truck receiving, and other tasks, and help ensure training and certifications remain current.
Complete Leader Standard Work.
Communicate safety, quality, and truck-receiving production information during shift-change meetings.
Use 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 or rail.
Maintain QA/QC records and follow Quality Standard Operating Procedures.
Analyze equipment performance and quality results.
Keep the work area neat and orderly, clean accumulated dust, and operate mobile equipment such as a skid steer or telehandler to move dust-collection bags.
Follow workplace and job safety procedures and complete required safety certification.
Communicate operational information, enter maintenance work requests as applicable, and promptly escalate issues for resolution.
Perform other duties as required and serve as a backup resource.