Processing Lead

Enviva•Bowdon, GA

About The Position

The Processing Lead oversees the daily operations of the Processing Department within the fabrication shop, providing leadership and direction to material processors while also participating in production. The role ensures work is completed safely and efficiently, in accordance with production schedules and quality standards. The Processing Lead coordinates workflow, assigns daily tasks, operates CNC processing equipment, and maintains equipment readiness to support downstream fabrication operations. The position leads and develops processing personnel, coordinates production priorities with other departments, and communicates production status, equipment issues, and staffing needs to the Operations Manager. It involves setting up and operating CNC plasma cutting, routing, press brake, lathe, plate rolling, and angle rolling equipment; inspecting processed materials; supporting equipment maintenance; and promoting safety, quality, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement. The role is performed in an industrial manufacturing environment and may involve outdoor work and exposure to noise, dust, heat, cold, humidity, and moving machinery. Travel is unlikely but may occasionally be required to meet business needs. The position is not eligible for visa support.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of experience in structural steel, metal fabrication, or industrial manufacturing.
At least 2 years of experience operating CNC material processing equipment.
Demonstrated leadership experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
Experience operating CNC plasma cutting systems, CNC routers, plate rolling equipment, and angle rolling equipment.
Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and work orders.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.
Willingness and ability to work in outdoor environments and in hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial conditions, including occasional temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
Ability to safely work around noise, dust, heat, and moving machinery.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and work in various positions throughout the shift.
Ability and willingness to perform lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and pulling for up to 12 hours a day.
Ability to pull and lift up to 50 lbs.; heavier materials are moved with mechanical assistance.
Ability to wear required PPE, including a welding helmet, respirator when required, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, steel-toe footwear, and other required protective equipment.
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience with nesting software and CNC programming.
Experience with ERP or manufacturing production software.
Forklift certification.
Overhead crane operation experience.
Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the daily activities of material processing personnel.
Assign work based on production schedules, priorities, and available resources.
Monitor employee productivity and provide guidance to achieve production goals.
Train, mentor, and develop material processing personnel; promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Communicate production status, equipment issues, and manpower needs to the Operations Manager.
Schedule and prioritize processing activities to support fabrication and assembly operations.
Verify work orders, drawings, nesting files, and cut lists before processing.
Ensure processed materials meet dimensional and quality requirements.
Coordinate with the Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Engineering, and Logistics and Shop Coordinator to maintain production flow.
Minimize downtime and maximize equipment utilization.
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC plasma cutting tables; set up and operate CNC routing equipment.
Set up, program, and operate CNC press brakes; select tooling, calculate bend sequences, verify dimensions, and perform first-piece inspections.
Set up and operate lathes to machine components, shafts, bushings, and other fabricated parts to specified tolerances; select cutting tools, work-holding methods, feeds, and speeds, and perform dimensional inspections.
Operate plate rolling and angle rolling equipment to produce formed components and fabricated metal products to specifications.
Perform routine machine adjustments and changeovers, and verify machine calibration and production accuracy.
Assist with preventative maintenance and coordinate repairs as necessary.
Inspect processed materials against engineering drawings and customer specifications, including dimensions, hole locations, bevels, edge quality, and formed components.
Identify and correct production issues before materials move to fabrication; maintain material traceability and documentation.
Work with Quality Control personnel to resolve nonconforming products.
Maintain a safe work environment, ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies, conduct pre-operation inspections, ensure use of required PPE, and promptly report hazards, incidents, and equipment deficiencies.
Maintain clean, organized work areas using 5S principles.
Recommend improvements to processing methods, equipment utilization, and workflow; help reduce scrap, rework, and material waste; support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in production planning meetings as required.