Receiving Operator - bulk materials

Enviva•Chesapeake, VA

About The Position

The Receiving Operator receives pellets at the port facility, performs quality testing, and carries out housekeeping duties to keep the area clean and maintained. The role involves recording receiving data, checking loads for safety, collecting and testing product samples, maintaining quality records, and using mobile equipment to move dust collection bags. The operator follows workplace and job safety procedures, communicates operational information, escalates issues, and enters maintenance requests as needed. At the Port of Wilmington, the operator may operate a shuttle wagon as directed.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Skill in using Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Receive pellets into the port and record data to ensure accurate billing.
Ensure the scale area is safe and that loads meet safety criteria.
Keep the scale and ramps clean and free of debris.
Communicate professionally and courteously with suppliers.
At the Port of Wilmington, operate the shuttle wagon as directed.
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 produce quality results.
Keep the work area neat and orderly and clean accumulated dust.
Operate mobile equipment such as a Bobcat and Lull 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 and promptly escalate issues for resolution.
Perform other duties as required and serve as a backup resource as needed.