Assistant Supervisor

Enviva; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Enviva in Greenwood, SC is seeking an Assistant Shift Supervisor to support the shift supervisor, help the team meet production goals, and back up the team leader during operations at the pellet mill.

You will work with all team members, train new hires, ensure adherence to 5S and safety standards, manage daily housekeeping, and escalate issues promptly to enable smooth production and quality control.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude and ability to work with basic measurements.
• Ability to develop and maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Follows written and verbal job descriptions and procedures precisely.
• Proficient in mathematics and measurements required for production operations.

Responsibilities

• Work with all team members in day-to-day operations.
• Fill in areas when personnel are absent if staffing is not available.
• Train new hires when needed.
• Back up team leader on all fronts of Pellet Mill/ Hammermill operation.
• Follow up on daily shift testing to ensure within spec and communicate when out of spec.
• Own the 5S procedure and apply it across the shift.
• Multitask by balancing multiple items throughout the process.
• Coordinate housekeeping daily/weekly for shift swaps and participate in safety audits.
• Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Record keeping

Follow written/verbal instructions

Mathematics & measurements

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world’s largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.

The Assistant Shift Supervisor provides support to the shift supervisor, ensures the team meets shift production goals, back up team leader.

Responsibilities

• Work with all team members in each area in day-to-day operations.
• Fill in areas when personnel are absent if staffing is not available.
• Train new hires when needed.
• Back up team leader on all fronts of Pellet Mill/ Hammermill operation.
• Follow up on daily shift testing to make sure within spec and if not communicate to the team leader.
• Should own the 5s procedure with all that applies.
• Must be able to multitask by balancing multiple items throughout the process.
• Perform/coordinate housekeeping daily/weekly for shift swaps to maintain to required standard, also walk with Safety manager during housekeeping audit monthly.
• Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a mechanical aptitude
• Ability to develop and maintain accurate records
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions
• Proficient in mathematics and measurements

Preferred Qualifications - What Sets You Apart

• Experience in a pellet manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to develop and maintain accurate records
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions
• High School degree or equivalent

Working conditions

• Must be available to work any shift/any day required; overtime is frequent
• Must be able to work in environments that reach temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
• Able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment.
• Able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.

Physical requirements

• Climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces on an occasional basis up to 100 ft
• Must be able to push, pull and lift items up to 50 lbs
• Able to frequently walk or stand in addition to the capability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift items above shoulders on an occasional basis
• Must use required/provided PPE (i.e. safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe boots & hearing protection)

This position is not eligible for visa support.

EEO Statement

Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.