Chip Mill Operator

Enviva; Epes (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Enviva is seeking a Chip Mill Operator in Alabama to oversee continuous operation of the chip mill, focusing on safety, equipment setup, monitoring, and cleaning. The position requires an internal certification or high school diploma, strong math skills, and the ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities include operating all mill equipment, performing maintenance, recording paperwork, and escalating issues for timely resolution in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Must have internal company certification and ability to operate mill equipment.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong math and measurement skills.
• Willingness to work with little supervision and in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate all assigned equipment in the chipping process, including knuckle boom, front end loaders, grapple loaders and bulldozers.
• Troubleshooting and operation of woodyard equipment (deblocker, chipper, bark hog, conveyors).
• Operate computers and HMI screens to monitor and correct operational values.
• Perform daily checks and preventive maintenance on woodyard equipment.
• Inspect and maintain equipment to keep it in good working order.
• Maintain, replace, and repair chipper parts as needed (clamps, wear segments, knives).
• Maintain required paperwork.
• Coordinate housekeeping to meet company standards.
• Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution.

Skills

Quick learner

Instruction following

Mathematics & measurement

Operate heavy equipment

Self supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Internal company certification

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 Chip Mill Operator is responsible for all aspects of continuous operation of the chip mill, including safety, equipment operation, monitoring, machine set up and cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate all assigned equipment in the chipping process include knuckle boom, front end loaders, grapple loaders and bull dozers.
• Troubleshooting and operation of all woodyard equipment i.e. debarker, chipper, bark hog, all chains, and conveyance systems
• Operate computers and HMI screens to monitor and correct operational values as needed to ensure smooth and consistent operation of the chip mill process.
• Maintain woodyard equipment and machinery by performing daily checks and preventive maintenance
• Responsible for daily inspections and the performance of basic maintenance to keep equipment in clean, good working order.
• Maintain, replace, and repair, all parts of the chipper as needed (clamps, holders, wear segments, knives chipper knives
• Maintenance of the required paperwork.
• Operate computers, monitor and correct operational values
• Perform/coordinate housekeeping to meet and upload the company standard
• Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution

Qualifications

• Internal company certification required.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions.
• Proficient in mathematics and measurement.
• A quick learner, ability to work with little to no supervision.

Preferred Qualifications - What Sets You Apart

• Knowledgeable and experienced with heavy equipment operation in a similar industry
• High school diploma or GED.

Working conditions

• Climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces up to 50 feet on an occasional basis during each shift.
• Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees; work in all types of weather conditions.
• Occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include, wearing safety equipment.

Physical requirements

• Willing and able to operate heavy material moving equipment requiring extended periods of sitting, as well as regularly perform tasks such as occasionally pushing and/or pulling and lifting up to 50 pounds, walking, climbing, stooping, and standing.
• Ability to operate levers with both hands while seated for long periods.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb and lift items above shoulders occasionally.
• Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards

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.