Plant Operations Trainee - Hands-On Bioenergy Training

Enviva; Cottondale (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Enviva is seeking a trainee for plant operations in Florida, with hands-on training across rail load out, quality checks, and pellet mill and hammer mill operation. The role emphasizes safety, proper paperwork, and equipment handling while preparing you for a future role within the plant.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication, and willingness to work rotating shifts in an outdoor industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willing to work different shifts with proper notice.

Responsibilities

• Follow all workplace and job safety procedures.
• Rail load out: ensure cars are ready for loading and enter weights in the computer.
• Quality: sample and test raw, in-process materials, finished goods and record results.
• Pellet Mill/Hammer Mill: check machines, adjust as needed and clean for maintenance.
• Properly complete paperwork.
• Operate forklifts or Bobcat to assist where needed.
• Communicate with Operations team and escalate issues as necessary.
• Keep area clean and orderly to meet housekeeping standards.
• Serve as back-up resources and fill in for associates on PTO or leave.

Skills

Communication

Priority management

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Enviva is seeking a trainee for plant operations in Florida, with hands-on training across rail load out, quality checks, and pellet mill and hammer mill operation. The role emphasizes safety, proper paperwork, and equipment handling while preparing you for a future role within the plant.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication, and willingness to work rotating shifts in an outdoor industrial setting.