Plant Shift Leader: Safety, Productivity & Quality

Enviva; Epes (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Enviva is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead the plant shift, assign tasks, monitor productivity, and uphold safety and quality standards. You will address issues on the production floor, ensure equipment is operated safely, and provide regular production progress reports.

The role requires at least 2 years of industrial/manufacturing experience, strong computer basics, and excellent communication and analytical skills. A safety‑minded, team‑oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years industrial/manufacturing experience/wood products background.
• Proficient in basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Must be a team player/previous management a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent education; Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the plant delivering key performance indicators (safety, quality, production and cost).
• Maintain documentation on employee performance and accountability to drive performance.
• Ensure a safe working environment is established and maintained.
• Provide direction to team regarding duties and goals.
• Ensure paperwork & status reporting are completed timely and accurately
• Ensure daily and consistent communications and shift meetings.
• Perform work assigned by Production Manager to ensure successful operation.
• Maintain documentation on employee performance and accountability to drive performance.

Skills

Industrial experience

Computer basics

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Enviva is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead the plant shift, assign tasks, monitor productivity, and uphold safety and quality standards. You will address issues on the production floor, ensure equipment is operated safely, and provide regular production progress reports.

The role requires at least 2 years of industrial/manufacturing experience, strong computer basics, and excellent communication and analytical skills. A safety‑minded, team‑oriented approach is essential.