Receiving Operator - Lead position

Enviva; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Enviva is seeking a Receiving Operator to join the Wilmington, NC team. You will oversee pellet receipt, data recording for accurate billing, and quality checks while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

You will perform QA sampling, operate light equipment, and help train teammates. Strong math skills and proficiency with Windows, Excel, Word and Outlook are required.

Join a fast-growing renewables leader focused on safe, reliable operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Proficiency with Windows and MS Office tools.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Receive pellets at the port and record data for accurate billing.
• Maintain QA/QC records and follow quality SOPs.
• Operate and assist with scale program and light equipment as needed.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Assist in training team members on receiving procedures and certifications.

Skills

Mathematical proficiency

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Microsoft Office proficiency

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

Outlook

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.

Essential Job Functions: In addition to receiving operator duties, this position will assign distribute and monitor work of receiving operators. This position will also verify procedures, and paperwork is completed properly, and the area is properly maintained and cleaned.

Lead responsibilities

• Coordinate work assignment with team to include scheduling breaks/lunches
• Verify completion and accuracy of all paperwork, housekeeping audit
• Communicate with shift supervisor and operations supervisor as necessary
• Assist in training of employees in quality, rail/truck receiving, and other tasks to ensure employees keep up with training and certifications
• Complete Leader Standard Work; Communicate in shift changeover meeting on safety, quality, production of receiving
• Skilled operational knowledge of scale program, assist with vessel loading as needed

Receiving

• Receive pellets into the port, record data to ensure accurate billing
• Communicate in a professional, courteous manner with our suppliers and employees
• Ensure safety of scale area and that loads meet safety criteria, Keep scale and ramps clean and free of debris

Quality

• 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 quality results, Skilled in use of Windows, Excel, Word and Outlook
• Keep area generally neat and orderly
• Operate mobile equipment such as skid steer and telehandler to move dust collection bags
• Keep area clean of accumulated dust, Follow all workplace and job safety procedures

General

• Complete safety certification as required for the position. Communicate operational information as required
• Enter maintenance work requests as applicable, Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution
• Perform other duties as required and serve as a back-up resource as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to work multiple shift schedules and rotating shifts as required
• High school diploma or able to complete GED requirements with six months of hire
• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude, Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions
• Proficient in mathematics and measurement, Team player demonstrated with past work experience or activities

Preferred Qualifications

• One-year experience in receiving Mastery of all duties in receiving
• Verified troubleshooting skills Understanding of chain of command

This position is not eligible for visa support.

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