Shift Supervisor

Enviva; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Enviva is looking for a Shift Supervisor in Virginia Beach to lead and manage shift operations efficiently. This role requires overseeing day-to-day plant operations, ensuring safety and productivity, and maintaining high-quality output while addressing issues on the production floor.

Qualified candidates must have at least 2 years of industrial experience, possess strong communication skills, and be self-motivated. Preferred candidates will have an associate or bachelor’s degree. This position does not provide visa support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years industrial/manufacturing experience or wood products background.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the plant.
• Ensure a safe working environment is established and maintained.
• Provide direction to the team regarding duties and goals.

Skills

Industrial/manufacturing experience

Computer proficiency

Self-motivated

Analytical skills

Team player

Management experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or Bachelor's degree

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 Shift Supervisor is responsible for leading and managing the shift to ensure efficient and safe operations. This role involves assigning tasks, monitoring productivity, and maintaining high-quality output. The supervisor also addresses any issues on the production floor, ensures equipment is safely used and well‑maintained and provides regular reports on production progress.

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.
• Enforce good housekeeping standards.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years industrial/manufacturing experience/wood products background.
• Must be proficient in basic computer knowledge.
• Must be 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.

Preferred Qualifications - What Will Set You Apart

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Associate degree or Bachelor's degree preferred.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees
• Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and overnight to address unexpected site issues.
• 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
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and 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.