Enviva
Area Manager, Woodyard
Epes, AL
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 8 days ago
ExcelProcess ImprovementLeadershipCommunicationCritical ThinkingMicrosoft OfficeRenewable EnergyLean Manufacturing
About the role
- The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future.
- Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Area Manager foresees anything that hinders his/her area from performing at the highest level.
- EEO Statement Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as necessary.
- Using critical thinking skills, the Area Manager will identify and implement improvements within his/her area to increase production and reduce costs.
- The manager will ensure that all employees under his/her direct supervision receive the knowledge and training necessary to perform their duties at the highest level and in the safest possible manner.
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience required.
- Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical motors, pumps, fans, blowers, and conveyors required.
- Ability to perform root cause analysis (RCA) required.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and process improvement techniques and principles required.
- Excellent communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other job-related applications required.
Nice to have
- What Will Set Them Apart
- Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100°F and below 32°F.
- 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, including wearing required safety equipment.
- Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery.
- Willing and able to pull and lift up to 50 pounds.
- 5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment required.
- Wood industry experience preferred.
Benefits
- We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions.
- The Area Manager maintains a stock of spare parts and tools, anticipating what is needed if something goes wrong and ensuring critical items are available to support production.
Company info
- We are the world's largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.
Equal opportunity
- Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment.
Visa & Work Authorization
- This position is not eligible for visa support.
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