Quality Supervisor
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 Quality Supervisor is responsible for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of ongoing quality by monitoring all operations at the plant that impact the customer specifications. Expectations include maintaining the quality metrics and electronic quality log. Performing special-project tests to either investigate the source of quality problems or study potential quality improvements impacting local, regional, and corporate operations. The supervisor will accomplish this by identifying opportunities to coordinate, standardize, and centralize processes and tasks critical to the implementation and execution of maintain client specifications.
Responsibilities
- Lab Management
- Quality Control
- Quality Assurance
- Special Projects
- Leadership
Qualifications
At least 4 years' experience in Quality, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity or equivalent educationGood written and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePointAbility to manage multiple tasks / projects at the same time and be able to respond quickly to changing prioritiesDesire to learn quickly and be challenged to take on higher levels of responsibilityHigh degree of professionalism and integrity, holding self and other accountableAbility to lead hourly team members and flexibility to work odd hours when required to support plantPreferred Qualifications - What Will Set You Apart
Prior experience working in a Wood Products or other process-based manufacturing companyProficiency with database, project management, and replanting processesKnowledge of basic statistical analysis methodologies (i.e. hypothesis testing, regression, etc.)BA / BS degree preferred or equivalent work experienceTravel Requirements
This position may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis for training or other work-related assignmentsWorking Conditions
Must be able to work in environments that reach temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.Able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment.Able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.Majority of time spent in lab setting, with time in field to collect samples and troubleshoot results.Physical Requirements
Climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces on an occasional basis up to 100 ftMust be able to push, pull and lift items up to 50 lbs.Able to frequently walk or stand in addition to the capability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift items above shoulders on an occasional basis.Must use required / provided PPE (i.e. safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe boots & hearing protection).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.