Control Room Operator

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future.

• Operate plant functions from the control room.
• Manage chip feed system, fuel feed system, furnace, dryer system, primary and secondary sizing and pellet presses.
• Act as overall contact for plant operations.
• Monitoring:
  Checking indicator screens and signal lights, and monitoring production rates and system statuses. Monitor spark detection equipment. Manage and monitor various levels and feed rated to ensure continuous plant operation.
• Adjusting:
  Translating signals into production realities and adjusting production line processes. Operate computers, monitors and corrects operational values.
• Maintaining:
  Maintaining working schedules, equipment temperature, and safety standards
• Resolving issues:
  Assess and adjust accordingly to criticality of potential malfunctions and equipment failures, and using technical skills to resolve problems
• Communicating:
  Communicating with team members and responding to calls for assistance. Multi-task with equipment alarms and radio commands/communication.
• Strong aptitude in math; ability to use addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to perform flow, pressure, performance and meter calculations
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Knowledge of generating unit operation, engineering, or maintenance practices

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and written procedures.
• Be able to use basic hand tools.
• Must possess basic computer & math skills.
• Able to learn how to operate HMI touch screens.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in wood products, furnace/dryer operations, or similar manufacturing environment
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Prior experience working in a Control Room
• Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
• Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery
• Willing and able to pull and lift, up to 50 lbs.
• Be comfortable climbing ladders, conveyors, working at heights and on steel grating.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• This position is not eligible for visa support.