Scale House Operator

Enviva is seeking a Scale House Operator in Franklin, VA, to serve as the first point of contact for customers. Responsibilities include inspecting loads, weighing trucks, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining the scale area. Candidates should have basic computer skills, a high school diploma or GED, and preferably some experience in the wood industry. The role requires working outdoors in various temperatures and adhering to strict safety regulations.
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 Scale House Attendant/Operator is the first point of contact for customers at our facility. Daily responsibilities include performing initial inspection of loads, collecting, reviewing, and processing the appropriate paperwork. The Scale House attendant/operator also ensures the safety of all customers/visitors, and other employees through observation of company safety rules and regulations.


Responsibilities



Receive logs, chips or other material into the plant.
Inspect loads to ensure quality criteria is met.
Weigh incoming trucks, issue a ticket for receipt into the plant and re-weigh truck upon exit of the plant to ensure accurate billing.
Ensure safety of scale area and that loads are not brought in that do not meet safety criteria.
Keep scale and ramps clean and free of debris.
As first point of contact, communicate in a professional, courteous manner with our suppliers.
Assist drivers with the scaling system and safety protocol to ensure accurate information and driver safety.
Other jobs as directed.

Qualifications



Basic computer knowledge and ability to use a touch-screen computer.

Preferred Qualifications - What Will Set You Apart



High School Diploma or GED
Experience in the wood industry
At least 1 year of manufacturing/industrial experience
Prior industrial safety knowledge, OSHA training, etc.
Willingness to cross train
Willingness to work overtime to fill in for other scale house operators
Ability to identify logs, hardwood chips, softwood chips and other wood products

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



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
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.


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