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Logistics & Shop Coordinator

Bowdon, GA

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 Logistics & Shop Lead is responsible for oversight, managing staff assignments and coordination of material flow, manages shop logistics, oversight of quality and the management of production support activities within the metal fabrication facility. This position ensures that fabrication work is properly assigned to qualified associates and scheduled within the shop to support priorities while maintaining efficient movement of materials throughout the manufacturing process.

In addition to logistics and shop oversight, coordination responsibilities, this position oversees Material Handling, is a Certified Mobile Crane Operator, and is a qualified Rigger. The Logistics & Shop Lead is also responsible for providing back up as the Laser Safety Officer (LSO) in maintaining compliance with Class 4 laser safety requirements and company safety procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Support daily production objectives.
  • Coordinate and assign fabrication jobs to shop personnel based on production priorities, workload, and available resources.
  • Monitor workflow to ensure fabrication projects progress according to schedule.
  • Communicate daily production priorities and changes to fabrication personnel.
  • Read and understand Fabrication Shop Drawings (Blueprints).
  • Operate AutoCAD program or equivalent to check dimensions on drawings.
  • View and maneuver through 3D models (ex: Navis works)
  • Quality inspections on workmanship. Inspect items for correctness and squareness.
  • Perform Quality inspection on welds during pre-weld, in-process and post-weld stages. Check joint fit-up and joint preparation. During the post weld inspection, perform visual inspection for cracks, undercut, porosity, overlap and uniform bead appearance.
  • Coordinate with the Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Project Managers, Engineering, Purchasing, and Quality departments to resolve scheduling and production issues.
  • Track job status and identify production bottlenecks or material shortages.
  • Assist in maintaining efficient shop operations and maximizing productivity
  • Coordinate the receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
  • Schedule and prioritize material movement to support fabrication operations.
  • Monitor inventory levels and communicate material shortages or discrepancies.
  • Maintain accurate inventory and material movement records using company inventory systems.
  • Load, unload, transport, and stage materials throughout the fabrication facility using approved material handling equipment.
  • Safely move structural steel, plate, fabricated components, and finished assemblies.
  • Maintain organized storage areas and proper material identification.
  • Assist with receiving, packaging, and shipping operations as required.
  • Operate mobile cranes safely and efficiently to move materials, equipment, and fabricated assemblies.
  • Perform required pre-operational inspections and equipment checklists.
  • Follow approved lift plans and company lifting procedures.
  • Creates lift plans and rigging procedures.
  • Report equipment deficiencies, coordinate and perform maintenance when necessary.
  • Ensure crane operations comply with OSHA regulations and company safety requirements.
  • Provides as the backup for the Laser Safety Officer (LSO) in maintaining compliance with Class 4 laser safety requirements.
  • Help monitor laser-controlled areas and ensure required safety procedures are followed.
  • Verify the proper use of laser safety eyewear and personal protective equipment.
  • Assist with laser safety inspections, documentation, and employee training.
  • Support investigations of laser safety incidents and corrective actions as directed by the LSO.
  • Promote a safe working environment and lead by example.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and established safety procedures.
  • Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Report hazards, near hits, and incidents promptly.

  • Responsibilities

    • Support daily production objectives.
    • Coordinate and assign fabrication jobs to shop personnel based on production priorities, workload, and available resources.
    • Monitor workflow to ensure fabrication projects progress according to schedule.
    • Communicate daily production priorities and changes to fabrication personnel.
    • Read and understand Fabrication Shop Drawings (Blueprints).
    • Operate AutoCAD program or equivalent to check dimensions on drawings.
    • View and maneuver through 3D models (ex: Navis works)
    • Quality inspections on workmanship. Inspect items for correctness and squareness.
    • Perform Quality inspection on welds during pre-weld, in-process and post-weld stages. Check joint fit-up and joint preparation. During the post weld inspection, perform visual inspection for cracks, undercut, porosity, overlap and uniform bead appearance.
    • Coordinate with the Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Project Managers, Engineering, Purchasing, and Quality departments to resolve scheduling and production issues.
    • Track job status and identify production bottlenecks or material shortages.
    • Assist in maintaining efficient shop operations and maximizing productivity
    • Coordinate the receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
    • Schedule and prioritize material movement to support fabrication operations.
    • Monitor inventory levels and communicate material shortages or discrepancies.
    • Maintain accurate inventory and material movement records using company inventory systems.
    • Load, unload, transport, and stage materials throughout the fabrication facility using approved material handling equipment.
    • Safely move structural steel, plate, fabricated components, and finished assemblies.
    • Maintain organized storage areas and proper material identification.
    • Assist with receiving, packaging, and shipping operations as required.
    • Operate mobile cranes safely and efficiently to move materials, equipment, and fabricated assemblies.
    • Perform required pre-operational inspections and equipment checklists.
    • Follow approved lift plans and company lifting procedures.
    • Creates lift plans and rigging procedures.
    • Report equipment deficiencies, coordinate and perform maintenance when necessary.
    • Ensure crane operations comply with OSHA regulations and company safety requirements.
    • Provides as the backup for the Laser Safety Officer (LSO) in maintaining compliance with Class 4 laser safety requirements.
    • Help monitor laser-controlled areas and ensure required safety procedures are followed.
    • Verify the proper use of laser safety eyewear and personal protective equipment.
    • Assist with laser safety inspections, documentation, and employee training.
    • Support investigations of laser safety incidents and corrective actions as directed by the LSO.
    • Promote a safe working environment and lead by example.
    • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and established safety procedures.
    • Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Report hazards, near hits, and incidents promptly.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Must be, or able to obtain the certifications of Fitter and Welder
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
  • Experience coordinating shop workflow, logistics, or production operations.
  • Current Mobile Crane Operator certification.
  • Current Qualified Rigger certification.
  • Experience operating forklifts and industrial material handling equipment.
  • Experience in staging and loading structural steel, offset center of gravity loads and large fabricated structures.
  • Working knowledge of OSHA regulations related to crane operation, rigging, and material handling.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read fabrication drawings, operate AutoCAD, use 3D modeling software, work orders, and production schedules.
  • Experience using ERP, inventory management, or production scheduling software preferred.
  • Ability to earn LSO certification
  • Ability to read fabrication drawings, operate AutoCAD, use 3D modeling software, work orders, and production schedules.
  • Experience using ERP, inventory management, or production scheduling software 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. 
    • Work safely in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, and moving machinery.

     

    Physical Requirements

    • Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and work in various positions throughout the shift.
    • 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. heavier materials moved with mechanical assistance.
    • Ability to wear required PPE, including welding helmet, respirator when required, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, steel-toe footwear and other required protective equipment including laser safety eyewear when required.
    • Bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work around industrial equipment.
    • Ability to safely work around heavy equipment, overhead lifting operations, and Class 4 laser systems.
    • Work safely in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, and moving machinery.
    • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

This position is not eligible for visa support.

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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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