Quality Supervisor
Enviva - Livingston, AL
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The Quality Supervisoris responsible forimproving the efficiency and effectiveness of ongoing quality bymonitoringall operations at the plant thatimpactthe customer specifications. Expectations includemaintainingthe quality metrics and electronic quality log. Performing special-project tests to either investigate the source of quality problems or study potential quality improvementsimpactinglocal, regional, and corporate operations.The supervisorwillaccomplishthis byidentifyingopportunities to coordinate, standardize, and centralize processes and tasks critical to the implementation and execution ofmaintainclient specifications. Responsibilities Lab Management Manage the plant laboratory; supervise, train, and certify operators; manage the sampling and testing of finished goods delivered; maintain test equipment, QA/QC documentation, records, and sample archives. Quality Control Develop and maintain quality control tools and instructions to guide management of product and ensure effective process troubleshooting; develop, audit, and maintain test procedures; ensure that all test results are timely and accurate. Oversee the daily collection and testing of samples. Prior experience working in a Wood Products or other process-based manufacturing company Proficiency with database, project management, and replanting processes Knowledge of basic statistical analysis methodologies (i.e. hypothesis testing, regression, etc.) Track and interpret finished goods quality metrics against internal and customer specifications; perform root cause analysis and correction of quality issues. Formulate reaction plans for quality issues at the plant as they arise. Train and audit employees on quality procedures. Quality Assurance Develop best practices for handling and preserving pellets during storage. Develop and oversee plans for fulfilling customer requirements. Manage the proper operation and maintenance of equipment key to the preservation of product quality and safety at the plant. Special Projects Study the evolution of product from plant to plant in-order to improve and optimize operations. Perform special-projects tests to either investigate the source of quality problems or to study potential quality improvements. Leadership Hourly employees will take direction from the quality supervisor related to specification attainment, SOPs and tramp materials. Lead pre-shift meetings as needed and set direction for facility operations. Perform leader focused observations and instruct employees on proper procedures that fall within SWPs or standards. Quality supervisor will be available off shift to direct employees on corrective actions and proper procedures related to quality and operations. Lead employees through RCAs via cause maps to correct downtime and quality specification gaps. Will directly supervise receiving personnel as fill in/back-up to the terminal manager. Travel Requirements This position may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis for training or other work-related assignments Working 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 ft Must 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 ab ve shoulders on an occasional basis Must use required/provided PPE (i.e. safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe boots and hearing protection)
Created: 2024-09-23