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Chip Mill Operator

Enviva
Franklin, Virginia
Full Time
Posted December 11, 2025
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Job Description

The Chip Mill Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, monitoring, and maintenance of equipment in a wood chip production facility, ensuring continuous and smooth processing of wood materials while adhering to safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor all equipment involved in the chip mill process, including loaders, debarkers, chippers, and conveyance systems.
  • Perform troubleshooting and basic maintenance on woodyard equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Set up, clean, and inspect machinery to maintain operational efficiency and safety.
  • Use computers and HMI screens to monitor and adjust operational parameters for smooth process flow.
  • Conduct daily inspections and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
  • Maintain accurate documentation related to equipment and operations.
  • Ensure safety protocols are followed and operate equipment in a safe manner.

Requirements

  • Internal company certification required.
  • Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions.
  • Proficient in mathematics and measurement.
  • A quick learner, ability to work with little to no supervision.
  • Knowledgeable and experienced with heavy equipment operation in a similar industry (preferred).
  • High school diploma or GED (preferred).
  • Willing and able to operate heavy material moving equipment requiring extended periods of sitting.
  • Willing and able to perform tasks such as occasionally pushing and/or pulling and lifting up to 50 pounds, walking, climbing, stooping, and standing.
  • Ability to operate levers with both hands while seated for long periods.
  • Ability to bend, squat, climb, and lift items above shoulders occasionally.
  • Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery.
  • Ability to climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces up to 50 feet on an occasional basis during each shift.
  • Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees, in all types of weather conditions.
  • Occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
  • Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment.
  • 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.

Benefits & Perks

Compensation/salary range: Not specified
Work schedule: Not specified
Work environment perks: Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, climbing ladders and working off elevated surfaces up to 50 feet, working around moving equipment and machinery
Additional benefits: Safety equipment provided, opportunities for training and certification, preventive maintenance responsibilities, adherence to safety rules and regulations

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