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Manufacturing Supervisor roles on CPT let you apply production planning, lean operations, and team leadership directly on the plant floor, exactly the kind of integrated, curriculum-tied experience your DSO needs to authorize. Your CPT must be part-time during the academic term or full-time during an approved break.
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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 Assistant Shift Supervisor provides support to the shift supervisor, ensures the team meets shift production goals, back up team leader.
Responsibilities
- Work with all team members in each area in day-to-day operations.
- Fill in areas when personnel are absent if staffing is not available.
- Train new hires when needed.
- Back up team leader on all fronts of Pellet Mill/ Hammermill operation.
- Follow up on daily shift testing to make sure within spec and if not communicate to the team leader.
- Should own the 5s procedure with all that applies.
- Must be able to multitask by balancing multiple items throughout the process.
- Perform/coordinate housekeeping daily/weekly for shift swaps to maintain to required standard, also walk with Safety manager during housekeeping audit monthly.
- Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must demonstrate a mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to develop and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions.
- Proficient in mathematics and measurements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - WHAT SETS YOU APART
- Experience in a pellet manufacturing environment preferred.
- Ability to develop and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions.
- High School degree or equivalent.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Must be available to work any shift/any day required; overtime is frequent.
- 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.
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 above shoulders on an occasional basis.
- Must use required/provided PPE (i.e. safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe boots & hearing protection).
This position is not eligible for visa support.
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.
INTRODUCTION
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 Assistant Shift Supervisor provides support to the shift supervisor, ensures the team meets shift production goals, back up team leader.
Responsibilities
- Work with all team members in each area in day-to-day operations.
- Fill in areas when personnel are absent if staffing is not available.
- Train new hires when needed.
- Back up team leader on all fronts of Pellet Mill/ Hammermill operation.
- Follow up on daily shift testing to make sure within spec and if not communicate to the team leader.
- Should own the 5s procedure with all that applies.
- Must be able to multitask by balancing multiple items throughout the process.
- Perform/coordinate housekeeping daily/weekly for shift swaps to maintain to required standard, also walk with Safety manager during housekeeping audit monthly.
- Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must demonstrate a mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to develop and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions.
- Proficient in mathematics and measurements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - WHAT SETS YOU APART
- Experience in a pellet manufacturing environment preferred.
- Ability to develop and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions.
- High School degree or equivalent.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Must be available to work any shift/any day required; overtime is frequent.
- 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.
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 above shoulders on an occasional basis.
- Must use required/provided PPE (i.e. safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe boots & hearing protection).
This position is not eligible for visa support.
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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Get Access To All JobsManufacturing Supervisor CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Manufacturing Supervisor role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the role directly relates to your degree program and your school's DSO approves it. Industrial engineering, operations management, supply chain, and manufacturing technology programs typically satisfy the curricular integration requirement. You'll need to demonstrate how supervising production teams or managing workflow connects to your enrolled coursework, a generic management role with no technical overlap may not qualify.
Can I work full-time as a Manufacturing Supervisor on CPT?
Full-time CPT, more than 20 hours per week, is only permitted during official school breaks or when your program explicitly requires a full-time internship. During the academic term, you're limited to part-time CPT. Manufacturing Supervisor positions often involve shift work and mandatory overtime, so confirm your authorized hours with your DSO before accepting a schedule that could exceed your CPT limits.
How do I find Manufacturing Supervisor employers who understand F-1 CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for Manufacturing Supervisor roles from employers with documented visa sponsorship history. Companies that have filed LCAs or sponsored H-1B workers before are far more likely to have HR processes in place for handling I-9 verification and CPT work authorization without delays. Avoid employers who've never encountered international student hiring, the onboarding friction can cost you your start date.
What does my offer letter need to include for DSO CPT approval?
Your DSO needs a letter on company letterhead that includes the employer's name and address, your exact job title, the start and end dates of the CPT period, the number of hours per week, and confirmation that the role is paid or unpaid. Manufacturing roles with rotating shifts should specify the base weekly commitment, not just the shift pattern, so your DSO can verify the hours fall within your authorized limit.
Does using CPT for a Manufacturing Supervisor job affect my OPT eligibility?
Part-time CPT has no impact on OPT eligibility regardless of how long you use it. Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, including the 24-month STEM OPT extension. If you're planning to pursue OPT after graduation, track your cumulative full-time CPT carefully, even a single semester of full-time CPT counts toward that 12-month threshold.
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