Area Manager, Quality and Barge Loadout
Core
Overseeing plant quality systems, laboratory operations, and port terminal operations to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production, storage, and transfer of finished wood pellets.
Role type
Area Manager, Quality and Barge Loadout
Builds
Sustainable wood bioenergy solutions (wood pellets)
Domain
Renewable energy / Wood bioenergy / Marine terminal operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Quality assurance and quality control, Process improvement methodologies, Statistical analysis, Root cause analysis, Maintenance coordination, Labor oversight, Operational performance metrics, Barge loading operations, Inventory management, Environmental compliance
Preferred skills
Bulk materials handling, Marine terminal operations, Mechanical troubleshooting
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, data analysis tools)
Responsibilities
Lead quality assurance, quality control, laboratory, and port terminal operations; Manage laboratory operations including technician training and QA/QC documentation; Develop and maintain quality systems, SOPs, and process controls; Monitor and report operational and quality KPIs; Lead tramp metal prevention and management programs; Coordinate terminal and vessel loading operations; Manage barge drafting activities and train operators; Maintain FIFO finished goods inventory practices; Monitor product temperatures and storage conditions; Ensure compliance with OEMS standards and regulatory requirements; Lead, coach, and develop plant and port personnel.
Seniority
Manager, operational leadership