Does Enviva pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Enviva employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Enviva. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Enviva?

36% of Enviva employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Enviva 2.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.6 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Enviva?

Director (12) , Administrative Assistant (9) , Manager (8) , Engineer (6) , Area Manager (4) , Control Room Operator (4) , Pellet Mill Operator (4) , Regional Maintenance Manager (4) , Staff Accountant (4) , Accountant (3) , Maintenance Technician (3) , Project Manager (3) , VESSEL OPERATOR (3) , Account Manager (2) , Executive Assistant (2)

What are the pros of working at Enviva according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits for the most part" ((in 32 reviews)); "Pay is decent" ((in 27 reviews)); "Local people were great" ((in 26 reviews)); "Competitive salary" ((in 8 reviews)); "Decent compensation and all hands on deck involvement" ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Enviva according to real employee reviews?

"There is already no work life balance in this company" ((in 25 reviews)); "toxic culture (see all other negative reviews" ((in 14 reviews)); "Upper management is very poor, demonstrates no understanding or interest in retaining talent, with the exception of those who befriend upper mgmt and are white males." ((in 9 reviews)); "6 Due to all unskilled IT staff and poor leadership IT .IT is always working counter productive and creating problems instead of solving issues for business." ((in 9 reviews)); "Senior management are the biggest culprits in this entire hot mess." ((in 8 reviews))

What are employees saying about Enviva layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Enviva layoffs and their outlook for job security at Enviva in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Enviva locations?

Bethesda , Raleigh , Franklin , Hamlet , Greenwood , Ahoskie , Faison , Wilmington , Waycross , Lucedale , Chesapeake , Charlotte , Pascagoula , Cottondale , Epes , Washington , Garysburg , Amory , Perkinston , Wiggins , Franklin , Faisons

Enviva reviews

2.8

36% would recommend to a friend

(250 total reviews)

Glenn Nunziata

53% approve of CEO

44% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.1

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Career opportunities

2.6

Culture & values

2.6

Senior management

2.5

Work/Life balance

Enviva has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 250 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Enviva employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

250 reviews

4.0

Apr 21, 2025

The Fast and Furious

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Being in the renewable energy space is incredibly motivating, and it gives real purpose to the work we do every day. The team atmosphere at Enviva is another major plus. There’s a strong sense of collaboration, mutual respect, and shared goals across the organization. People are genuinely supportive of one another, and that creates a work environment that’s both energizing and inclusive.

Cons

Enviva has a fast-paced work environment. Things can move quickly, and priorities may shift with little notice. While this can be exciting especially with a new facility in Epes coming along, it does require a high level of adaptability, time management, and resilience. I also wish the company placed more of an emphasis on diversity and inclusion, but I understand that this is case by case as Enviva has multiple locations.

Enviva Response

8mo

We appreciate your thoughtful review! It is great to hear that working in renewable energy and the strong sense of collaboration at Enviva have contributed positively to your experience. We understand that priorities can shift quickly at times, and we appreciate your feedback as we look for ways to provide the best support for our team. By recruiting and retaining the most qualified candidates we can, Enviva is building the best wood pellet manufacturing company in the world. We value your feedback, along with that of all our team members, and appreciate you highlighting the aspects of Enviva that make it a great place to work. We are excited about what is ahead!

4.0

Apr 21, 2025

A good company with a bright future

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- A mission you can stand behind. - Fair pay within market range. - Colleagues that care about the work they do. - Down to earth leadership, approachable and kind. - Investors that are involved in the day-to-day operations of the company and who make it a point to learn about the people.

Cons

There's still some work to be done. Progress isn't made overnight, but I feel confident that we will get there.

Enviva Response

8mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We are glad to hear that our mission, dedicated colleagues, and approachable leadership have contributed to your positive experience. We recognize progress takes time, and feedback like yours helps us continue building a strong culture and bright future together.

4.0

Mar 12, 2025

Developing company in a young industry

Held multiple positions

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Wide array of leaders - many exceptional; explosive growth potential; premium salaries & benefits

Cons

Growth = lots of startups; challenges in equipment reliability makes for constant problem-solving

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