Darling Ingredients Inc.

Plant Manager

Darling Ingredients Inc. • $90K — $120K *
Linkwood, MD 21835In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent required
  • Minimum 3+ years in supervisory/management role in industrial/plant environment
  • Experience in the rendering industry is a plus
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred, Engineering degree advantageous
  • Labor relations background preferred
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Mentor and develop plant management and supervisory personnel
  • Lead safety improvement initiatives and foster a safety culture
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies like OSHA and EPA
  • Analyze financial budgets and prepare monthly reports
  • Oversee the efficient flow of raw materials and shipping processes
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives across all operations
  • Lead local capital project planning for asset development and compliance

Benefits

  • Support for ongoing training and development
  • Contribution to a safety-focused workplace culture
  • Opportunities for engagement with regulatory compliance efforts
  • Involvement in continuous improvement processes
  • Management responsibility with opportunities to lead diverse teams
  • Engagement in strategic planning initiatives
  • Focus on efficiency and resource management
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Plant Manager will oversee operations which include environmental, health & safety, quality, production, maintenance, capital planning and execution in a cost-effective manner while meeting all customer requirements.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
  • Support, mentor and develop plant management and supervisory personnel through regular coaching and formal development tools.
  • Lead all safety improvement initiatives and create a safety-based culture.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory agencies including, OSHA, EPA, HACCP and other local and regional agencies.
  • Prepare monthly reports, analyze financial budgets and take corrective measures as needed.
  • Maintain efficient and timely flow of all raw materials received and ingredients shipped.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts in all areas of responsibility.
  • Review and lead local Capital Projects, planning process to ensure compliance and development of assets for ongoing success and improvement.
  • Ensure all personnel properly trained and equipment is in good working order to meet ongoing and future business needs.
  • Assure all finish product shipped is in accordance with all quality standards and specifications.
  • Effectively manage and reduce energy use at facility.
  • Manage local purchasing activities.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in a supervisory/ management position in an industrial or plant setting.
  • Rendering industry experience is a definite plus.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred; Engineering degree is an asset.
  • Labor relations background and leadership preferred.
  • Detail oriented; highly organized.
  • Ability to work well with internal staff.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
  • Self-starter; self-motivated.
  • Good math and computer skills.


About Darling Ingredients Inc.

Darling Ingredients Inc. is a global developer and producer of sustainable natural ingredients from edible and inedible bio-nutrients. The company operates through three segments: Feed Ingredients, Food Ingredients, and Fuel Ingredients. The Feed Ingredients segment produces and sells ingredients used in animal feed, including poultry feed, pet food, aquaculture feed, and livestock feed. The Food Ingredients segment produces and sells ingredients used in food and beverage applications, including gelatin, collagen, and casings. The Fuel Ingredients segment produces and sells bioenergy products, including biodiesel and glycerin. Darling Ingredients Inc. was founded in 1882 and is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
Learn more about Darling Ingredients Inc.
Size
9,900 employees
Market Cap
$10 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$296.8 million
5 Year Trend
+6.9%
Revenue
$3.5 billion
NASDAQ
DAR
* Ladders Estimates

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