Lead Hand - Hickson, ON

Darling International Canada Inc. • Hickson, ND

35d • CA$35 • Onsite

About The Position

Darling Ingredients is a global leader in providing natural and sustainable ingredients for the food, feed and fuel sectors. Conducting business as Darling International Canada Inc. in Canada, Darling operates six processing facilities across the country and is Canada's largest provider of rendering and recycling services to the food industry. Darling provides essential services to the food industry through the efficient and environmentally responsible management of collecting, processing and converting by-products into ingredients for the animal feed, pet food, aquaculture, fertilizer and biofuel industries. We are committed to environmental sustainability, superior quality and excellent customer service.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lead Hand will be working at the Hickson, Ontario processing plant. The successful candidate will be required to work Monday to Friday, rotating shifts.

Requirements

• Experience in manufacturing/operations
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and coaching skills
• Decision-making using sound judgment and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Results-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical aptitude an asset

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership and direction to the operations staff on the Day, afternoon and night shifts
• Maintaining optimal production levels and notifying the Operations Supervisor and Plant Manager of equipment breakdowns or operating irregularities
• Review and comment on daily operations and quality KPIs for afternoon and night shift operations - Develop and maintain a positive work environment using interpersonal skills, team building and open communication
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure Health & Safety policies are observed
• Conduct safety-related tasks on back shifts
• Provide safety training for employees on back shifts - Help develop SOPs and ensure they are understood and followed
• Be flexible and hands-on when required for technical or production tasks - Provide daily relief for operators for lunches - Complete finished goods quality testing - Environmental monitoring and sampling

Benefits

• $34.75 an hour
• Benefits Plan, including Life Insurance, Disability and Health, Dental and Vision, Life Insurance and an Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Programs, Scholarship Programs and Apprenticeship Programs
• Defined Contribution (DC) Pension Plan
• Uniforms provided
• Safety shoe/boot program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed