Plant Manager

Darling Ingredients•Bastrop, TX

52d•Onsite

About The Position

Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We're the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.