Production Lead

Darling Ingredients • Union City, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Leadman is responsible for overseeing the timely and efficient flow of raw materials into high-quality finished products; this may also include ensuring that equipment is maintained and in good repair. This is a night shift position. Duties/Responsibilities include: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Maintain efficient and timely flow of all raw materials received and finished products shipped. Oversee the equipment used to process raw & finished materials is kept in good working order. Effectively manage all instances of breakdowns and coordinate with Maintenance to ensure needed repairs are made in timely manner. Lead continuous improvement efforts in all areas of responsibility. Responsible for achieving individual and department targets, goals and objectives. Responsible for observing all Company safety rules and regulations, recognize safety as a top Company priority, and conducting/participating in regularly scheduled safety meetings with plant staff. Assist in investigating accidents that occur within the jurisdiction and make recommendations to the Plant Safety Committee. All other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Require 1-2 years of prior experience in a supervisory/management capacity.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of prior work experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school certificate or Associates Degree preferred.
• Labor relations background and experience with leadership & training.
• Good understanding of production maintenance and repair protocols.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficient and timely flow of all raw materials received and finished products shipped.
• Oversee the equipment used to process raw & finished materials is kept in good working order.
• Effectively manage all instances of breakdowns and coordinate with Maintenance to ensure needed repairs are made in timely manner.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in all areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for achieving individual and department targets, goals and objectives.
• Responsible for observing all Company safety rules and regulations, recognize safety as a top Company priority, and conducting/participating in regularly scheduled safety meetings with plant staff.
• Assist in investigating accidents that occur within the jurisdiction and make recommendations to the Plant Safety Committee.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED