Plant Operations Lead – Circularity & Quality

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients is seeking an Assistant General Manager to support the plant's direction in the absence of the General Manager and to oversee major areas of operation. You will help run daily operations, ensure safety, and maintain quality standards.

The role requires a minimum of 5+ years in midlevel management in an industrial setting, with a preference for rendering industry experience and a Bachelor's degree. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in midlevel management in an industrial or manufacturing plant setting.
• Rendering industry experience is a definite plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overall operation of the plant; assumes responsibility for major area of operation when necessary due to absence of General Manager, Plant Manager, or Fleet Manager.
• Assist in the development of the annual budget.
• Assist in the recruitment, selection, and orientation of new employee's development and discipline of established employees.
• Monitors and directs plant operations and lab analysis for quality control; takes necessary action to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintains professional liaison with customers; resolves customer issues or concerns.
• Monitors route efficiency making adjustments when necessary.
• Looks for opportunities to increase productivity efficiently and economically.
• Process all corporate invoices and ensures payments have been authorized by the appropriate corporate office personnel.
• Under the direction of the General Manager, may be responsible for obtaining certifications necessary to the operation and implementation of such projects as Bio-security, HACCP, and is primary contact for the Company's Safety Program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Administration

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Darling Ingredients is seeking an Assistant General Manager to support the plant's direction in the absence of the General Manager and to oversee major areas of operation. You will help run daily operations, ensure safety, and maintain quality standards.

The role requires a minimum of 5+ years in midlevel management in an industrial setting, with a preference for rendering industry experience and a Bachelor's degree. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.