Production Lead

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. in Union City, Tennessee, is seeking a Production Leadman to supervise the night shift and ensure the timely flow of raw materials into high-quality finished products.

You will oversee equipment, coordinate with Maintenance for timely repairs, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with safety rules. Prior supervisory experience in manufacturing is required, with a preference for technical training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1–2 years supervisory/management experience.
• 2–3 years in industrial/manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficient flow of raw materials and finished products.
• Oversee equipment to ensure it is in good working order.
• Lead breakdown responses and coordinate with Maintenance for timely repairs.
• Drive continuous improvement in all areas of responsibility.
• Meet individual and department targets and safety requirements.
• Observe safety rules and participate in regular safety meetings.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Industrial/manufacturing experience

Leadership & training

Maintenance knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree or technical certificate

Job description

Job Summary

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

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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

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