Production Lead: Streamline Material Flow & Maintenance

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Strawberry Plains (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Production Leadman to oversee the flow of raw materials into finished products at a Tennessee plant. You will ensure equipment remains in good repair, coordinate breakdowns with maintenance, and drive safety and process improvements across shifts.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience and 2–3 years in manufacturing, with a high school diploma or GED as a baseline. Labour relations and training experience are a plus.

Qualifications

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

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.

Job description

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Production Leadman to oversee the flow of raw materials into finished products at a Tennessee plant. You will ensure equipment remains in good repair, coordinate breakdowns with maintenance, and drive safety and process improvements across shifts.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience and 2–3 years in manufacturing, with a high school diploma or GED as a baseline. Labour relations and training experience are a plus.