Production Supervisor

Darling Ingredients; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee the flow of raw materials into finished products and ensure equipment is maintained in good repair.

You will lead maintenance coordination, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety rules are followed across the plant. The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting, with a focus on efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical school certificate or an Associates Degree preferred.
• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficient and timely flow of raw materials and finished products.
• Oversee equipment used to process materials and ensure it remains in good working order.
• Coordinate with Maintenance for timely repairs of breakdowns.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in all areas of responsibility.
• Meet individual and department targets and safety requirements.
• Possess thorough knowledge of safety rules and participate in safety meetings.

Skills

Leadership & training

Maintenance knowledge

Safety compliance

Industrial supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the timely and efficient flow of raw materials into high-quality finished products; may also include ensuring that equipment is maintained and in good repair.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

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 coordinates 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 top Company priority and conduct/participate regularly scheduled safety meetings with plant staff.
• Assist in conducting investigation of accidents that occur within jurisdiction and makes recommendations to 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.

Working Conditions

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold - Frequently
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations - Frequently
• Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally
• Occasional travel to off-site locations
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand, walk, use hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to frequently climb or balance.
• Must be able to frequently use sense of taste, hearing, touch, and smell.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

About Us

We’re one of the world’s leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy.

About The Team

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster of this job.