Maintenance Lead

Company Details Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries – transforming them into essential ingredients that feed animals, fertilize crops, fuel planes, and nourish people. We are the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses across more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, driving the world toward a more circular economy. Job Summary The Maintenance Lead is responsible for performing and supervising plant maintenance of rendering process equipment; ensures that equipment and buildings are sanitary and in good repair with a direct report to the Plant Manager. Key Responsibilities Troubleshoots and repairs process machinery and hydraulic equipment. Changes electrical breakers and electrical starters; operates voltage, amp, and ohm meters. Follows preventative maintenance schedule on all plant equipment. Provides direction and leadership for the maintenance crew and daily activities and duties. Trains Level1 and Level2 Maintenance personnel. Ensures all company safety procedures and safe operating standards are followed by plant personnel, in accordance with OSHA. Maintains cleanliness of equipment and regularly scheduled safety inspections. Manages daily inventory of supplies and parts, ensuring replacements are ordered timely. Attends regularly scheduled safety meetings and may serve on the Safety Committee. Performs all other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience in supervisory position or overseeing plant personnel in an industrial setting. Proficient in basic welding and fabrication skills. Demonstrated proficiency in maintenance with industrial equipment and/or vocational training. Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Knowledge of industrial electrical, mechanical, and welding procedures. Prior rendering experience preferred. Advanced welding experience/skills preferred. Vocational school training preferred. Good communication skills (oral and written). Excellent problem‑solving skills. Team player; works well with others. Detail oriented and well organized. Good math skills. Benefits Darling Ingredients offers full‑time employees a full suite of benefits including a 401(k), health, dental and vision insurance, and paid time off. Equal Opportunity Statement 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: Click here for more information. Additional Information The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as necessary. The ability to competently perform all essential duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, and demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery and integrity are basic requirements for all positions at Darling Ingredients. #J-18808-Ljbffr Darling International