Assistant General Manager

Company Details Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We're the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy. Darling Ingredients offers full time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to the following: 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Paid Time Off. Job Summary The Assistant General Manager assists in the direction and management of a rendering facility with total charge of the operation in the absence of the General Manager. In addition, may be in direct charge of one or more areas of plant operations. Essential Duties/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. Assists in the development of the annual budget. Assists 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. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent required. Minimum 5+ years of experience in a midlevel management position in an industrial or manufacturing plant setting. Rendering industry experience a definite plus. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related area preferred. Excellent communication skills both oral and written Excellent problem solving and organizational skills. Good mechanical and administration skills. Ability to lead; can give and take direction. Ability to deal with minor problems involving equipment or various situations. The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients. 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 visit #J-18808-Ljbffr EmergencyMD