Utility Yard Worker

About the Company

Darling Ingredients is a global leader in recycling and repurposing materials from the animal agriculture and food sectors. Our products serve a wide range of applications including animal feed, crop fertilizers, renewable fuels, and human nutrition. As the top publicly traded company in this sector, we operate a diverse portfolio of brands with more than 260 facilities across over 15 countries, striving to promote sustainability and a circular economy.

We offer full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), health, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off.

Position Overview

The Utility Yard Worker plays a key role in facility upkeep by performing various maintenance and janitorial tasks focused on keeping the plant's grounds orderly and clean. This role is designated for the second shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply paint to equipment and buildings as part of preventive maintenance efforts.
• Ensure clean and tidy areas surrounding dumpsters by collecting trash and emptying and sanitizing waste bins.
• Clean interior plant spaces such as showers, restrooms, and breakrooms.
• Observe and adhere to all company safety protocols and regulations.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Preferred candidates have experience in manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural environments.
• Previous maintenance or janitorial work is advantageous.
• Ability to collaborate well within a team setting.
• Dependability and reliability are essential.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position exposes employees to several environmental conditions including frequent exposure to high noise levels, strong odors, temperature extremes, biohazards, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical hazards, and potentially dangerous equipment. Travel to offsite locations may also be required occasionally.

Physical demands include frequent sitting, walking, manual dexterity for handling tools and machinery, climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and the use of senses such as sight and hearing for communication and hazard detection. Employees will also regularly lift weights up to 50 pounds.

Additional Information

Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties as needed. All employees must demonstrate commitment to effective customer service, integrity, and team cooperation, with reasonable accommodations available. The company is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and compliance with applicable laws.