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Darling Ingredients Inc.
Maintenance Manager
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A Maintenance Manager oversees maintenance of a residential or commercial building, manages maintenance staff and directs maintenance tasks.
$106,654 / year median in Mississippi
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Maintenance Manager Darling Ingredients Inc. United States, Mississippi, Jackson 1299 Prisock Road (Show on map) Aug 20, 2026 Job Summary The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the supervision of the maintenance staff, and any corrective or preventative maintenance procedures within the plant. 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. Evaluates and corrects all mechanical and/or building problems that may arise in the plant.
Provides direction and leadership for the maintenance crew and controls scheduling.
Implements and evaluates preventative maintenance program.
Responsible for training new personnel on Company safety procedures and safe operating standards in accordance with OSHA.
Responsible for cleanliness of equipment and safety inspections.
Operates all equipment in accordance with company safety rules and procedures.
All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High school Diploma or GED equivalent.
1-3 years of experience as a manager in an industrial setting or in combination with training school.
Demonstrated experience / knowledge of industrial electrical, mechanical, and welding procedures. Preferred Qualifications Management experience in an agricultural business preferred.
Good communication skills both oral and written.
Excellent problem solving skills.
Knowledge of industrial electrical, mechanical, and welding procedures.
Ability to provide leadership and training to maintenance personnel.
Team player; works well with others; ability to supervise small groups.
Detail oriented; well organized; ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks.
Good math skills. Physical Demands Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
Frequently required to lift up to 50 lbs.
Occasionally required to push, pull, or move up to 100 lbs.
Regularly required reach with hands and arms. Work Environment Job functions will be carried out in plant or office environment and on outside grounds of property. 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.