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Rendering Superintendent
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Posted on: Oct 19, 2026
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Millsboro, Delaware
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Salary: $90,000 per year
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Onsite
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Full-time
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Job Title :
Rendering Superintendent
Job Type :
Full-Time
Job Location :
Millsboro Delaware United States
Remote :
No
Job Description :
Primary Purpose
Oversee the day-to-day activities of the Rendering plant. Responsible for receiving raw materials as well as timely loading for customers.
Work Schedule
Sunday Wednesday, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, with a rotation to Thursday Sunday every four months.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
- Monitoring and supervising activities and executing daily initiatives to meet operational, environmental and safety goals.
- Troubleshooting operational issues and having the knowledge to take appropriate action(s).
- Training, retention, development, direction and support to the Rendering employees. Overseeing continuous cross-training programs to build competencies and add breadth and depth to the team.
- Completing daily operational reports and monitoring completed reports, checking for accuracy and taking any corrective action as necessary.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor s degree preferred in a relevant field.
- On-the-job training (OJT).
- Minimum 5 years of demonstrated supervisory/management experience.
- 3 5 years Rendering experience.
- Preventive Controllers Qualified Individual (PCQI) risk-based prevention system recognized by FDA.
- Must be able to make sound decisions as it related to plant, safety, environmental and product quality.
- Must have a technical understanding of plant operation software, equipment and process.
- This position is available 1 shift out of 4.
- Maintains flexibility to help supervise other shifts as needed
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with proven experience managing rendering operations in a food manufacturing or protein processing environment. This individual should have a strong background in employee supervision, process optimization, safety compliance, and environmental stewardship, with the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, 24/7 operation.
The successful candidate will possess strong troubleshooting and decision-making skills, be comfortable working independently on off-shifts, and have demonstrated success developing and retaining hourly employees. Experience with rendering equipment, raw material receiving, inventory management, preventative maintenance programs, and finished product loading is highly preferred.
Candidates with PCQI certification, experience managing USDA/FDA-regulated operations, and a track record of improving operational efficiency, safety performance, and employee engagement will be highly regarded. Relocation candidates willing to establish a long-term career with Mountaire are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Background:
- 5+ years of leadership experience in rendering, protein processing, feed manufacturing, or related food manufacturing operations
- Experience managing supervisors and hourly production teams
- Strong knowledge of safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory compliance
- Experience with production reporting, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ability to work collaboratively across operations, maintenance, transportation, and live production teams
- Stable employment history with progressive leadership responsibility
Position Details
Posted:
Oct 19, 2026
Reference Number:
42715-41242
Employment:
Full-time
Salary:
$90,000 per year
City:
Millsboro
Job Origin:
CIEPAL_ORGANIC_FEED
