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Benefits Manager, Leaves

Darling International Inc.

vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)

4221 Alexandria Pike (Show on map)

Jan 30, 2026

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 Benefits Manager, Leaves manages the daily operations of the leave administration function, ensuring accurate administration, strong compliance, and exceptional service to employees and internal stakeholders. This role provides guidance to benefits staff, collaborates with vendors, and supports the development and execution of leave administration that align with organizational goals.

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.

Manages the administration of various leave programs such as FMLA, disability, and other leave policies, ensuring consistency with company policies and legal requirements
Provides guidance and support by serving as a subject matter expert, advising employees and managers on leave policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements, and answering their questions regarding leave of absence
Coordinates with Third-Party Administrators for disability and other leave-related matters, ensuring smooth processing of claims and timely payments
Provides coaching, training, and performance feedback to support team growth and effectiveness
Ensures compliance to all applicable laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, and USERRA, ensuring that leave programs are compliant and consistent
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
5+ years of experience in benefits administration
Experienced knowledge of compliance with ERISA, IRS laws and current regulations pertinent to FMLA and ADA

Preferred Qualifications:

Above average computer skills in a networked environment with advanced knowledge and skills using all MS Office products, advanced skills in Excel required

Oracle HCM experience a plus

Ability to build effective business relationships with all levels in the organization;
Highly motivated, energetic, self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills;
Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) certification a plus.

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, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or, protected veteran status. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal-poster

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties of this job.

Working Environment	None	Occasionally = up to 20%	Frequently = 21% to 50%	Constantly = at least 51%
Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold
Exposed to bio hazardous conditions
Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations
Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock
Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment
Travels to offsite locations
Other (please describe):

Physical Demands	None	Occasionally = up to 20%	Frequently = 21% to 50%	Constantly = at least 51%
Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position.
Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location.
Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to position one's self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet.
Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder.
Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions.

Weight and Force Demands	None	Occasionally = up to 20%	Frequently = 21% to 50%	Constantly = at least 51%
Up to 10 pounds
Up to 25 pounds
Up to 50 pounds
Up to 100 pounds
More than 100 pounds

Vision Demands	Required
No special vision requirements
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance vision (Clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral vision
Depth perception
Ability to adjust focus