Job Summary

Position will report directly to the Claims Manager and will assist in the administration of the company's claims program to include the reporting, processing of claims as well as coordination with TPA on open active claims as needed. Will also assist with general duties within the Risk Management department as assigned.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Claim administration duties, including but not limited to daily claim reporting, and communicating with injured workers, site management, EHS, and claim examiners/adjusters providing support and overall guidance on claim file as needed.
• Organizing compilation and production of relevant documents for litigated cases in conjunction with legal, safety and operational department members, external adjusters, and counsel
• Identifying, evaluating, and implementing "best practice" risk and claim management techniques and programs in partnership with TPA
• Supporting the Risk Management & Insurance (RM&I) Department's relationships with various internal customers and external business partners, including insurers, claims administrators, insurance brokers, outside counsel, risk management consultants, other vendors, and customers
• Acting as a resource to Darling Ingredients locations and other assigned duties in connection with the administration of the company's claims programs
• Assist in completion of data requests for monthly/quarterly reports, allocations, renewals, accruals, actuarial reviews, audits.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 2-5 years claim experience in a claims or risk management role handling a mix of medical and indemnity Workers' Compensation claims.
• HS diploma required, college degree preferred
• Knowledge of risk management / insurance principles, claim handling guidelines, legal / medical terminology
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented and organized
• High level of diplomacy and tact, ensuring confidentiality of information when required
• Self-motivated, determined, and able to work under own initiative
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word preferred
• Strong analytical and interpretive skills
• Able to work independently or in a team environment

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, college degree preferred
• Licensed Adjuster
• 2+ years of experience
• Demonstrated experience in adjusting workers compensation claims
• Must be able to work on-site. This is not a remote work eligible position.

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 click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster