Global Director Lean Manufacturing

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of "We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World". The company's product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit www.griffithfoods.com.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Manages all activities for continuous improvement and performance enhancement. Employs Lean methodologies and tools in order to accomplish business objectives. Implement and support cultural change across the organization and drive business improvement. Identify and deploy the technical skill sets, resource levels and systems to deliver projects. Lean Manufacturing Director also requires training and Lean certification through an accredited

organization.

Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes.

Knowledge & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or related field required, Masters preferred.

7+ years in the Continuous Improvement (lean manufacturing) function; food manufacturing experience a must.

Master Black Belt in Six Sigma or equivalent qualification a plus.

Background in manufacturing and/or engineering environments.

Background in people management and project management.

Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), BRC and SQF preferred.

TPM/Kaizen Instructor certification or Black Belt certification a plus.

Strong leadership skills with the proven ability to set a vision, manage change, develop personnel and strategically plan for continuous improvement.

Must be able to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization and can influence others across multiple levels of the organization.

Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to influence at all levels in the organization.

Qualified Trainer is advantageous.

Financial and business acumen.

Proficient with MS Programs, such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word & Outlook, and Power BI preferred.

Must be able to travel 40%.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Griffith Foods believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. Griffith Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of the following actual or perceived characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, AIDS or HIV status, order of protection status, marital status, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspect of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefit programs, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

Benefits:

Benefits for this role include Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holiday's & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance. There is also potential for a discretionary bonus, this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.