Griffith Foods
Overview
Join to apply for the
Global Director Lean Manufacturing
role at Griffith Foods. Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet evolving consumer needs while sustaining the planet. The company is family-owned, founded in 1919, and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois, USA. Its product capabilities include seasonings, marinades, coating systems and sauces. TITLE:
Global Director Lean Manufacturing LOCATION:
Hybrid in Alsip, IL (on average 1-2 days/wk in the office) COMPENSATION:
$170,000 - $200,000 plus bonus Griffith Foods is seeking a Global Director Lean Manufacturing to lead continuous improvement and performance enhancement. This role drives Lean transformations across 26 plants worldwide. Responsibilities
Driving and leading performance improvements throughout the organization. Train and coach on Lean methodologies to eliminate waste and drive performance. Provide tools and direction, assess current state, and identify areas for improvement. Lead 2 direct reports and 6 indirect reports (one from each region globally) to meet project/department milestones within approved budgets. Qualifications & requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or related field. At least 10 years of Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing experience, including at least 7 years of project management. Background in manufacturing and/or engineering environments. At least 7 years of people management experience. Ability and willingness to travel globally ~40%. Willingness to work onsite in Alsip 1-2 days per week when not traveling. Preferred / What will set you apart
Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or related field. TPM/Kaizen Instructor certification or Black Belt; Master Black Belt in Six Sigma or equivalent. Qualified Trainer is advantageous. Food manufacturing CI experience. Experience with GMPs, HACCP, BRC and SQF. Proficient with MS Office and Power BI. Benefits & Workplace
Griffith Foods embraces WorkFlex with remote options and flexible work patterns. IT professionals may come to the office once a week or less. Periodic onsite meetings may occur at our Lombard or Alsip locations. Benefits include Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, EAP, 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/Long Term Disability, 401(k) with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holidays, and Insurance options. A discretionary bonus with a target of 25% may be offered based on personal and company performance. Equal Employment Opportunity
Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, AIDS/HIV status, marital or military status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Griffith Foods. You can also sign up for notifications about similar Director of Manufacturing roles in Alsip, IL.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the
Global Director Lean Manufacturing
role at Griffith Foods. Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet evolving consumer needs while sustaining the planet. The company is family-owned, founded in 1919, and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois, USA. Its product capabilities include seasonings, marinades, coating systems and sauces. TITLE:
Global Director Lean Manufacturing LOCATION:
Hybrid in Alsip, IL (on average 1-2 days/wk in the office) COMPENSATION:
$170,000 - $200,000 plus bonus Griffith Foods is seeking a Global Director Lean Manufacturing to lead continuous improvement and performance enhancement. This role drives Lean transformations across 26 plants worldwide. Responsibilities
Driving and leading performance improvements throughout the organization. Train and coach on Lean methodologies to eliminate waste and drive performance. Provide tools and direction, assess current state, and identify areas for improvement. Lead 2 direct reports and 6 indirect reports (one from each region globally) to meet project/department milestones within approved budgets. Qualifications & requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or related field. At least 10 years of Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing experience, including at least 7 years of project management. Background in manufacturing and/or engineering environments. At least 7 years of people management experience. Ability and willingness to travel globally ~40%. Willingness to work onsite in Alsip 1-2 days per week when not traveling. Preferred / What will set you apart
Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or related field. TPM/Kaizen Instructor certification or Black Belt; Master Black Belt in Six Sigma or equivalent. Qualified Trainer is advantageous. Food manufacturing CI experience. Experience with GMPs, HACCP, BRC and SQF. Proficient with MS Office and Power BI. Benefits & Workplace
Griffith Foods embraces WorkFlex with remote options and flexible work patterns. IT professionals may come to the office once a week or less. Periodic onsite meetings may occur at our Lombard or Alsip locations. Benefits include Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, EAP, 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/Long Term Disability, 401(k) with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holidays, and Insurance options. A discretionary bonus with a target of 25% may be offered based on personal and company performance. Equal Employment Opportunity
Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, AIDS/HIV status, marital or military status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Griffith Foods. You can also sign up for notifications about similar Director of Manufacturing roles in Alsip, IL.
#J-18808-Ljbffr