Global Standards Engineer

Overview

Griffith Foods is hiring a

Global Standards Engineer

to develop and implement engineering standards and best practices while coaching and enhancing the competency of global engineering teams. In this key technical role, you will ensure compliance with industry regulations, improve product quality, and drive cost and time efficiency in engineering projects to align with the company’s growth objectives. Although the role does not have direct reports, you will exercise functional authority over technical standards for roles such as Maintenance Managers, Production Supervisors, Process Improvement Engineers, etc. This is your opportunity to work on a transformational journey, aligned with our long term strategy and 2030 aspirations and setting standards for engineers around the globe.

Location

Hybrid on average 1-2 days per week in Alsip, IL or Lombard, IL, USA; Scarborough, Ontario Canada or Toronto, Ontario Canada; Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon, Mexico; Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico.

Compensation

Comp Range: $120,000 - $145,000/yr plus bonus in USA.

Responsibilities

Developing standards, guidelines, and internal best practices while engaging with regulatory bodies and industry groups to stay informed of external best practices. Work within a global team, harmonizing technical platforms and specifications globally. Ensure engineering and manufacturing practices comply with regulations; monitor and integrate updates to industry standards. Develop and monitor KPIs to assess the impact of standardization efforts. Conduct audits to verify compliance. Provide expertise on the application of standards in design, development, and production including assisting project teams in interpreting and applying standards. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality. Incorporate environmental objectives into product design and manufacturing processes. Revise standards based on project defect analysis and feedback to design. Develop and deliver training on industry standards, regulations, and best practices. Partner with stakeholders to integrate standards into capital projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering or related field. 5 years of experience as a project & process engineer, with experience working with engineering standards and compliance. Previous experience in food or pharmaceutical manufacturing. Willingness to travel 20% globally for audits or major meetings. Willingness to work onsite at Griffith location 1-2 days per week. Authorize to work in the country of application; work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

What Will Set You Apart

10 years experience as a project & process engineer, with experience working with engineering standards and compliance. Background in Lean Manufacturing and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance). PE license or designation.

Benefits and Work Arrangements

Griffith Foods embraces WorkFlex, allowing remote work from home within a commutable distance to corporate locations, with options like compressed work weeks and flex time. IT professionals typically come into the office once a week or less, with periodic onsite meetings at Lombard or Alsip locations. Benefits include Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, FSAs/HSA, EAP, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Education Assistance, and more, subject to eligibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Griffith Foods believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. Griffith Foods does not discriminate against qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. EEO applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship.

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