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 .
Location: Proximity to Work in Alsip, IL US, Scarborough, CAN or Monterrey MX
Pay Scale: Min $100K – Max $135K (US Currency)
Summary: Provide strategic and tactical leadership for assigned Griffith Foods businesses for compliance within the Food Safety and Quality Management System, to include regulatory, Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) compliance, Customer audits and Griffith Foods requirements for a specific region and/or site(s). The team driver for the assigned region of the FSQS Compliance Team to transform our operations group to better perform against regulatory and customer requirements. Regional manager and leader for all FSQS communications with customers and providing oversight of business performance related to customers and audit compliance within a region. Creates alignment and commitment with all regional FSQS initiatives against business needs to deliver improved performance consistency, standards consistency, customer satisfaction, and business enablement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree.
• Minimum 7 years related experience in the food industry and the food safety and quality function.
• 4 years of progressive management experience.
• Regional Regulation, ISO 9000, Pathogen Control, Allergen Control, third party audit and GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) knowledge necessary.
• Continuous Improvement belt attainment: Black, green, or yellow preferred.
• Experience with ERP and LIMS systems activities aligned with FSQS (Traceability, product management, and more).
• Individual must have professional and effective communication skills, oral and written, technical writing skills are imperative.
• Passion for building, developing and leading strong diverse teams.
• Proficient in MS Office Skills, such as Word and Excel.
• Possess the analytical skills to evaluate data and make sound judgments regarding the business.
• Must be able to travel 35% within North America.