Global Standards Engineer

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.

Salary Range for Chicago Area - $120K - $145K

Responsible for developing and implementing engineering standards and best practices while coaching and enhancing the competency of global engineering teams. This key technical role ensures compliance with industry regulations, improves product quality, and drives cost and time efficiency in engineering projects to align with the company's growth objectives.

Roles & Responsibilities

Standards Development & Implementation

• Develop standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Harmonize technical platforms and specifications globally.

Regulatory Compliance & Industry Alignment

• Ensure engineering and manufacturing practices comply with regulations.
• Monitor and integrate updates to industry standards.

Technical Support & Guidance

• Provide expertise on the application of standards in design, development, and production.
• Assist project teams in interpreting and applying standards.

Quality Assurance & Process Improvement

• Conduct audits to verify compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality.
• Revise standards based on project defect analysis and feedback to design.

Documentation & Training

• Maintain comprehensive records and revision control processes.
• Develop and deliver training on industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with stakeholders to integrate standards into capital projects.
• Engage with regulatory bodies and industry groups to stay informed of best practices.
• Incorporate environmental objectives into product design, and manufacturing processes.

Innovation & Optimization

• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
• Support investment decisions by establishing standards that maximize ROI.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to assess the impact of standardization efforts

Functional Knowledge

Functional Knowledge: Describe breadth and depth of knowledge of functional work and activities required

The role requires extensive knowledge of regulatory standards, including Employee Health & Safety, Environmental, Food Safety, and Quality Systems, ensuring compliance and integration into engineering practices. A strong understanding of industry standards such as ISO, ASME, ASTM, ANSI, IEC, or equivalent is essential for maintaining alignment with global best practices. It involves reviewing product designs for compliance with engineering principles, sustainability, and ergonomic standards, and coordinating technical developments, problem-solving, and design changes. A background in Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is key for driving operational efficiency and process improvements. Additionally, leadership in innovation management is required to align new technologies with business goals, fostering continuous improvement and ensuring the company remains competitive.

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.

Client-provided location(s): Alsip, IL

Job ID: Griffith_Foods-JR100694

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-21T19:57:19