Griffith Laboratories Career Site

Quality Control Technician (IL, Chicago )

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:38:00 GMT

To provide and enforce controls which will assure adherence to internal and external quality standards.

Sets up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, or process control.
Perform routine Environmental sampling using aseptic microbiological techniques.
Tests and analyzes products to determine purity, chemical contents and other characteristics.
Prepares chemical solutions for use in processing materials, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures.
Samples and evaluates product characteristics in raw and finished goods for basic quality controls and records data.
Perform and document various tests to assure products conform to specifications.
Audit manufacturing process to ensure operators are following work instructions, GMPs and FDA regulations as well as special production instructions.
Investigate any production quality issues.
Communicate with team and other departments to resolve any quality issues.
Actively involved in the disposition of nonconforming finished product and raw materials, this includes returns, damaged and out dated product or material.
Investigate customer complaints.
Improve quality and process systems through internal investigation and problem solving.
Conducts and documents HACCP verifications and validations.
Write and update procedures or instructions as needed.
Charts and interprets data and reports any discrepancies or negative trends.
Performs equipment inspections for GMP compliance.
Evaluates data and submits reports
Maintain testing equipment calibrated
Housekeeping of laboratory area
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Make determination of status regarding a finished product or work in process through interpretation of test results, insuring all at-risk product is under control, properly dispositioned and exposure to further deficiency is mitigated
Provide accurate information for management and production regarding non-conformances

Operations Coordinator (Chicago) (IL, Chicago )

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:22:00 GMT

Position Overview:

The Operations Coordinator is responsible for providing assistance to the Flavors Supply Chain and is an integral player in providing product on time in full to Innova customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Data entry of hours and closing of manufactured work orders in ASK/LTS..
Arranges all activities for sales order shipments.
Relays pertinent information to Customer Service
Prepares COA’s with all shipments
Communicate with Customer Service on sales order status.
Invoice Sales orders
Must be able to multi task.
Responsible for identifying customer problems/issues and either resolving them or working with the correct individual in the company to get the issued resolved

Industrial Engineer (IL, Alsip)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:14:00 GMT

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for determining the most effective ways to use the basic factors of production—people, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product. It is primarily concerned with increasing productivity through the management of people, methods of business organization, and technology in order to solve organizational, production, and related problems efficiently. Careful study of the product requirements will be required to be successful in this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for improving the efficiency of the operation (door to door) by using mathematical methods to redesign manufacturing and information systems.
Develops management control systems to aid in financial planning and cost analysis.
Designs production planning and control systems to coordinate activities and ensure product quality. Also, designs or improves systems for the physical distribution of goods and services, as well as, determines the most efficient plant locations.
Recommends wage and salary administration systems and job evaluation programs.
Manages and maintains the reporting of Metrics, KPI's and Scorecards for Operations.
Coordinates engineering projects with the Plant.
Coordinates and facilitates 5s, SMED, and Lean projects as needed.

The position requires strong problem solving skills. solving.
The incumbent needs to be able to identify team members capabilities and limitations.
Needs to be able to organize many details into a broad view of the total operations and organization of a company.
Although much of the work is done independently, the incumbent must also be able to cooperate with other engineers, technicians, and managers.
Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels. The incumbent needs to be able to talk with production workers and be willing to understand their concerns.

The employees on the floor may present their plans in the form of written reports or oral presentations, industrial engineers must have good communication skills.

Quality Systems Technician (IL, Oswego)

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 20:18:00 GMT

Position Overview: The Quality Systems Technician is responsible for providing and enforcing controls which will assure adherence to internal and external quality standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Sets up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests or process control. Documents results of tests and analyses. Tests and analyzes products to determine purity, chemical contents and other characteristics. Prepares chemical solutions for use in processing materials, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures. Samples and evaluates product characteristics in raw and finished goods for basic quality control and records data. Performs cookups on sauces, gravies and soup bases. Audits manufacturing process to ensure operators are following work instructions, GMPs, USDA and FDA regulations as well as special production instructions. Investigates production quality issues. Communicates with supervisors and Quality Manager to resolve any quality issues. Actively involved in the disposition of nonconforming finished product and raw materials, this includes returns, damaged and out dated product or material. Investigates customer complaints. Improves quality and process systems through internal investigation and problem solving. Conducts and documents HACCP verifications and validations. Writes and updates procedures of instructions as needed to ensure product integrity. Charts and interprets data and reports any discrepancies or negative trends. Performs environmental swabs on equipment. Inputs results of environmental data. Evaluates data and submits reports. Maintains calibrated testing equipment. Housekeeping of laboratory area. Assists Raw Materials Technician/Inspectors when needed.

Customer Marketing Manager (GLUS) (IL, Alsip)

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:36:00 GMT

Position Overview:

Provides the strategic guidance, focus, discipline, and execution of all marketing activity within designated commerical customer account teams using a variety of solution tools

Succession Plan: person could be promoted to Senior Customer Marketing Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages, assesses, analyzes, and synthesizes customer (including prospect), consumer, category, and competitive insights and applies learnings to augment the success (increased revenue, profitability) of aligned customer-base.
Performs primary marketing research and collects secondary marketing research to proactively & reactively meet customer's needs. Information is analyzed, synthesized, and a communication presentation developed to deliver the research accurately and on-target with customer needs.
Leads development and execution of presentations (including but not limited to: capabilities, company history, market insight & trends, product insight, consumers, Solution-based BOR product presentations, etc.).
Supports overall commercial teams to achieve fiscal financial targets for aligned accounts.
Provides the strategic direction for all customer account plans identifying growth areas working closely with co-commercial team leaders to ensure positive financial growth.
Identifies & leverages customer value propositions, providing on-going strategic leadership for aligned accounts.
Champions customer needs, internally and externally and serves as a primary link to execution and championing of the Food Architect four-phase process and workflow.
Builds marketing-to-marketing relationships within customer-base of aligned accounts.
Leads and participates in cross-functional corporate initiatives to drive the financial success of Griffith Laboratories. These initiatives may be one-time and/or recurring.
Leads department-specific activities such as proactive review of market channel & provides communication to commercial team members on impact to Griffith business.
Responsible for gathering of competitive Intelligence and applying learning’s to building plans to defend or grow business at aligned accounts.
Responsible for the proper use of the CRM tool to accurately execute opportunities led and supported by marketing.
Has accountability for leading the coordination, planning, management and commercialization of Express Technovations programs in collaboration with the Culinary team.
Support execution of tradeshows in alignment with functional plans.
Must consistently and efficiently manage resources to effectively "service" its customer-base and assigned cross-functional team projects.
Must know how to tailor a communication objective (language, tone, and manner) to m

QS Manager (IL, Alsip)

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:27:00 GMT

Overview:

Provides leadership and direction within the QS Department and Sanitation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Approves all changes in methodology and equipment.

Approves borderline data.

Approves raw material evaluations.

Approves sanitary design of plant equipment.

Approves test frequency.

De-certifies problem suppliers.

Develops flow maps of processes.

Develops goals and objectives with team interaction.

Facilitates HACCP Team.

Implements statistical techniques.

Issues monthly recap report on variations and complaints.

Participates in high level tours.

Represents department in Customer/FDA Inspections and Audits.

Represents QS in Plant Management Meetings.

Reviews Team Leader, Technical Assistant, Microbiologist and Analytical Chemist for performance and salary review.

Serves as technical support for customers.

Sets budget guidelines.

Sets policy on GMP/GLP.

Signs off on all product specs to customers and suppliers.

Responsible for oversight of Master Sanitation plan and Pest Control Program.

Global GCI Director (IL, Alsip)

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:39:00 GMT

Position Overview:

The Continuous Improvement Director is responsible for driving continuous improvement within Griffith Worldwide while adhering to accepted safety, quality and productivity standards within company policy and approved budget.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·Manage the development and execution of the annual GCI program to achieve budget expectations for Griffith Worldwide.

·Complete assigned schedules, duties and responsibilities effectively and efficiently

·Contribute to and organize improvement projects, providing feedback to those responsible for managing and implementing.

·Complete all reporting as necessary (PIT, GCI) to record and track success and financial results

· Complete monthly report on worldwide tracking and activity.

· Manage Sustainability opportunities and external requests and reporting

· Champion Global Supply Chain Projects as determined for continuous improvement

· Coordinate Global Supply Chain Metrics reporting and training

· Work with SVP of Global Supply Chain and IT regarding capital

Regulatory Specialist (IL, Alsip)

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:04:00 GMT

Position Overview:

Provides Regulatory support and expertise both internally within Griffith Laboratories, and externally with our clients to support the overall business strategy of the organization. Creates and interprets FDA and USDA labeling. Regularly communicates verbally and electronically with R&D, Sales, and Clients to support defense and growth of the business.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Coordinates and provides required documentation support for internal and external customers. Support documentation includes but not limited to: Specifications, Ingredient Statements, Allergen Statements, Genetically Modified Statements, Kosher, Halal, MSDS, Range Formulas, Nutrition Information, Country of Origin information.
Interprets and applies proper terms for Griffith Laboratories' ingredients to create accurate finished product labels.
Is well versed in FDA and USDA labeling procedures and labeling nuances.
Creates and interprets FDA and USDA labeling.
Reconciles nutritional properties of raw materials.
Regularly communicates with R&D, Sales, Clients.
Coordinates across functions to gather technical information needed to fulfill Regulatory requests.
Communicates with external governing agencies to facilitate certification of materials, products, and promote positive business relationships.
Collects, edits, and transmits technical information to and from other Griffith Companies.
Coordinates/carries out specific projects related to Regulatory Compliance and the Regulatory Department. Assists in selected training of personnel.
Coordinates the dissemination of electronic formula information to all functions to facilitate the development and production of safe and regulatory compliant food products. Provides formula disclosure to customers where authorized.
Responsible for handling, maintaining, and enhancing the security of all information regarding product formulas and other technical information.
Represents Regulatory and Product Development in professional business relationships with GLUS client and supplier base, academia, government, and corporations in the food industry.
Ability to focus priorities and work under pressure with multiple deadlines.

Purchasing Agent (IL, Alsip)

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:32:00 GMT

Responsibilities:

The candidate will lead the strategic purchasing process for several assigned categories for food ingredients. Primary responsibilities include the negotiation, purchase and risk management of various food commodities; the development and management of supplier relationships in conjunction with internal stakeholders (Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Research & Development, Finance, and Customer Service); and the management of strategic contracts that include an emphasis on quality, continuous improvement and service.

Develop and manage the budgetary process for assigned categories. This person will lead and/or support cross functional teams that impact Griffith's Strategic Positioning working closely with several internal stakeholders to assure an optimized cost of use for their category responsibilities. In addition they will communicate with internal and external customers on raw material issues and pricing variances to the Operating Plan. This individual will be expected to drive process solutions and have strong project management and analytical skills

Lead and manage ingredient spend categories as required.

Drive cost savings through continuous improvement activities.

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Conduct Key Quarterly Supplier meetings, assist in audit process, and the rating of suppliers. Resolve supplier and internal customer issues.

Jointly plan and execute supplier/category strategies for assigned categories. Conduct research on market dynamics, cost drivers and supplier business models. Lead or assist in negotiating strategic contracts and implementing preferred supplier agreements for US and/or Global Griffith entities.

Establish, monitor, and manage the Operating Plan budget through various tools: Raw Material Forecasting, GCI, $ wtd Lead Time, $ Wtd DPO, etc.

Ensure compliance to purchase orders in accordance with established policies, procedures and contract terms (i.e., price, time, freight, etc.).

Proactively communicate supply chain issues to appropriate internal and external customers and coordinate solution implementation.

Provide commodity input to customers as required by sales and marketing. Interact with customer purchasing organizations to make market recommendations for commodity coverage acting as GLUS' commodity expert.

Provide assistance to the Global Griffith locations with risk management, procurement training and category management.

Act as purchasing representative/lead on cross functional projects.

Apply legal and ethical behavior to negotiations and supplier relationships.

This person will need to manage and resolve supply issues in a global supply chain.

The changes moving through Griffith Laboratories will require this person to influence and change a number of well established processes for any number of categories.

Working fairly independently, and dependen

Warehouse Operator - Custom Culinary (IL, Oswego)

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:17:00 GMT

Overview: Responsible for verifying quantity, quality, labeling, and addressing of products and items of merchandise ready for shipment. Duties & Responsibilities: Counts and examines packaging and contents of items for conformance to company specifications Compares items packed with customer's order and other identifying data Reads pick list to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves, or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department Marks materials with identifying information Records amount of materials distributed Arranges stock parts in specified sequence for assembly by other workers Uses computer to enter data Maintains inventory records Reports stock inaccuracies to supervisor

Sr. Cost Accountant (IL, Alsip)

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:07:00 GMT

Position Overview:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide financial support to the Manufacturing and Supply Chain departments within the GLUS organization. Support cost function within GLUS. This includes reporting and analysis for all manufacturing operations within the Alsip and Lithonia plants including (but not limited to) spending, productivity, capacity utilization, variance analysis, budgeting development, and monthly forecasting. The position will ensure inventories are properly valued and standards are accurately set and maintained in the plants. Associate will provide assistance in evaluation of capital expenditures, post audit evaluations and validation of GCI savings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Month end Responsibilities - Completion of all manufacturing and inventory related reports and journal entries.
Responsible for generating and analyzing work order and production variance reporting for Alsip and Lithonia plant leadership teams. Analysis will require resolution of data accuracy issues and recommendations on corrective actions to be taken.
Individual will be responsible for preparation, reconciliation and analysis of month end inventory and cost entries for the closing process as assigned by the Director of Finance.
Responsible for maintaining electronic month end departmental expense reporting files (master GL file) and AP-Pcard consolidated electronic report to support individual month balances. Analysis and review of spend variance will require follow-up, corrective actions (journal entry reclasses) and meetings with budget managers to assess spending variances and future outlook.
Responsible for generating and analyzing weekly yield reporting by plant. Data to be used to reduce material losses in the plant and will require active management with production leaders. Report also needs to be available on a monthly basis for trending and pricing purposes.
Individual will assist in the development of the annual operating plan and update and maintain annual work center standards and productivity (routing) standards for product portfolio.
Will assist Director of Finance in updating forecasted outlooks during the year.
Associate will provide assistance in evaluation of capital expenditures, post audit evaluations and validation of GCI savings.
Understanding the systems and ensuring information is accurate and reliable before reporting is critical to this role.
Ability to multi-task, meet tight timelines and prioritization of workload are a key challenge of this position
The incumbent will be required to review information, test for accuracy and completeness before reporting. Ultimately, understanding the use of the data and assessing reasonableness before reporting is a required decision making capability

Packer (IL, Oswego)

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:57:00 GMT

Position Overview: Responsible for the set-up, operation, adjustment, and clean-up of packaging equipment. The equipment includes form fill and seal packaging machines, bulk packaging machines, jar packaging machine, check weighers, metal detectors and case fillers. The packer ensures that quality products are packaged in a safe, efficient, and sanitary manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: �Dispenses product into the mezzanine hopper �Reads packaging schedule or follows verbal instructions to ascertain product to be dispensed into the hopper �Unloads and loads drums of product to and from pallet by hand by operating manual or electric hand jack �Opens drums of product and unloads/ loads drums of product onto electric dumper or electric hoist �Reads product number and lot number of each unit of product and communicates to the line operator the product and lot number of each unit �Clean and attach identifying tags or labels to each drum with designated label �Wash and assemble mezzanine and lower level hopper, parts and clean entire work area �Reads packaging schedule or follows verbal instructions to label the packaging material �Review and inspects labels to verify accuracy and clarity of printing �May affix labels to corrugated materials, jars, bottle or bag �Operates glue machine �Observes packaged precuts for uneven or torn edges to determine which labels are usable �Places container in shipping containers �Compares items packed with schedule and other identifying date and records the amount of materials labeled and completes line check forms �Stacks cases onto pallets in designated format and operates automated case packer and printer �Transports pallets of product to designated staging area �Maintains a clean and orderly work area �May operate a fork lift �Performs other duties as assigned

2nd Shift Packaging Machine Operator (Avon) (OH, Avon)

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:45:00 GMT

Overview:

This position is responsible for set-up, operation, and clean-up of Form-Fill-and Seal Machine, conveyors, metal detectors, and Pail/Cup Line according to the specifications of that day's production.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Reads and interprets production schedules in order to accurately pack Finished Goods
Disassembles, cleans, re-assembles and operates all packaging equipment
Disassembles, cleans, re-assembles sanitary piping, conveyors, and associated line components
Sets-up equipment according to production schedule
Cleans Chill Tanks and Packaging Room
Samples product for weight control and records data

Maintenance Technician (OH, Avon)

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:23:00 GMT

Position Overview:

Responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery, equipment, physical structures, pipes and electrical systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment
•Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction
•Diagnose problems or repair machines
•Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery
•Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment
•Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
•Repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment
•Repairs and maintains physical structure of the building
•Installs, programs, or repairs automated machinery such as robots or programmable controllers
•Sets up and operates machine tools such as grinders and drills
•Operates cutting torch or welding equipment
•Perform PM's as required
•May operate a forklift as required

Quality System Technologist AVON (OH, Avon)

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Position Overview

Responsible for operation of the QS Laboratory. Completes analytical and environmental microbiological tests in accordance with regulatory requirements and quality standards to insure that accurate, verifiable results are obtained.Provides technical support to Operations, R&D and Customer Service. Functions as back-up to CC Regulatory Manager. Functions as liason to USDA Inspector.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Process raw material, work-in-process and finished good samples and generate analytical test results for salt, pH, water activity, viscosity, sensory evaluation etc.
Perform daily, monthly and annual equipment calibration and maintenance activities
Train and certify Quality Systems Technician(s) to properly perform analytical tests so accurate results are generated.
Compare test results to specifications and determine if product tested should be released or placed on hold.
Coordindates data entry into TQM database for product specification management and product release.
Maintains proper documentation of all QS records.
Lead / Coordinate monthly analytical check sample program.
Maintains GLP standards in QS Lab
Coordinates retain sample management
Maintains QS Lab Supplies Inventory
Provides primary QS role to Pre-operational Inspection and equipment release.
Coordinates proper Microbiological sampling of raw material, in process and finished product.
Participates in operational problem solving to support continuous improvement activities.
Assists with customer complaint investigations.
Maintains a thorough understanding of Food Safety (HACCP) program and Quality requirements
Other activities defined by the Plant Quality Manager
Problem solving microbial related issues that could affect the food safety of our products and implementing appropriate corrective actions.
Making decisions to hold or release raw materials, work-in-process or finished goods based upon analytical / organoleptic results.
Determining if the specifications provided by a raw material supplier are adequate / complete so they can be used to generate the nutritional / label information for our finished goods.

Food Scientist (Medina) (OH, Medina)

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:51:00 GMT

Position Overview:

Participates in planning and conducting projects to develop new and improved products forour customers. Applies scientific and culinary principles in the development, production,quality control, packaging, processing of food products by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Works with minimal supervision from the R+D Manager to develop formulas and processing procedures of moderate complexity for new and improved products. Level of supervision depends on project complexity. Participates in all aspects of assigned tasks including proposal of ideas and recommendations based on an evaluation of the results.
Ensures that samples are sent out accurately and on time for customer evaluations.
Coordinates product presentations to other departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing) and to customers.
Evaluates new raw materials in product applications.
Maintains good laboratory records.
Keeps up to date on necessary technical skills and knowledge through reading and training.
Communicates internally with other departments to exchange technical information. Communicates externally with customers and suppliers.
Communicates with sales to share technical information and project timing.
Works with other scientists in a cooperative manner.
Follows protocol for entering formulas onto the computer system.
Leads production trials of new products both internally and with customers.
Provides guidance to Technicians.
Key challenges in this position are lack of promotion spend reporting to enable efficient reconciliation procedures.
This position is responsible authorizing daily check requests.

Director of Business Development (IL, Lombard)

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:23:00 GMT

Custom Culinary, Inc. has manufactured and marketed food products to the food service industry for more than 60 years. Custom Culinary^® has been perfecting the art of flavorful foods during its rich history of providing a full line of authentic culinary flavor systems that consistently offer best-in-class performance and enable food service professionals to create signature products. The company believes that its future success is going be driven by its people, its brand and what it stands for, culinary expertise and innovation.

Custom Culinary® is headquartered in Lombard, Illinois and has manufacturing facilities located in Oswego, Illinois and Avon, Ohio. The company’s product range includes soup bases, sauces, gravies, soups, flavored compounds, flavored butters, marinades and seasonings.

Custom Culinary, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Griffith Laboratories. A key endeavor in the company’s evolution is to leverage the global presence of Griffith Laboratories. The desire is to use the branded product model of Custom Culinary® to build a business focused on foodservice segments in targeted global geographic regions.

THE POSITION:

The Director of Business Development position will report to the Vice President of Sales and Marketing and have a strong working relationship with the leadership team including the President.

The candidate we seek will have a unique opportunity to play a key role in enabling growth and the evolution of the company. The position will be charged with making contributions in strategic, analytical and tactical aspects of building the foodservice business in the Hispanic segment in the United States. The position will collaborate with all cross-functional disciplines, such as R&D (Custom Culinary® and Griffith Laboratories), Culinary, Operations, Quality and Business Development in multiple countries. This position offers the exceptional opportunity to establish and lead the execution of a vision for the growth of the company through geographic expansion. This manager will bring a best-in-class business management vision consistent with the executive team’s vision and organization’s values, breaking new ground, inviting new dimensions to the company’s strategy and long-term vision. Holding a key role the candidate must bring critical requisites that include an entrepreneurial vision paired with an experienced foodservice sales background and simultaneous abilities to influence listen and partner with customers, peers and subordinates.

The candidate we seek will have a demonstrated track record of successfully developing business strategy and execution within a foodservice manufacturer environment. It is critical that the individual understand the glo