Senior Project 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.

Purpose of the position

This position is responsible for developing, recommending and implementing cost-effective food manufacturing projects and process improvements within the product requirements, quality standards, and sustainability platform specified by the customer(s) at a local Priority setting. Responsible for carrying out local capital projects. This involves the development of a project plan and scope, organizing and coordinating schedules, and documenting all aspects of projects such as directing outside contractors, FAT / SAT Protocols, cost control, project integration into the plant operation, and training coordination.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• He / She is well experienced in Industrial Project management: starting from designing specifications together with Suppliers and internal stakeholders down to follow up the installation and deliver the ramp-up.
• Plans and implements assigned engineering projects including defining the project scope, project activities, milestones, contractor requirements as well as plant and customer requirements.
• Leads project planning and control, including scope definition, schedule development, budget management, expenditure forecasting, and progress reporting.
• Manages CAPEX process and outcomes, including budget control and cashflow forecasting at sites level.
• Maintains interface with Business Unit to provide project updates and ensures customer needs are met.
• Coordinates preparation and delivery of project deliverables, design documents, and bid packages.
• Prepares interim and completion project reports.
• Leads full engineering lifecycle including Frontend Engineering Design (FEED), detailed design, FAT/SAT, commissioning, validation (CQV), and Vertical Start-Up (VSU), ensuring smooth transition through all project phases.
• Acts as SME for Project Management, Early Management & VSU; owns the VSU roadmap; mentors/coaches Project Engineers.
• Maintains and annually updates site Master Plans; interfaces with Business Unit & Supply Chain Leadership for capital planning; supports standards/ways of working.
• Reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, sustainability, ergonomics, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications.
• Coordinates the launch of new / revised manufacturing upgrades including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.
• Performs research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment, promoting sustainability, and maximizing safety and wellbeing of our employees.