Risk Operations Specialist

TITLE

Risk Operations Specialist

LOCATION

Hybrid in Alsip, IL and Lombard, IL

COMP RANGE

$84,000 - $107,000 Griffith Foods is hiring a Risk Operations Specialist to support the day‑to‑day execution of our global risk management program, with an initial primary focus on claims administration and tactical risk processes for a global food ingredients manufacturing business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administer global property, casualty, management liability & cyber claims with a focus on timely claim reporting and proactive action plans to support efficient resolution. Coordinate first notice of loss (FNOL) with operating business units, insurers, brokers, and other stakeholders. Maintain risk management systems, claim databases, schedules of insurance, and exposure data to support audits and renewals. Support insurance policy administration (certificates of insurance, endorsements, renewal document organization) and respond to internal requests with appropriate controls. Identify loss trends and repeat loss drivers; identify risk improvement opportunities and support Risk Management, Operations, and site leadership in development and execution of risk improvement plans. Develop recurring reporting (claim counts, incurred losses, top drivers, aging, deductible utilization) and ad‑hoc analyses to support decisions. Support annual insurance renewals and carrier procurement processes through data preparation, loss runs, exposure validation, and market submissions. Provide analytical support for premium allocation and total cost of risk (TCOR) analysis across operating business units/regions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Understanding of manufacturing operations and site‑level realities to support effective claim investigation and loss prevention follow‑up. Ability to operate in a global, multi‑site environment with diverse regulations and stakeholders. Practical understanding of how insurance and risk costs affect financial outcomes and how data supports operational improvements. Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, Insurance, or related field OR equivalent experience. 2-5 years of experience in corporate risk management, insurance, claims, or brokerage/TPA environment. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple open items, maintain strong documentation, and communicate effectively with non‑risk stakeholders. Willingness to work onsite in Alsip, IL and Lombard, IL 2 days per week. Must possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

WHAT MAKES YOU APPLICABLE

Advanced degree (MBA/MS) a plus; relevant risk/insurance/claims coursework or concentration preferred. Experience supporting insurance renewals, broker data requests, and insurer audits. Strong Excel/data skills; experience building simple dashboards and trend analyses. Comfort coordinating across multiple sites/regions; willingness to travel periodically to manufacturing locations. Experience with claims administration in a manufacturing, industrial, or consumer products setting strongly preferred.

BENEFITS

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. Griffith Foods embraces WorkFlex, allowing employees to work remotely and select options like compressed work weeks, flex time, etc. Applicants must reside within a commutable distance to both Alsip, IL and Lombard, IL and be able to travel to other locations periodically for meetings. #J-18808-Ljbffr Griffith Laboratories