Manufacturing Operations Resource Leader

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate and supervise daily activities of assigned department; ensure efficient operations. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR). Demonstrate respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety values.

• Wide range of healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage through company plans or collective bargaining agreements
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service
• Emotional and financial support: free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program and confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and more
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career via the Continuing Education program
• Potential for growth: industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of department operations and procedures
• Ability to understand complex verbal and written instructions

• Manufacturing plant supervisor experience
• Working knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance
• Direct supervision of area supervisors and associates in safe manufacturing practices, including product hazards and accountability
• Validate proper scheduling to maximize line efficiency while minimizing labor costs
• Communicate plan needs of the service groups to the production area; including changeovers, preventative maintenance, waste and material needs for the current and following production day
• Communicate and follow up on any quality or safety defects to all levels of the organization for prompt evaluation
• Support and participate in the plant safety process
• Oversee all plant areas to ensure SQR standards are met on all products
• Follow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Supervise and coach direct reports in performance duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation