Mfg Maintenance Resource Leader

Job Description

Lead the effective execution of all plant maintenance and assigned projects, in support of safety, quality and continuous improvement. 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) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles.

Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

• Ensure a safe, efficient and effective use of all supervised craft resources
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Ensure compliance to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), National Electrical Code (NEC), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations
• Direct mechanics in the performance of approved maintenance work including quality control, duration, cost and thoroughness
• Assign and inspect all planned preventative maintenance (PPM) work orders
• Review available planned job packages for completeness and correctness; refine and finalize labor, materials, parts, methods and priorities
• Identify, arrange and track the skills training and development needs of each team member; ensure prompt assignment of mechanics to specific jobs relative to individual abilities
• Ensure that good housekeeping and safe work practices are followed throughout the facility
• Clean shop areas daily, including spare parts room and offices
• Provide support and leadership in troubleshooting equipment
• Ensure all labor, parts and work are reported daily through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• 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
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens

• Bachelor's Degree a related field or 5 years of progressive experience in maintenance supervision
• Experience in the food industry dealing with preventative/predictive maintenance process, technical guidance and development of the maintenance work force
• Functional knowledge and use of Microsoft Office and CMMS
• Proven leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical ability
• Knowledge of Food Safety Principles, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and EPA and OSHA requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering
• Experience in continuous improvement activities
• Plant maintenance supervisor

Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Smith’s Food and Drug merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Smith’s customers in over 140 stores throughout Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho and Wyoming. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose:
To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow.

If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We’ll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage,…