MFG OPERATIONS RESOURCE LEADER

Plant Manager

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

Responsibilities

Direct area supervisors and associates in the proper usage of safe manufacturing practices, including the hazards of products being produced and ensure accountability

Validate proper scheduling to maximize line efficiency while minimizing labor costs

Communicate plan needs of the service groups to the needs of 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 areas of the plant to ensure SQR standards are being 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 the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum :

Associate degree in a related field or equivalent work experience

Knowledge of department operations and procedures

Ability to understand complex verbal and written instructions

Desired :

Manufacturing plant supervisor experience

Working Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance