Food Manufacturing Maintenance Resource Leader

Kroger; Murray (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Child care support

Job summary

A leading food retailer located in Murray, KY, is seeking a Maintenance Resource Leader to oversee plant maintenance and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in maintenance supervision. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong leadership skills and knowledge of food safety and EPA regulations. The position is full-time with benefits including medical, 401(k), and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5 years of experience in maintenance supervision.
• Experience in the food industry and maintaining processes.
• Proven ability to lead and develop the maintenance workforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of plant maintenance and assigned projects.
• Supervise and coach direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical ability

Knowledge of Food Safety Principles

Knowledge of EPA and OSHA requirements

Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office

Experience in preventative/predictive maintenance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Other bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Food Manufacturing Maintenance Resource Leader

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in 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 workforce
• Functional knowledge and use of Microsoft Office and CMMS
• Proven leadership skills
• Strong analytical ability
• Knowledge of Food Safety Principles, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and EPA and OSHA requirements

Desired Experience

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

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Manufacturing, and Management

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance
• Child care support

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