Layton Dairy MFG Machine Operator

Kroger Family of Companies; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies in Layton, Utah seeks entry-level team members for rotational roles supporting core operational functions. You will train across stations, learn leadership skills, and contribute to safe, high-quality production.

Ideal candidates bring basic mechanical reasoning, strong attendance, and good communication. The program emphasizes teamwork, problem solving, and alignment with Kroger values in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic mechanical reasoning skills.
• Basic reading and math skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change.
• Positive, approachable demeanor.
• Effective oral/written communication skills.
• Active listening skills.
• Effective problem-solving ability.
• Highly self-motivated with ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Must demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance.

Responsibilities

• Make timely progress in completing the training and skill development required to master at least one designated rotational position for the core team's operational function.
• Steadily pursue and master leadership and operational skill development as required to advance to Tech Level 1 performance within the established time frame.
• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge and behavior required for safe execution of operational roles.
• Demonstrate clear understanding of essential information and behavior required to ensure product quality.
• Read equipment-specific standard work before engaging machinery.
• Model role-appropriate leadership behavior in keeping with Kroger Values.
• Exhibit functional understanding of plant strategy, functions and operational objectives.
• Collaborate with training coordinator or resource leader to maintain expected pace of technical and leadership development.
• Complete cross-training as determined by team composition and objectives.
• Show commitment to team goals through cooperative and aligned behavior.
• Communicate with team members to overcome obstacles through collaboration.
• Invite and share ideas and feedback to leverage team strength in solving problems.
• Maintain positive, professional interaction with team members.
• Adapt own behavior and efforts in response to changing team requirements or circumstances.
• Actively participate in team meetings and discussions.
• Ask questions to clarify, obtain key information, and challenge the ideas of others.
• Provide active support to any team member when needed to maintain operations.
• 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 work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Job description

Perform required tasks and duties for the designated position, as determined by team composition and crewing needs. Must maintain timely progress through assigned operational training. Must flexibly perform a variety of roles in a team-based environment. 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 - Demonstrate willingness and ability to learn; Maintain timely arrival and attendance for scheduled shift

• Make timely progress in completing the training and skill development required to master at least one designated rotational position for the core team's operational function
• Steadily pursue and master leadership and operational skill development as required to advance to Tech Level 1 performance within the established time frame
• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge and behavior required for safe execution of operational roles
• Demonstrate clear understanding of essential information and behavior required to ensure product quality
• Read equipment-specific standard work before engaging machinery
• Model role-appropriate leadership behavior in keeping with Kroger Values
• Exhibit functional understanding of plant strategy, functions and operational objectives
• Collaborate with training coordinator or resource leader to maintain expected pace of technical and leadership development
• Complete cross-training as determined by team composition and objectives
• Show commitment to team goals through cooperative and aligned behavior
• Communicate with team members to overcome obstacles through collaboration
• Invite and share ideas and feedback to leverage team strength in solving problems
• Maintain positive, professional interaction with team members
• Adapt own behavior and efforts in response to changing team requirements or circumstances
• Actively participate in team meetings and discussions
• Ask questions to clarify, obtain key information, and challenge the ideas of others
• Provide active support to any team member when needed to maintain operations
• 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 work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum

High School Diploma or GED

Must be at least 18 years of age

Basic mechanical reasoning skills

Basic reading (comprehension) and math skills (counting, addition and subtraction)

Able to work in a fastpaced environment and readily adapt to change

Positive, approachable demeanor

Effective oral/written communication skills

Active listening skills

Effective problemsolving ability

Highly selfmotivated, with ability to work well both independently and as part of a team

Must demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance

Desired

Manufacturing experience in food/beverage