MFG BLOW MOLD OPERATOR

Kroger Family of Companies; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Manufacturing in Virginia is seeking a dedicated machine operator to run and maintain equipment, ensuring all daily orders are met with strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include following standard work, completing safety observations, and accurately documenting activities. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to work around food ingredients and allergens in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Follow safety procedures and wear all required PPE.
• Read and follow standard work for the assigned machine.
• Maintain legibility of all documentation and records.

Responsibilities

• Effectively and safely operate and maintain the assigned machine and related equipment to meet daily orders.
• Complete safety observations when assigned.
• Monitor product to ensure quality standards are met or exceeded.
• Read and follow standard work for the machine and adhere to all processes.
• Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately and legibly.

Skills

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for all aspects of machine operation and changeover activities to achieve and maintain world class quality. 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 - Follow all safety procedures including wearing all required personal protective equipment

• Effectively and safely operate and maintain the assigned machine and all related equipment to ensure all daily orders are met
• Complete safety observations when assigned
• Read and follow standard work for assigned machine
• Follow all standard work processes
• Verify proper components at the work station before beginning a job
• Monitor product to ensure quality standards are met or exceeded
• Complete -If down, do- list for this position when conditions dictate
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation accurately and legibly
• Maintain reliable attendance, including overtime as needed
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion
• Actively participate in Total Process Control activities
• Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
• 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

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum

• Basic math skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective written communication skills, including legibility

QUALIFICATIONS Desired

• High School Diploma or GED
• Any previous food manufacturing experience