MFG COOLER

Kroger Manufacturing; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kroger Manufacturing in Hutchinson, KS is hiring a Warehouse Operator to safely operate and maintain warehouse equipment, meet daily orders, and ensure product quality. You will follow safety procedures, verify components, and complete all paperwork accurately while upholding Food Safety and Quality Principles.

Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance, working with various warehouse vehicles, and participating in Total Process Control activities.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills are required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain assigned machines and equipment to meet daily orders.
• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Monitor product quality to meet standards.
• Read and follow warehouse policies.
• Operate warehouse equipment and vehicles and use hand tools as needed.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair of equipment when required.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Verify correct components at the workstation before starting a job.
• Complete required paperwork clearly and legibly.
• Participate in Total Process Control (TPC) activities.
• Plan, oversee and participate in warehouse operations and activities.
• Maintain regular attendance and overtime as needed.
• Adhere to programs and practices to produce safe, quality foods.
• Work around ingredients and foods that may contain allergens.

Skills

Basic math skills

Effective oral and written comms

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for all aspects of warehouse operation, including equipment and products within the warehouse and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all assigned job functions 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

• Safely and effectively operate and maintain assigned machines and all related equipment to ensure daily orders are met
• Responsible for all safety procedures, including the wearing of all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Monitor product to ensure quality standards are met or exceeded
• Read and follow standard work for warehouse policies
• Safely operate a variety of warehouse equipment and vehicles and utilize a variety of hand tools
• Arrange for the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment when needed
• Complete safety observations
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion
• Verify proper components at the work station before beginning a job
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation, writing clearly and legibly
• Complete �If down, do� list for this position when conditions warrant
• Actively participate in Total Process Control (TPC) activities
• Plan, oversee and participate in warehouse operations and activities
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance, as well as working overtime as needed
• 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

• Basic math skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Desired

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

Job Info

• Job Identification 221970
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Locations 2600 E 4th Ave, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Line of Business Manufacturing
• Banner Name Kroger Manufacturing
• Education Level High school graduate
• Preferred License and Certification Valid Driver License

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, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, 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.