MFG LAB TECH

Kroger Co.; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Co. is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician to participate in product testing, audits and calibrations to uphold food safety and quality standards at the Kentucky plant.

You will help maintain documentation and support SQF 2000 system improvements while adhering to Kroger Manufacturing principles. The role requires an associate degree and at least two years of QA lab experience, with strong written and verbal communication and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field.
• Minimum of two years previous quality assurance lab experience.
• Knowledge of food safety programs, microbiological and sanitation concepts.
• Functional knowledge and use of Microsoft Office.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform required product tests, audits and calibrations to ensure food safety and ensure consistent quality.
• Maintain accurate documentation.
• Complete tasks on If down, do lists.
• Complete safety observations as assigned.
• Keep work area neat and clean.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Basic math and computer skills

Education

Associate degree in related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary: Participate in programs to sustain compliance with Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality requirements. Responsible for product tests, audits and calibrations. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of SQR and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform required product tests, audits and calibrations to ensure food safety and ensure consistent quality.

• Maintain accurate documentation.

• Complete tasks on If down, do lists.

• Complete safety observations as assigned.

• Keep work area neat and clean.

• Ability to work overtime.

• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.

• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.

• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Desired Previous Job Experience/Education:

• Associate degree in related field

• Minimum of two years previous quality assurance lab experience

• Knowledge of food safety programs, microbiological and sanitation concepts

• Functional knowledge and use of Microsoft Office

Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• High school diploma or GED

• Basic math and computer skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills