MFG MAINTENANCE RESOURCE LEADER

Smith's Food & Drug Centers; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith's Food & Drug Centers in Tolleson, AZ is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead plant maintenance activities that support safety, quality and reliability. You will oversee craft resources, coach staff, review performance, and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NEC and FDA regulations.

You will direct maintenance work, manage planned maintenance, and track labor, parts and work in CMMS while advancing continuous improvement and safe food production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5 years of progressive experience in maintenance supervision.
• Experience in the food industry with preventive/predictive maintenance and workforce development.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, efficient and effective use of all supervised craft resources
• Supervise and coach direct reports; complete performance reviews and provide feedback
• Ensure compliance to OSHA, EPA, DHEC, NEC, and FDA regulations
• Direct mechanics in maintenance work including quality, duration and cost
• Assign and inspect all planned maintenance work orders
• Review labor, materials, parts, methods and priorities for job packages
• Identify and arrange skills training for team members
• Ensure good housekeeping and safe work practices

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical/chemical engineering

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

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

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree 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 work force


• Functional knowledge and use of Microsoft Office and CMMS


• Proven leadership skills


• Excellent communication skills


• Strong analytical ability


• Knowledge of Food Safety Principles, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and EPA and OSHA requirements

Desired

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering


• Experience in continuous improvement activities


• Plant maintenance supervisor

About Us

Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Smith’s Food and Drug merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Smith’s customers in over 140 stores throughout Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho and Wyoming. As part of the Kroger family of companies, 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.

What You’ll Receive From Us

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 with Goldman Sachs Ayco.


• 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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

About The Team

Jobs at Kroger Logistics: To supportand reward our hardworking and friendly associates, we offer much more than just a paycheck. We strive to feed your future by offering the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. Our associates receive a full plate of benefits that promote their physical, emotional and financial well-being, including access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health resources, associate discounts and opportunities to learn, grow and advance. Our associates also get to help us make a difference in our communities through our Zero Hunger | Zero Waste and Framework for Action: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans. Visit the thekrogerco.com to learn more about our work in the communities we serve and how our associates help us be a good neighbor.

Health & Well-being Benefits

• Health care benefits


• Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave


• Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program

Financial Benefits

• Participation in a 401(k) plan, subject to certain eligibility requirements


• Group term life insurance eligible


• Eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance


• Associate discounts

Growth And Development Benefits

• Tuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements


• Robust internal training and development resources to grow your career

We want the best for associates and our customers, and together, we strive to create a welcoming and engaging environment where you’ll love to work. If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our team, we look forward to getting to know you!