MFG OPERATIONS LEAD 1st Shift

Kroger Manufacturing; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to lead departmental operations in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, aligning with core values of respect and integrity. You will be responsible for overseeing daily tasks, facilitating communication, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality principles. With a commitment to employee growth, the company offers comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and tuition reimbursement. Join a team that values diversity and innovation while making a positive impact on the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Emotional and financial support

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Training programs for growth

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess critical thinking skills.
• Forklift certification is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the department in the absence of the Supervisor and ensure efficient operations.
• Coordinate training and address issues via Quality Improvement Process.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Effective verbal communication

Basic math skills

Forklift certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Role Overview: Responsible for leading the department in the absence of the Supervisor, ensuring efficient operations and achievement of departmental goals. Perform all tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately to support the plant's performance in Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR), and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership aligned with our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System Principles, embodying our core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Company Background: From a small Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we've grown into the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states under 28 different names. We are committed to bringing diverse teams together to feed the human spirit through innovation and exceptional experiences for customers, communities, and colleagues.

Our Culture: We value people and strive to provide the tools for success at work and in life. We support your growth with comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, flexible scheduling, emotional and financial support, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and career development opportunities.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holiday, and sick pay.
• Support services such as counseling and financial coaching.
• Associate discounts on various purchases.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000.
• Training programs and diverse career pathways for growth.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal communication
• Forklift certification
• Basic math skills

Preferred Qualifications and Responsibilities:

• Previous food manufacturing experience
• Receive and assign daily tasks, direct associates accordingly
• Coordinate training and cross-training
• Address issues via Quality Improvement Process and Work Order System
• Assist in developing and ensuring SOP compliance
• Participate in team meetings, represent shift issues, and communicate with management
• Facilitate intra-departmental communication
• Complete necessary operational and safety tasks
• Maintain attendance and work overtime as needed
• Uphold Kroger Values and Food Safety Principles at all times
• Support SQF 2000 System and Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Ability to work around food allergens and perform essential job functions with or without accommodations