MFG PLANT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Kroger Co.; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Kroger Co. is seeking a plant supervisor in Crawfordsville, IN to oversee daily production activities, ensure safety, and drive performance across safety, quality and reliability goals.

The role requires coordinating departments, leading shift teams, and maintaining documentation for production processes. The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of lean practices.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing plant.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and supervise daily activities of assigned departments to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Oversee setup of machinery and equipment prior to production for smooth flow.
• Monitor production processes and address issues to maintain quality and reliability.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field or 3+ years experience

Job description

Crawfordsville, IN, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Position Summary: Plan, coordinate and supervise the daily activities of assigned departments, such as maintenance, operations and the warehouse, to ensure efficient operations. Responsible for ensuring all tasks performed by associates and others are performed safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality and Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1 st 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

• Support and participate in the plants safety process.
• Oversee daily activities of assigned shift relying on high degree of concentration and knowledge of the operations process, and provide necessary, daily communication with managers, leads, and all associates.
• Plan, coordinate and advise department associates of work to be completed each day.
• Oversee daily set up of machinery and equipment prior to production for efficient and effective operation.
• Monitor production process to ensure smooth flow.
• Receive and resolve operation problems for assigned shift.
• Monitor performance of department associates to ensure adherence to established standards and procedures such as safety and housekeeping.
• Give verbal and written reports daily to the production manager and any other necessary personnel to fulfill appropriate documentation.
• Visually inspect products and operations to ensure quality of products and work. Ensure plant achieves 85% reliability on production lines.
• Facilitate or schedule communication meetings regularly with department associates.
• Provide progressive training to develop shift leads.
• Provide regular feedback to associates on performance against all department and plant goals and objectives.
• 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.
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Desired Previous Job Experience

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing plant
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing practices

Minimum Position Qualifications & Education

• Bachelors degree in a discipline supporting food manufacturing operations or 3+ years equivalent experience and training
• Thorough knowledge of department operations and procedures
• Basic math and computer skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to understand complex instructions
• Ability to write brief reports and log documentation

Job Info

• Job Identification 244904
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Posting Date 10/26/2026, 04:00 PM
• Locations 800 N Englewood Dr, Crawfordsville, IN, 47933, US (On-site)

Benefits

• 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.