MFG QUALITY RESOURCE LEADER

Kroger; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Career growth programs

Job summary

Kroger Crawfordsville plant is seeking a leader to oversee food safety and quality systems, ensuring safe, high-quality foods across production and distribution. You will manage SQF compliance, audits, HACCP and HARPC programs while coaching staff and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes safe operations, adherence to GMPs, and alignment with Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles, with a focus on safety, quality, reliability and customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science or related field.
• 2+ years progressive quality assurance lab experience.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret journals, reports and legal documents.
• Ability to apply statistical process control concepts.
• Strong interpersonal communication and knowledge of food safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Safe Quality Food (SQF) certification audits.
• Conduct training for Food Safety, Laboratory Safety, Regulatory Compliance and CI strategies.
• Assist product development with process improvements.
• Review raw material and formula specifications.
• Ensure receiving procedures comply with quality and safety standards.
• Audit sanitation via environmental testing, product testing and inspections.
• Support GMP walkthroughs and food safety/quality initiatives.
• Monitor HACCP, HARPC, SSOPs, allergens, and finished product specifications.
• Follow programs to produce safe quality foods meeting regulatory/company requirements.
• Support SQF 2000 systems development and maintenance.

Skills

QA lab experience

Statistical methods

Interpersonal skills

Reading technical journals

Education

Bachelor's in food science or related field

Job description

Provide leadership and administer support in the areas of food safety and quality systems to assure the production and distribution of safe, quality foods. Manage and oversee programs to sustain compliance with Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality requirements. 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

• Participate in the Safe Quality Food (SQF) certification audits
• Conduct training for Food Safety, Laboratory Safety, Regulatory Compliance and Continuous Improvement Strategies
• Assist Corporate Food Technology with product development and/or product/process improvement projects
• Review raw material and formula specifications
• Ensure that receiving procedures for incoming and outgoing ingredients are in compliance with quality and safety standards
• Audit plant sanitation process through environmental testing, product testing and physical inspections
• Support quality initiatives by participating in routine Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) walkthroughs and participating in or leading any food safety or quality initiatives
• Monitor to ensure that Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Hazard Analysis and Risk-based Preventive Controls (HARPC), Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), allergen programs, formulations, and finished product meet specification.
• 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 provides feedback to direct reports
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree in food science or a related field
• 2+ years progressive quality assurance lab experience
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents
• Ability to apply statistical process control concepts
• Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills
• Working knowledge of food safety programs, microbiological and sanitation concepts
• Working knowledge of food manufacturing plant operations
• Provide support to production in continuous improvement effort

Job Info

• Job Identification 230349
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Posting Date 09/16/2026, 05:01 PM
• Locations 800 N Englewood Dr, Crawfordsville, IN, 47933, 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.
• 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.