MFG SAFETY/RC MANAGER

Kroger Manufacturing; Murray (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Kroger Manufacturing in Murray, KY seeks a Lead for safety and regulatory compliance to ensure OSHA standards are met and the plant operates safely and efficiently.

You will work with plant teams to implement the Emergency Response Plan, manage regulator reports, train safety personnel, and drive continuous improvements in safety, quality, and reliability.

We value integrity and a strong safety culture; the role requires independent work and the ability to manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with Behavioral Based Safety and regulatory compliance.
• CRP/First Aid Certification.
• OSHA 10 Hour or SafetyTech Training.
• Ability to read/interpret safety documents.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong administration, planning, facilitation and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide updates to the Leadership team regarding safety concerns and corrective action plans.
• Manage compilation and submission of reports, surveys and audits required by regulators.
• Develop, review and maintain the Emergency Response Plan to meet standards.
• Maintain knowledge of FDA, OSHA, EPA, local, state, and federal regulations.
• Administer the Respiratory Protection Plan to meet standards (training, maintenance, fit testing, medical evaluation).
• Develop, analyze, maintain and train policies, procedures to Kroger standards (Plant safety rules, GMPs, Hazards, Confined Space, LOTO).
• Ensure EPA reporting compliance forms are completed.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses to identify root causes and preventive actions.
• Oversee training of safety teams to drive continual safety improvements.
• Conduct internal safety audits and inspections for hazards.
• Ensure compliance with Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.
• Perform essential job functions with/without accommodations.
• Work around ingredients and allergens.

Skills

Behavioral Based Safety

Regulatory compliance

OSHA 10

Safety documentation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Administration & planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead, facilitate/monitor the safety processes and compliance functions to ensure all safety issues are resolved and all compliance matters are maintained as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and The Kroger Co. Involve/assist the entire plant team in meeting individual and plant safety goals and objectives. 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. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

- Provide updates to the Leadership team regarding safety concerns, regulatory compliance issues and corrective action plans
- Manage the compilation/submission of reports, surveys and audits required by regulatory agencies
- Develop, review and maintain the Emergency Response Plan to meet compliance standards established by federal, state and local regulations
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all FDA, OSHA, EPA, local, state, and federal regulations
- Administer/maintain the Respiratory Protection Plan to meet compliance standards (i.e. respirator training, maintenance, fit testing, medical evaluation)
- Manage the development, analysis, maintenance and training of policies, procedures and standards to ensure adherence with applicable compliance requirements and Kroger standards (i.e. Plant safety rules, GMPs, Hazard Communication, Confined Space, LOTO)
- Administer measures necessary to comply with state and U.S. E.P.A. Clean Air Act, including required reporting compliance forms
- Ensure compliance with applicable Sewer and Water Permitting actions
- Manage data gathering, analysis and submittals of all appropriate annual reports to the EPA (i.e. Section 311, 312 and 313 reporting)
- Facilitate the investigation of incidents, accidents and near miss reports to identify root cause and lead implementation of corrective action to prevent reoccurrence
- Oversee, train and advise the safety teams to ensure continual improvement in the facilities behavioral and physical safety process
- Conduct internal safety audits and inspections to identify potential problems and/or hazards
- 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

- Any Behavioral Based Safety experience
- Any compliance/regulatory experience with knowledge of applicable regulatory requirement
- CRP/First Aid Certification
- OSHA 10 Hour or SafetyTech Training
- Ability to read/interpret safety documents
- Position level determined by plant size, operational complexity and leadership experience
- Ability to work independently, handle multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines
- Strong analytical skills/attention to detail and investigative mindset
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Strong administration, planning, facilitation and organizational skills

Desired

- Bachelor's Degree a related field
- Any OSHA 30 Hour Training Certification and experience managing direct reports (pay level - 7)
- 2+ years compliance/regulatory and Behavioral Based Safety experience (pay level - 6)

Job Info

• Job Identification 220342
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Posting Date 08/19/2026, 02:17 PM
• Locations 300 N Lp Miller St, Murray, KY, 42071, US (On-site)

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.