Machine Operator Jobs

Department: MFG Production
Position Type: Employee
Position Reports To: Plant Supervisor
Position Supervises: N/A
Pay Level:
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

Responsible for all aspects of machine operation and changeover activities to achieve and maintain world class quality. 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.

Essential Job Functions:

• Complete “If down, do” list for this position when conditions dictate
• Monitor product to ensure quality standards are met or exceeded
• Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
• Complete safety observations when assigned
• Follow all safety procedures including wearing all required personal protective equipment
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion
• Verify proper components at the work station before beginning a job
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Maintain reliable attendance, including overtime as needed
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Read and follow standard work for assigned machine
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Effectively and safely operate and maintain the assigned machine and all related equipment to ensure all daily orders are met
• Follow all standard work processes
• Actively participate in Total Process Control activities
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation accurately and legibly

Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:

• Effective written communication skills, including legibility
• Strong attention to detail
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Basic math skills

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Previous food manufacturing experience

Leadership Behaviors: Achieves Results through Teamwork, Coaches and Develops Others, Communicates Effectively and Candidly, Executes with Excellence, Leads Change and Innovation, Leads through Positive Influence, Provides Clear and Strategic Direction, Puts the Customer First. For more information on the Kroger Leadership Behavior model, click here.

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED Desired
Required Certifications/Licenses: None
Shift(s): Day; Evening; Overnight
Regions: Midwest

States: Indiana
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