Mfg Vacancy Relief Operator

Kroger•Hutchinson, KS

About The Position

Responsible for all aspects of machine operation and changeover activities to achieve and maintain world-class quality. The operator performs work safely, efficiently, and accurately to maintain and improve plant performance in Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR), and the Customer 1st strategy. The role provides leadership embodying the 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles and demonstrates the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. The operator must be able to work around ingredients or finished products known to contain food allergens and perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Effective written communication skills, including legibility.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Previous food manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

  • Follow all safety procedures, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
  • Effectively and safely operate and maintain the assigned machine and related equipment to ensure daily orders are met.
  • Complete safety observations when assigned.
  • Read and follow standard work for the assigned machine and all standard work processes.
  • Verify proper components are at the workstation before beginning a job.
  • Monitor product to ensure quality standards are met or exceeded.
  • Complete the “If down, do” list for this position when conditions dictate.
  • Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately and legibly.
  • Maintain reliable attendance, including overtime as needed.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
  • Actively participate in Total Process Control activities.
  • Follow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
  • Remain accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.
  • Work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens.
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