Position Summary: Work to master operational/technical and leadership requirements of all operational positions within the assigned team. Must maintain timely progress through assigned operational training. Must flexibly perform a variety of roles in a team-based environment. 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 1 st 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.
Desired Previous Job Experience:
1 year of experience in food/beverage manufacturing
Technician Level 1
Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:
Must be at least 18 years of age
High School diploma or GED
Must demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance including participation in rotational scheduling
Highly self-motivated, with ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Effective problem-solving ability
Active listening skills
Effective oral/written communication skills
Positive, approachable demeanor
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and readily adapt to change
Basic reading (comprehension) and math skills (counting, addition and subtraction)
Basic mechanical reasoning skills
Strong team player with effective interpersonal skills
Sound conflict resolution ability
Essential Job Functions:
Sustain mastery of the operational/technical skills required for effective execution of all core team positions
Maintain punctual, reliable attendance for scheduled shift
Participate in the team's rotational schedule when fully qualified at Tech Level 2 performance
Model safe behavior in execution of all operational roles
Perform all duties in a manner that ensures product quality
Model role-appropriate leadership behavior in keeping with Kroger Values
Demonstrate actions motivated by functional understanding of plant and team scorecard metrics, including Safety, Quality, Reliability and unit cost
Assume responsibility for one core leadership role within the team, such as Focus Area Champion or Facilitator
Show strong commitment to team goals through cooperative and aligned behavior
Communicate with team members to overcome obstacles through collaboration
Invite and share ideas and feedback to leverage team strength in solving problems
Maintain positive, professional interaction with team members
Adapt own behavior and efforts in response to changing team requirements or circumstances
Actively participate in team meetings and discussions
Ask questions to clarify, obtain key information, and challenge the ideas of others
Provide active support to any team member when needed to maintain operations
Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
