MFG SR CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT MGR na 0620 King Soopers
0620 King Soopers · Cincinnati, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Professional
- Escritório em Cincinnati
Responsibilities
- Assist manufacturing plant/DC teams in eliminating waste and reducing process variation/operational costs
- Gain agreement with the appropriate teams on value-added focal areas for the plant/DC
- Assist in recruiting/training green/black belt learners and support them in project selection, execution, and sustainment
- Facilitate best practice sharing from six sigma projects and serve as liaison between plants/DCs
- Work with manufacturing plant/DCs to support and monitor the Total Process Control (TPC) problem solving methodology
- Support/develop glide paths and actions plans, monitor reliability metrics and DC asset utilization
- Provide engineering project Vertical Start-Up (VSU) guidance related to CI and goal achievement
- Provide leadership/direction for Kroger DownTime (KDT)
- Drive changeover time reduction to improve productivity/equipment uptime
- Partner with internal/external consultants to drive CI implementation efforts
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing and Supply Chain 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
- Bachelor's Degree engineering or a related technical field
- 2+ years successful leadership of functional assignment within core CI responsibilities such as TPC, Belt Program, Quality Systems and recruitment
- 2+ years of demonstrated success/leadership of the essential job functions within multiple/diverse product line plant and/or distribution center assignments
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing/distribution operations working with LEAN principles
- Six Sigma green belt
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to use statistics to develop process analyses and application to operation challenges
- Demonstrated competence in materials/training methods
- Ability to import raw data, utilize templates/tools and develop action plans
- Strong negotiation/influencing skills
Desired
- Six Sigma black belt/master black belt
About Company
Jobs at Kroger Logistics: To support and reward our hardworking and friendly associates, we offer much more than just a paycheck. We strive to feed your future by offering the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. Our associates receive a full plate of benefits that promote their physical, emotional and financial well-being, including access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health resources, associate discounts and opportunities to learn, grow and advance. Our associates also get to help us make a difference in our communities through our Zero Hunger | Zero Waste and Framework for Action: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans. Visit the thekrogerco.com to learn more about our work in the communities we serve and how our associates help us be a good neighbor.
Below is a list of some of the benefits we offer our associates.
Health & Well-being Benefits:
- Health care benefits
- Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
- Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
Financial Benefits:
- Participation in a 401(k) plan, subject to certain eligibility requirements
- Group term life insurance eligible
- Eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance
- Associate discounts
Growth and Development Benefits:
- Tuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements
- Robust internal training and development resources to grow your career
We want the best for associates and our customers, and together, we strive to create a welcoming and engaging environment where you’ll love to work. If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our team, apply now. We look forward to getting to know you!
Company
What you’ll receive from 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 with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- 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.
