Smith's Food & Drug Centers
MFG PLANT SENIOR ENGINEERING LEADER
Smith's Food & Drug Centers, Lynchburg, Virginia, us, 24513
MFG PLANT SENIOR ENGINEERING LEADER at Smith's Food & Drug Centers
Position Summary
Direct, schedule and control all plant engineering/maintenance functions to obtain optimum efficiencies from the equipment, utilities and overall facilities. 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. From our historic roots as a century‑old grocery store, we have grown into the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states, operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we bring diverse teams with a passion for food and people together under 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.
What You’ll Receive From Us
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.
Desired Previous Job Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering.
6+ years of experience in the food industry dealing with capital project development and management, preventative maintenance administration, maintenance workforce management, budget responsibility and federal regulations/requirements (pay level‑10).
Minimum Position Qualifications/Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with relevant experience.
5+ years of technical experience in the food industry.
Knowledge of Food Safety Principles, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), EPA and OSHA requirements.
Strong attention to detail, with high degree of accuracy and precision.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking ability.
Proven leadership skills.
Ability to foster positive working relationships with key stakeholders.
Essential Job Functions
Provide engineering guidance and leadership at the plant level.
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
Lead the development and implementation of the plant/business unit 3‑year capital plan including preparing capital appropriation requests, developing competitive equipment and service bids, releasing purchase order contracts, exercising effective project management, controlling project funds, facilitating training and achieving the project deliverables.
Recommend and or assist in equipment/processing system modifications and replacements.
Remain up-to-date on technology related to plant operations.
Develop, implement and control approved budgets.
Create and maintain the appropriate engineering records including equipment records and manuals, drawings and diagrams, inspection reports and legal records.
Drive the integrated maintenance process which includes the establishment and administration of an effective predictive/preventative maintenance program, work order procedures and optimized parts inventory.
Oversee the identification, selection, skills assessment, training, performance evaluation and development process for maintenance and engineering associates.
Lead energy management and efficiency initiatives, inclusive of plant, division and company goals.
Work closely with outside agencies such as OSHA, EPA and FDA to ensure plant compliance with current regulations.
Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.
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.
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What You’ll Receive From Us
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.
Desired Previous Job Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering.
6+ years of experience in the food industry dealing with capital project development and management, preventative maintenance administration, maintenance workforce management, budget responsibility and federal regulations/requirements (pay level‑10).
Minimum Position Qualifications/Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with relevant experience.
5+ years of technical experience in the food industry.
Knowledge of Food Safety Principles, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), EPA and OSHA requirements.
Strong attention to detail, with high degree of accuracy and precision.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking ability.
Proven leadership skills.
Ability to foster positive working relationships with key stakeholders.
Essential Job Functions
Provide engineering guidance and leadership at the plant level.
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
Lead the development and implementation of the plant/business unit 3‑year capital plan including preparing capital appropriation requests, developing competitive equipment and service bids, releasing purchase order contracts, exercising effective project management, controlling project funds, facilitating training and achieving the project deliverables.
Recommend and or assist in equipment/processing system modifications and replacements.
Remain up-to-date on technology related to plant operations.
Develop, implement and control approved budgets.
Create and maintain the appropriate engineering records including equipment records and manuals, drawings and diagrams, inspection reports and legal records.
Drive the integrated maintenance process which includes the establishment and administration of an effective predictive/preventative maintenance program, work order procedures and optimized parts inventory.
Oversee the identification, selection, skills assessment, training, performance evaluation and development process for maintenance and engineering associates.
Lead energy management and efficiency initiatives, inclusive of plant, division and company goals.
Work closely with outside agencies such as OSHA, EPA and FDA to ensure plant compliance with current regulations.
Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.
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.
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