Kroger
Dairy Manufacturing Aseptic Process Engineer
Previous experience in food manufacturing with Aseptic process highly preferred
Description Provide technical expertise and process guidance in the area of aseptic liquid processing and packaging for all food manufacturing plants. 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.
Responsibilities
Function as a contributor in the development of Kroger Manufacturing's aseptic product strategy
Create detailed engineering and design plans for aseptic food products ranging from dairy products, juices, blended products, viscous concentrates and pastes
Optimize, troubleshoot and maintain existing aseptic manufacturing lines to improve quality, productivity and safety
Prepare conceptual process and packaging designs which can enhance existing or new aseptic product portfolio
Manage multiple assigned projects establishing manpower, budgets, scheduling, equipment, and materials
Evaluate and present appropriate current and new equipment and technology
Prepare process analysis of existing processing technologies and systems
Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis
Participate in industry tradeshows and technical conferences to identify new technologies and innovations in aseptic processing and packaging applicable to the Kroger Company
Incorporate personnel safety, food safety and regulatory requirements into all solutions
Maintain an up-to-date awareness of Federal, State, and Local engineering codes and 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 Systems
Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing 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
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Chemical Engineering or a related field
3+ years of Aseptic dairy process experience
6+ years of progressive engineering experience in food/beverage manufacturing and dairy processing
Demonstrated interpersonal skills with strong grasp of engineering disciplines, plant operations and construction
Ability to travel significantly (75%)
Proficient in Microsoft office; adept at project scheduling and spreadsheet
Experience formulating and executing plans that when complete, met pre-defined project goals
Relevant technical expertise and application knowledge of aseptic processing and packaging
Desired Experience
Experience in the food manufacturing industry with a strong preference for dairy or beverage
Capital project management >$1MM
Knowledge of other liquid food and beverage processing technologies including extended shelf-life (ESL), ultra clean and hot fill a plus
Proven experience in food safety, hygienic design, aseptic, beverage, dairy and juice design standards
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering, Project Management, and Quality Assurance
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Dairy Product Manufacturing
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Description Provide technical expertise and process guidance in the area of aseptic liquid processing and packaging for all food manufacturing plants. 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.
Responsibilities
Function as a contributor in the development of Kroger Manufacturing's aseptic product strategy
Create detailed engineering and design plans for aseptic food products ranging from dairy products, juices, blended products, viscous concentrates and pastes
Optimize, troubleshoot and maintain existing aseptic manufacturing lines to improve quality, productivity and safety
Prepare conceptual process and packaging designs which can enhance existing or new aseptic product portfolio
Manage multiple assigned projects establishing manpower, budgets, scheduling, equipment, and materials
Evaluate and present appropriate current and new equipment and technology
Prepare process analysis of existing processing technologies and systems
Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis
Participate in industry tradeshows and technical conferences to identify new technologies and innovations in aseptic processing and packaging applicable to the Kroger Company
Incorporate personnel safety, food safety and regulatory requirements into all solutions
Maintain an up-to-date awareness of Federal, State, and Local engineering codes and 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 Systems
Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing 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
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Chemical Engineering or a related field
3+ years of Aseptic dairy process experience
6+ years of progressive engineering experience in food/beverage manufacturing and dairy processing
Demonstrated interpersonal skills with strong grasp of engineering disciplines, plant operations and construction
Ability to travel significantly (75%)
Proficient in Microsoft office; adept at project scheduling and spreadsheet
Experience formulating and executing plans that when complete, met pre-defined project goals
Relevant technical expertise and application knowledge of aseptic processing and packaging
Desired Experience
Experience in the food manufacturing industry with a strong preference for dairy or beverage
Capital project management >$1MM
Knowledge of other liquid food and beverage processing technologies including extended shelf-life (ESL), ultra clean and hot fill a plus
Proven experience in food safety, hygienic design, aseptic, beverage, dairy and juice design standards
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering, Project Management, and Quality Assurance
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Dairy Product Manufacturing
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