Responsible for coordinating behavioral safety/ BAPP and compliance functions to ensure all safety issues are resolved and all compliance mattersmaintained as prescribed by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Kroger Technology. Serve as a liaison for manufacturing associates andmanagement in safety-related matters. Involve and assist the entire plant team in meeting individual and plant safety goals and objectives. Perform alljobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) andour Customer 1st strategy. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safetyof others.
Responsibilities- Essential Job Functions:
- Lead all areas of the behavioral safety and BAPP process flawlessly and consistently.
- Enter and retrieve data, tract observer progress to maintain acceptable contact rate using RINCON software.
- Facilitate Safety Committee and BAPP steering meetings and projects.
- Enter work requests into the EMPAC system and update safety work orders weekly.
- Participate and present data and results in plant-wide and department meetings.
- Prepare all period, monthly and quarterly safety data for submission to departmental diary notes.
- Facilitate or participate in accident investigation.
- Support development and coordinate the completion of all Job Safety Analyses (JSAs); update and maintain as necessary in cooperation with TrainingCoordinator and appropriate managers.
- Conduct and schedule Safety and Observer training for new hires, observers and steering team members as necessary.
- Participate in corporate or OSHA plant safety audits (physical and administrative), and assist in action planning for improved results.
- Apply proven behavioral analysis and problem-solving methods to train associates on each shift to help investigate accidents and remove at-riskbehaviors.
- 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.
- Desired Previous Job Experience
- Experience in manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience as BAPP Coach.
- Participation on plant safety teams and projects.
- Previous safety compliance experience.
- OSHA 30-Hour training.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Proven leadership skills.
- Ability to interact, present to and work with all levels of the organization.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Strong attention to detail, with high degree of accuracy and precision.
- Strong administration, planning, facilitation and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to comprehend complex verbal and written instructions.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to travel independently.
Skills Required
- At least 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Proven leadership skills
- Ability to interact, present to, and work with all levels of the organization
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong administration, planning, facilitation, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to comprehend complex verbal and written instructions
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to travel independently
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Previous experience as a BAPP Coach
- Participation on plant safety teams and projects
- Previous safety compliance experience
- OSHA 30-Hour training
Kroger Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kroger and has not been reviewed or approved by Kroger.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage in many union divisions has been protected or improved in recent contracts, with some regions avoiding proposed cuts and others expanding spousal coverage and strengthening short‑term disability. Mental‑health resources and 24/7 access are also emphasized, supported by third‑party recognition in recent years.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include a company 401(k) with a match and, in many union roles, access to pension or variable annuity plans that have been stabilized through recent agreements. Match levels and pension participation vary by division and role, so specifics require local confirmation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Education assistance through “Feed Your Future” offers substantial tuition support for both part‑ and full‑time associates, alongside free financial coaching. Perks such as associate discounts and periodic Boost membership offers add incremental value to total rewards.
Kroger Insights
What We Do
At Kroger, we believe no matter who you are or how you like to shop, everyone deserves affordable, easy-to-enjoy, fresh food. This idea is embodied in our simple tagline—Fresh for Everyone™. Kroger ranks as one of the world’s largest retailers. We are nearly half a million associates across 2,800 stores in 35 states operating two dozen grocery retail brands and 34 manufacturing and 44 distribution locations, all dedicated to living our Purpose: to Feed the Human Spirit™. Together, we serve more than 11 million customers daily in our stores and online through convenient e-commerce options like pickup, ship and delivery, serving America through food inspiration and uplift. Customers love Our Brands, including the popular Kroger®, Private Selection® and Simple Truth® brands. Our own manufacturing plants produce many of Our Brands products, including breads, dairy products, meat and thousands of grocery items. We also believe in and are committed to doing our part to create #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025.








