Lead, facilitate and monitor the safety processes and compliance functions to ensure all safety issues are resolved and all compliance matters are maintained as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Kroger Co. Involve and assist the entire plant team in meeting individual and plant safety goals and objectives. 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. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.
Responsibilities- Essential Job Functions:
- Support all areas of the physical safety and Behavioral Accident Prevention Process (BAPP) with consistency and advocacy.
- Coordinate all safety training and maintain documentation.
- Prepare all reports incidental to Regulatory Compliance functions.
- Test and evaluate air quality throughout facility.
- Evaluate costs, order emergency response equipment and develop emergency response training programs.
- Monitor and record information regarding sanitary practices by in-plant personnel; identify potential problems, and assist in determining corrective action.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all FDA, OSHA, EPA, and local, state, and federal regulations.
- Coordinate personnel training in proper use of respirators; maintains the Respiratory Protection Plan.
- Oversee training in: GMPs, Plant safety rules (LOTO, Electrical safe work practices), chemical safety, MSDSs, Confined Space Entry, Allergens, asbestos safety, Respiratory Protection, and HACCP.
- Support the continued improvement of the Safety 4 Key Driver process.
- Assist in accident investigations and follow up to resolution.
- Conduct safety inspections to remove physical barriers that cause injuries.
- Utilize RINCON system to enter observation data for the BOS Steering Team, 4 Key Drivers Team and Management team to use in driving change in our safety process.
- Conduct safety orientation for new associates and maintain training documentation.
- 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
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
- Previous office experience or plant experience.
- Previous safety compliance experience.
- OSHA 30 Hour training.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Self-motivated and self-directed.
- Basic math skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Strong attention to detail, with high degree of accuracy and precision.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong administration, planning, facilitation and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and complete work with little supervision.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
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.
Skills Required
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Self-motivated and self-directed
- Basic math skills
- Basic computer skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong administration, planning, facilitation, and organizational skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and complete work with little supervision
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
- Previous office or plant experience
- 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.
