The Role
Lead and manage plant safety and regulatory compliance programs (OSHA, EPA, FDA). Maintain safety plans (respiratory protection, emergency response), conduct audits/inspections, investigate incidents, train and oversee safety teams, compile and submit regulatory reports, and drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and reliability.
Summary Generated by Built In
Lead, facilitate/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/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. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Responsibilities- Provide updates to the Leadership team regarding safety concerns, regulatory compliance issues and corrective action plans
- Manage the compilation/submission of reports, surveys and audits required by regulatory agencies
- Develop, review and maintain the Emergency Response Plan to meet compliance standards established by federal, state and local regulations
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all FDA, OSHA, EPA, local, state, and federal regulations
- Administer/maintain the Respiratory Protection Plan to meet compliance standards (i.e. respirator training, maintenance, fit testing, medical evaluation)
- Manage the development, analysis, maintenance and training of policies, procedures and standards to ensure adherence with applicable compliance requirements and Kroger standards (i.e. Plant safety rules, GMPs, Hazard Communication, Confined Space, LOTO)
- Administer measures necessary to comply with state and U.S. E.P.A. Clean Air Act, including required reporting compliance forms
- Ensure compliance with applicable Sewer and Water Permitting actions
- Manage data gathering, analysis and submittals of all appropriate annual reports to the EPA (i.e. Section 311, 312 and 313 reporting)
- Facilitate the investigation of incidents, accidents and near miss reports to identify root cause and lead implementation of corrective action to prevent reoccurrence
- Oversee, train and advise the safety teams to ensure continual improvement in the facilities behavioral and physical safety process
- Conduct internal safety audits and inspections to identify potential problems and/or hazards
- 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
QualificationsMinimum
- Any Behavioral Based Safety experience
- Any compliance/regulatory experience with knowledge of applicable regulatory requirement
- CRP/First Aid Certification
- OSHA 10 Hour or SafetyTech Training
- Ability to read/interpret safety documents
- Position level determined by plant size, operational complexity and leadership experience
- Ability to work independently, handle multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines
- Strong analytical skills/attention to detail and investigative mindset
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Strong administration, planning, facilitation and organizational skills
Desired
- Bachelor's Degree a related field
- Any OSHA 30 Hour Training Certification and experience managing direct reports (pay level - 7)
- 2+ years compliance/regulatory and Behavioral Based Safety experience (pay level - 6)
- Manage the compilation/submission of reports, surveys and audits required by regulatory agencies
- Develop, review and maintain the Emergency Response Plan to meet compliance standards established by federal, state and local regulations
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all FDA, OSHA, EPA, local, state, and federal regulations
- Administer/maintain the Respiratory Protection Plan to meet compliance standards (i.e. respirator training, maintenance, fit testing, medical evaluation)
- Manage the development, analysis, maintenance and training of policies, procedures and standards to ensure adherence with applicable compliance requirements and Kroger standards (i.e. Plant safety rules, GMPs, Hazard Communication, Confined Space, LOTO)
- Administer measures necessary to comply with state and U.S. E.P.A. Clean Air Act, including required reporting compliance forms
- Ensure compliance with applicable Sewer and Water Permitting actions
- Manage data gathering, analysis and submittals of all appropriate annual reports to the EPA (i.e. Section 311, 312 and 313 reporting)
- Facilitate the investigation of incidents, accidents and near miss reports to identify root cause and lead implementation of corrective action to prevent reoccurrence
- Oversee, train and advise the safety teams to ensure continual improvement in the facilities behavioral and physical safety process
- Conduct internal safety audits and inspections to identify potential problems and/or hazards
- 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
QualificationsMinimum
- Any Behavioral Based Safety experience
- Any compliance/regulatory experience with knowledge of applicable regulatory requirement
- CRP/First Aid Certification
- OSHA 10 Hour or SafetyTech Training
- Ability to read/interpret safety documents
- Position level determined by plant size, operational complexity and leadership experience
- Ability to work independently, handle multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines
- Strong analytical skills/attention to detail and investigative mindset
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Strong administration, planning, facilitation and organizational skills
Desired
- Bachelor's Degree a related field
- Any OSHA 30 Hour Training Certification and experience managing direct reports (pay level - 7)
- 2+ years compliance/regulatory and Behavioral Based Safety experience (pay level - 6)
Skills Required
- Behavioral Based Safety experience
- Compliance/regulatory experience with knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, FDA)
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- OSHA 10 Hour or SafetyTech Training
- Ability to read and interpret safety documents
- Ability to work independently, handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and investigative mindset
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Strong administration, planning, facilitation and organizational skills
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- OSHA 30 Hour Training Certification and experience managing direct reports
- 2+ years compliance/regulatory and Behavioral Based Safety experience
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.
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The Company
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.
