LOGISTICS/SR CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT MANAGER

Lead improved productivity results by incorporating voice of the customer feedback into Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives. Assist manufacturing plants/distribution centers (DCs) with CI/Maintenance Excellence efforts by tracking and communicating progress related to objectives, specific improvement initiatives and efforts designated by the CI senior director, operating executives, and business partners.

Coach manufacturing plant/distribution center CI Leaders (CILs) in creating teams and equip them with the tools/knowledge to achieve goals and improve productivity. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire division 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 one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names.

As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with 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.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!

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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page ! MINIMUM

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a related technical field
• 2+ years of demonstrated success/leadership of the essential job functions within multiple/diverse product line plant and/or distribution center assignments
• 2+ years successful leadership of functional assignment within core CI responsibilities such as TPC, Belt Program, Quality Systems and recruitment
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing/distribution operations working with LEAN principles
• Six Sigma green belt
• Excellent oral/written communication skills
• Strong negotiation/influencing skills
• Ability to import raw data, utilize templates/tools and develop action plans
• Demonstrated competence in materials/training methods
• Demonstrated ability to use statistics to develop process analyses and application to operation challenges

DESIRED

• Six Sigma black belt/master black belt
• Lead, develop, and support manufacturing plant/DC CILs during certification training and with daily responsibilities
• Assist manufacturing plant/DC teams in eliminating waste and reducing process variation/operational costs
• Gain agreement with the appropriate teams on value-added focal areas for the plant/DC
• Assist in recruiting/training green/black belt learners and support them in project selection, execution, and sustainment
• Facilitate best practice sharing from six sigma projects and serve as liaison between plants/DCs
• Work with manufacturing plant/DCs to support and monitor the Total Process Control (TPC) problem solving methodology
• Support/develop glide paths and actions plans, monitor reliability metrics and DC asset utilization
• Provide engineering project Vertical Start-Up (VSU) guidance related to CI and goal achievement
• Provide leadership/direction for Kroger DownTime (KDT)
• Drive changeover time reduction to improve productivity/equipment uptime
• Partner with internal/external consultants to drive CI implementation efforts
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing and Supply Chain Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Skills

Best Practices, Coaching, Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Experience, Customer/Client Research, Customer1, Data Import/Export, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Distribution Operations, Distribution Services, Diversity, Engineering, Food Purchasing, Food Quality, Food Safety, Grocery Stores, Health Plan, Hyperion SQR, Leadership, Logistics, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Metrics, Negotiation Skills, Operations Processes, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Policy Development, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Control Engineering, Process Development, Productivity Management, Project Execution, Recipe Development, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Six Sigma, Six Sigma Black Belt, Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Startup, Statistics, Supply Chain, Time Management, Training Program, Writing Skills

About the Company

Kroger Co.