Mfg Distribution Technician Entry Level

Perform required tasks and duties for the designated position, as determined by team composition and crewing needs. Must maintain timely progress through assigned operational training. Must flexibly perform a variety of roles in a team-based environment. 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.Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Smith's Food and Drug merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Smith's customers in over 140 stores throughout Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho and Wyoming.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, 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 Smith's family!Minimum

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Basic mechanical reasoning skills
• Basic reading (comprehension) and math skills (counting, addition and subtraction)
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and readily adapt to change
• Positive, approachable demeanor
• Effective oral/written communication skills
• Active listening skills
• Effective problem-solving ability
• Highly self-motivated, with ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Must demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance

Desired

Manufacturing experience in food/beverage- Demonstrate willingness and ability to learn; Maintain timely arrival and attendance for scheduled shift

Make timely progress in completing the training and skill development required to master at least one designated rotational position for the core team s operational function

Steadily pursue and master leadership and operational skill development as required to advance to Tech Level 1 performance within the established time frame

Demonstrate fundamental knowledge and behavior required for safe execution of operational roles

Demonstrate clear understanding of essential information and behavior required to ensure product quality

Read equipment-specific standard work before engaging machinery

Model role-appropriate leadership behavior in keeping with Kroger Values

Exhibit functional understanding of plant strategy, functions and operational objectives

Collaborate with training coordinator or resource leader to maintain expected pace of technical and leadership development

Complete cross-training as determined by team composition and objectives

Show commitment to team goals through cooperative and aligned behavior

Communicate with team members to overcome obstacles through collaboration

Invite and share ideas and feedback to leverage team strength in solving problems

Maintain positive, professional interaction with team members

Adapt own behavior and efforts in response to changing team requirements or circumstances

Actively participate in team meetings and discussions

Ask questions to clarify, obtain key information, and challenge the ideas of others

Provide active support to any team member when needed to maintain operations

Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements

Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles

Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens

- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation