Develop clear specifications and guidelines for equipment purchases and working agreements with outside architects, engineers, construction managers and contractors
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
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provides feedback to direct reports
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Desired Previous Job Experience
Project Management certification
Capital project management >$5MM
5+ years mechanical systems experience (power plant, steam, boiler, refrigeration)
15+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience
Division capital plan management, reconciliation of spending to budget, and interaction with capital management
Leadership of mechanical systems and sustainability
Leadership of Maintenance Excellence team
Leadership/tracking of Engineering department budget
Oversight of engineering internship or career training programs
Capital project/program management >$25MM
Minimum Position/Education Qualifications
Bachelors degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
10+ years of progressive engineering experience in food manufacturing
Ability to make major decisions with limited information
Technical expertise with Kroger manufactured products, ammonia refrigeration systems, compressed air system, steam systems, HVAC, building standards and codes, construction methods, sanitary design, controls and automation network infrastructure