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INTRODUCTION

Provide technical and professional leadership to the Engineering and/or Maintenance department. Responsible for the budgeting and execution of maintenance, utilities, and minor capital. Ensure maintainability and reliability of equipment, buildings and facilities to achieve a high level of asset preservation at a reduced operating cost. 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree related field or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing or logistics setting
• 1 year of experience in a leadership role in a maintenance organization
• Any experience in small project management
• Any experience in ammonia refrigeration operation and maintenance (where applicable)
• Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent organization, communication and leadership skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree
• Any maintenance planner/scheduler or supervisor or manager experience
• Any proactive maintenance experience
• Any experience with energy/sustainability

Responsibilities

• Drive the Maintenance Excellence process by leading an effective predictive/preventative maintenance (PPM) program through work order procedures, parts inventory, employee training, scheduling, efficiency improvements, and compliance
• Develop, implement and control the department's budgets
• Lead people processes in department by guiding, coaching and developing direct reports
• Communicate and facilitate the materials, equipment and spare parts standardization and interchangeability program
• Recommend equipment modifications or replacement to improve safety, quality or throughput
• Perform engineering analysis to determine root cause for the most critical and repetitive failures
• Create and maintain the appropriate engineering records including equipment records and manuals, drawings and diagrams, inspection reports and legal records as required by the appropriate agencies
• Work closely with outside agencies, i.e., OSHA, EPA, FDA, etc., to ensure compliance with current regulations
• Manage all outside contractors and third-party contractors performing any maintenance or facility work
• Lead the development and implementation of the 3-Year Minor Capital Plan inclusive of due diligence for project feasibility, preparing capital requests, creating contracts, effective project management and achieving the project deliverables
• Recommend and oversee energy conservation initiatives
• Operate, maintain and repair all aspects of the ammonia system (where applicable)
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation