Aseptic Beverage Manufacturing Process Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCherry Hills Village, Arapahoe County, Colorado, 80113, United States
This position serves as a technical expert and process guide for aseptic liquid processing and packaging across all Kroger Manufacturing food plants. The role is designed to uphold the company's "Customer 1st" strategy while driving performance in Safety, Quality, and Reliability (SQR). You will function as a key contributor to the development of Kroger Manufacturing's aseptic product strategy, creating detailed engineering and design plans for a diverse range of products including dairy, juices, blended products, viscous concentrates, and pastes.
Day-to-day, you will optimize, troubleshoot, and maintain existing aseptic manufacturing lines to enhance quality, productivity, and safety. The role involves managing multiple projects from conception to completion, establishing manpower, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation. You will evaluate current and new equipment, conduct feasibility studies, and perform cost-benefit analyses to ensure solutions align with operational goals. Additionally, you will participate in industry tradeshows and technical conferences to identify emerging technologies and innovations applicable to the Kroger Company.
Safety and compliance are central to this position. You will incorporate personnel safety, food safety, and regulatory requirements into all solutions, maintaining an up-to-date awareness of Federal, State, and Local engineering codes. You will support the development and improvement of SQF Systems and adhere to Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles. The role requires the ability to work around ingredients and finished products known to contain food allergens and may involve independent travel as needed.
Leadership in this role embodies the 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. We are committed to a culture built on our core values: respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. We strive to produce safe, quality foods that meet all regulatory and company requirements, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission.
Kroger is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Work model: On-site
Cherry Hills Village, Arapahoe County, Colorado, 80113, United States
Cherry Hills Village, Colorado
Experience in the food manufacturing industry with a strong preference for dairy or beverage. Capital project management experience greater than $1MM. Knowledge of other liquid food and beverage processing technologies including extended shelflife (ESL), ultra clean, and hot fill. Proven experience in food safety, hygienic design, aseptic, beverage, dairy, and juice design standards.
Skills: Aseptic Liquid Processing, Aseptic Packaging, Aseptic Dairy Process, Food/beverage Manufacturing, Dairy Processing, Microsoft Office, Project Scheduling, Spreadsheet, Capital Project Management, Extended Shelflife.
Education: Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.