Kroger Manufacturing

Kroger Manufacturing is a division of The Kroger Co., one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States. This division is responsible for producing a wide array of high-quality products sold under Kroger's various store banners.

Operating over 30 manufacturing facilities across the country, Kroger Manufacturing plays a pivotal role in ensuring the freshness and quality of the products available to customers.

Product Range and Services

Kroger Manufacturing's extensive product portfolio includes:

• Dairy Products: Fresh milk, cheese, yogurt, and ice cream are produced in several dairies, such as Centennial Farms Dairy in Atlanta, Georgia, and Compton Creamery in Compton, California.
• Baked Goods: Breads, pastries, and other baked items are crafted in facilities like Anderson Bakery in Anderson, South Carolina, and Clackamas Bakery in Clackamas, Oregon.
• Grocery Items: A variety of products, including canned goods, sauces, and snacks, are manufactured in plants such as State Avenue in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Tara Foods in Albany, Georgia.
• Meat Products: Fresh and processed meats are produced in facilities like King Soopers Meat in Denver, Colorado, and Vernon Meat in Vernon, California.

These products are sold under Kroger's private label brands, designed to offer quality and value to customers. The company employs a three-tiered private label marketing strategy with no-frills products at the lowest price, comparable items at a better value, and premium (often organic) brands.

Manufacturing Facilities and Locations

Kroger Manufacturing operates numerous facilities across the United States, including dairies, bakeries, grocery and beverage plants, and meat plants.

• Dairies: Located in Atlanta, Georgia; Compton, California; Indianapolis, Indiana; Murfreesboro, Tennessee; Hutchinson, Kansas; Layton, Utah; Livonia, Michigan; Denver, Colorado; Crawfordsville, Indiana; Rochester, Minnesota; Riverside, California; Portland, Oregon; Springdale, Ohio; Newark, Ohio; Tolleson, Arizona; Conestoga, Pennsylvania; Fort Worth, Texas; Lynchburg, Virginia; and Winchester, Kentucky.
• Bakeries: Found in Anderson, South Carolina; Clackamas, Oregon; Columbus, Ohio; Bowling Green, Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; Greensburg, Indiana; Denver, Colorado; La Habra, California; and Layton, Utah.
• Grocery and Beverage Plants: Facilities in Irving, Texas; Springfield, Tennessee; Murray, Kentucky; Columbia, South Carolina; Springdale, Ohio; Albany, Georgia; and Cincinnati, Ohio.
• Meat Plants: Located in Denver, Colorado, and Vernon, California.

Locations

• Clackamas, OR, USA
• Denver, CO, USA
• Indianapolis, IN, USA

Commitment to Quality and Safety

Kroger Manufacturing is dedicated to maintaining high standards of quality and safety in its operations. The company has been recognized among the safest companies in the U.S., demonstrating a strong commitment to employee well-being and product safety.

Through its comprehensive manufacturing operations, Kroger Manufacturing plays a crucial role in delivering fresh, high-quality products to customers. This supports The Kroger Co.'s mission to provide affordable, easy-to-enjoy, fresh food to everyone.