Kaufman to head manufacturing at Kroger

CINCINNATI Kroger has promoted Calvin Kaufman to group vp of the company and president of Kroger manufacturing, effective immediately. He will be responsible for overseeing the company's 42 food processing plants in the United States that produce breads, dairy products, meat, beverages and thousands of grocery items for Kroger customers.

"Calvin has an extensive background in operations, distribution and engineering and we are fortunate he will be joining the Kroger manufacturing team," said Don McGeorge, Kroger's president and coo. "His leadership and experience will be an asset to Kroger manufacturing, an organization whose associates have been recognized for their leadership in manufacturing innovations and employee safety."

Kaufman succeeds William Boehm, senior vp and president of Kroger manufacturing, who is retiring after 27 years at the company.