The Role
Provide administrative support to a manufacturing department: maintain communications, update and audit databases/spreadsheets, support projects and backup coverage, protect confidential information, and participate in plant initiatives while following safety and quality standards.
Summary Generated by Built In
Perform administrative job duties in an efficient, safe and accurate manner, while following all company policies and procedures. Provide problem-solving assistance to the department and maintain controls necessary to assure accuracy of system data. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire division in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Responsibilities- Maintain accurate and effective communications with necessary parties
- Ensure the accuracy of performed duties through internal audit processes
- Understand and effectively utilize department systems and/or programs
- Provide support to the team through assigned projects and day-to-day activities
- Assist with and provide back-up coverage to other administrative jobs as required for department effectiveness
- Maintain and update various databases, spreadsheets and reports while meeting deadlines; audit for errors
- Build and maintain working relationships with all levels of the organization, as necessary, to complete assigned tasks
- Participate in and actively support all plant initiatives
- Define, organize and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
- Complete routine paperwork as required
- Protect confidential and sensitive information
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
QualificationsMinimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision
- Position level determined by plant/department size and complexity
- Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
- Flexible to work any shift as needed
- Effective interpersonal and phone skills that demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy
- Strong attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy and precision
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Strong oral/written communication skills
- Self-motivated and self-directed
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Functional knowledge and use of Microsoft Office
Desired
- Administrative experience in an office or professional environment
- Previous food manufacturing experience
- Experience in union environment
About Us
- Ensure the accuracy of performed duties through internal audit processes
- Understand and effectively utilize department systems and/or programs
- Provide support to the team through assigned projects and day-to-day activities
- Assist with and provide back-up coverage to other administrative jobs as required for department effectiveness
- Maintain and update various databases, spreadsheets and reports while meeting deadlines; audit for errors
- Build and maintain working relationships with all levels of the organization, as necessary, to complete assigned tasks
- Participate in and actively support all plant initiatives
- Define, organize and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
- Complete routine paperwork as required
- Protect confidential and sensitive information
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
QualificationsMinimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision
- Position level determined by plant/department size and complexity
- Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
- Flexible to work any shift as needed
- Effective interpersonal and phone skills that demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy
- Strong attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy and precision
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Strong oral/written communication skills
- Self-motivated and self-directed
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Functional knowledge and use of Microsoft Office
Desired
- Administrative experience in an office or professional environment
- Previous food manufacturing experience
- Experience in union environment
About Us
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.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision
- Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
- Flexible to work any shift as needed
- Effective interpersonal and phone skills demonstrating poise, tact and diplomacy
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy and precision
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Self-motivated and self-directed
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Functional knowledge and use of Microsoft Office
- Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
- Administrative experience in an office or professional environment
- Previous food manufacturing experience
- Experience in a union environment
Kroger Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kroger and has not been reviewed or approved by Kroger.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage in many union divisions has been protected or improved in recent contracts, with some regions avoiding proposed cuts and others expanding spousal coverage and strengthening short‑term disability. Mental‑health resources and 24/7 access are also emphasized, supported by third‑party recognition in recent years.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include a company 401(k) with a match and, in many union roles, access to pension or variable annuity plans that have been stabilized through recent agreements. Match levels and pension participation vary by division and role, so specifics require local confirmation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Education assistance through “Feed Your Future” offers substantial tuition support for both part‑ and full‑time associates, alongside free financial coaching. Perks such as associate discounts and periodic Boost membership offers add incremental value to total rewards.
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The Company
What We Do
At Kroger, we believe no matter who you are or how you like to shop, everyone deserves affordable, easy-to-enjoy, fresh food. This idea is embodied in our simple tagline—Fresh for Everyone™. Kroger ranks as one of the world’s largest retailers. We are nearly half a million associates across 2,800 stores in 35 states operating two dozen grocery retail brands and 34 manufacturing and 44 distribution locations, all dedicated to living our Purpose: to Feed the Human Spirit™. Together, we serve more than 11 million customers daily in our stores and online through convenient e-commerce options like pickup, ship and delivery, serving America through food inspiration and uplift. Customers love Our Brands, including the popular Kroger®, Private Selection® and Simple Truth® brands. Our own manufacturing plants produce many of Our Brands products, including breads, dairy products, meat and thousands of grocery items. We also believe in and are committed to doing our part to create #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025.
