Administrative Support - MFG/Supply Chain

Kroger; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger in Hutchinson, KS is seeking an administrative associate to perform office-related duties accurately and in line with company policies. You will provide problem-solving support, maintain data integrity, and back-fill other administrative tasks as needed.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work with limited supervision while handling confidential information and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision.
• Flexible to work any shift as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties in an efficient, safe and accurate manner while following company policies.
• Provide problem-solving support to the department and maintain data accuracy.
• Maintain and audit documents, reports and databases.
• Communicate effectively with necessary parties and build internal relationships.
• Assist with back-up coverage for other administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Perform administrative job duties (office related work) 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. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

• 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.

Minimum

• 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.

This position requires a variable shift where you work two weekends per month in your rotation of 4 - 10 hour days per week from 5am-3:30pm.