LOGISTICS/LOADER

Kroger; Portland (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling & PTO

Counseling & financial tools

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Warehouse Associate at 120 Kirby Dr, Portland, TN 37148. The role focuses on loading outbound product onto trailers, ensuring accuracy and quality, and completing related paperwork.

Flexibility for weekends and overtime is required, with a strong safety mindset and adherence to company policies. The position is on-site in Portland, TN, and offers benefits through the Kroger Family of Companies.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED with six months distribution center experience or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short memos; write simple correspondence.
• Ability to perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Follow basic written or oral instructions with common sense.
• Deal with a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Willingness to move with urgency and work weekends/overtime.
• Familiarity with distribution center terms and processes.
• Maintain accuracy and meet production standards.

Responsibilities

• Load shipments onto trucks.
• Fill out associated paperwork for outbound product.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Math skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Urgency & speed

Weekend/overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for loading outbound product onto trailers while monitoring and ensuring product accuracy and quality.

The company also requires that all employees perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Responsibilities

• Load shipments onto trucks.
• Fill out associated paperwork with outbound product.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• High school education or general education degree (GED) plus six months distribution center experience and six months order filler experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be at least age 18
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to work weekends on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work overtime on a regular basis.
• Familiarity with distribution center terms and processes.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet production standards

Job Info

• Job Identification 213103
• Job Category Supply Chain/Logistics
• Posting Date 08/03/2026, 10:51 AM
• Locations 120 Kirby Dr, Portland, TN, 37148, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 09/01/2026, 12:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Line of Business Supply Chain & Distribution

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.
– 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.

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.