LOGISTICS/SANITATION II General Sanitation

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center in Bluffton, IN is seeking a sanitation associate to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards across the distribution center. You will model safety and core values while performing routine cleaning and sanitation tasks.

Responsibilities include operating cleaning equipment, sweeping, mopping, debris removal, and maintaining office and racking areas. The role requires reliability, physical endurance, and flexibility to work various shifts including

Qualifications

• GED or equivalent with minimal related experience.
• Ability to read simple words and write basic correspondence.
• Ability to perform arithmetic using US units of weight, volume and distance.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Willing to move with urgency and work weekends and overtime.
• Able to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Sweep and mop all floor areas.
• Operate tuggers to pick up debris.
• Empty garbage cans and operate compactors.
• Operate floor care equipment (scrubbers, buffers, high-pressure washers).
• Maintain cleanliness of racking and office areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong sense of urgency

Weekend availability

Shift flexibility

Basic math and measurement (US units)

Education

GED or equivalent

Tools

Electric tuggers

Floor care equipment

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing sanitation support to the distribution center; maintain all areas in accordance with established sanitation guidelines andauthorities. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Responsibilities

• Hand sweep and mop all floor areas.
• Pick up all plastic, slip sheets and debris using electric tuggers.
• Dump garbage cans.
• Operate garbage and cardboard compactors, plastic bailer, tenant sweepers and scrubbers, high pressure washers.
• Hand sweep and mop all racking areas.
• Maintain office areas.
• Strip and wax flooring using high speed electric buffers.
• 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 one month related experience or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using American units of weight, volume and distance measurement.
• 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.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to work weekends on a regular basis.
• Ability to work overtime on an occasional basis.
• Ability to work any shift.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.

Job Info

• Job Identification 210874
• Job Category Supply Chain/Logistics
• Posting Date 08/05/2026, 10:17 AM
• Locations 1111 S Adams St, Bluffton, IN, 46714, US (On-site)
• 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.