Perishables Receiving Specialist

Kroger; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center in Memphis, TN is seeking a Warehouse Receiver to verify incoming shipments and route them to processing areas. You will match merchandise to purchase orders and help ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities include inspecting shipments, recording shortages, communicating with shippers, and processing freight bills. Applicants should be at least 18, have basic math and reading skills, and be willing to work weekends and overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.
• Basic math skills for handling units of measure.
• Ability to follow written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work with a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime.
• Familiarity with DC terms and processes.
• GED or high school diploma plus relevant DC experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive merchandise and route to processing areas.
• Match merchandise to purchase orders.
• Examine shipments; reject damaged items; record shortages; communicate with shipper.
• Input freight bills into the computer.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Mathematical ability

Attention to detail

Urgency and time management

Shift flexibility

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Education

High school/GED

Tools

Fork lift

Pallet jack

Job description

Responsible for verifying and keeping records on incoming shipments and route to processing areas. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Responsibilities

• Receive merchandise and routes to processing areas
• Match merchandise to purchase orders
• Examine incoming shipments; rejects damaged items; records shortages; corresponds with shipper to rectify damages and shortages
• Input freight bill into computer
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Minimum 18 years of age
• 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 associates 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
• Ability to work any shift
• Familiarity with distribution center terms and processes
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects
• Ability to operate the following special special equipment, machinery, and/or special tools: fork lift, pallet jack (company will train)
• 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

Job Info

• Job Identification 236443
• Job Category Supply Chain/Logistics
• Posting Date 10/02/2026, 06:27 PM
• Locations 5079 Bledsoe Rd, Memphis, TN, 38141, US
• Apply Before 11/29/2026, 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. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!