Talent Acquisition & Retention Specialist

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center; Springboro (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Career growth programs

Job summary

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center in Springboro, OH is seeking an HR professional to drive recruiting, onboarding, and retention initiatives, while managing pay codes in Kronos and maintaining confidential employee records.

The role requires strong leadership, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to handle tasks beyond core expertise. You will coordinate training, explain policies, and ensure compliance with union contracts and laws to support store operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to take on tasks outside of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Enter and monitor pay codes in Kronos system.
• Onboard new associates for all store departments.
• Maintain employee records in line with government regulations and confidentiality.
• Oversee store recruiting to ensure a sufficient candidate pool.
• Maintain staffing levels by hiring and training store associates.
• Recruit and onboard new applicants for all store departments.
• Ensure new associates complete the online work experience credit form.
• Conduct new hire orientations using company materials.
• Coordinate required training for associates.
• Understand union contracts and policies and explain them to stakeholders.
• Perform staffing duties including interviews, pre-employment screens, and background checks.
• Assist management in tracking turnover and retention initiatives.
• Prepare new hire paperwork for HRSSC processing.
• Ensure medical files comply with HIPAA and regulations.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement division initiatives.
• Adhere to all laws and company guidelines.
• Coordinate travel for recruiting across stores.
• Handle all HR functions within the store (promotions, demotions, transfers, leaves).
• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Skills

Leadership

MS Office

Task versatility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Associate Degree or retail supervisory experience

Job description

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center in Springboro, OH is seeking an HR professional to drive recruiting, onboarding, and retention initiatives, while managing pay codes in Kronos and maintaining confidential employee records.

The role requires strong leadership, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to handle tasks beyond core expertise. You will coordinate training, explain policies, and ensure compliance with union contracts and laws to support store operations.