About the position
Assist and provide clerical support for the Distribution Center office. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. As part of the Kroger family of companies, 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 Fred Meyer family!
Responsibilities
- Assist and provide clerical support for the Distribution Center office.
- Answer incoming calls and direct them appropriately.
- Greet visitors, as needed.
- Create memos, correspondence, and other documents.
- Provide assistance at various areas including split/loam, verification, pallet label/receiving, arrival, appointment, inventory control, report, import and swing-shift/graveyard desks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus one-three months clerical experience; or combination of relevant education and experience.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- Ability to pass drug test.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work overtime on an occasional basis.
- Ability to work any shift.
- Ability to travel independently on an occasional basis.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Accuracy/attention to detail.
- Ability to organize/prioritize variety of tasks/projects.
- Ability to work within set time frames and fixed deadlines.
- 10,000 SPH ten-key.
- 40 WPM typing.
- Ability to continue education, as necessary.
- Valid driver's license.
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and organizational structure.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service.
Benefits
- 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 with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- 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.
