Temporary Seasonal Retail Store Associate- Part-Time

External Ocean State Job Lot•Warren, RI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Peak Associate at Ocean State Job Lot is a temporary seasonal, part-time or full-time position responsible for processing and preparing merchandise, fixtures, and supplies at an assigned store location. The role also assists with moving, stocking, and replenishing merchandise in sales floor and receiving areas. Associates receive a 30% discount. Compensation is $16.00 per hour. The role works primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety or health hazards. Work may take place in sales, stockroom/receiving, and operations/office areas, whose conditions can vary by store, including temperature, dust levels, and accessibility. The position involves extended periods of remaining stationary, moving, and positioning oneself to complete tasks.

Requirements

Basic math and reading skills.
Legible handwriting.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to perform physical activities including using hand tools, bending, stooping, climbing, reaching, and lifting frequently.
Ability to lift 35 pounds on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

Prior merchandise receiving, handling, and stocking experience in a retail or warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

Follow the Company’s freight management process when unloading.
Unload merchandise, fixtures, and supplies from trucks and direct them to designated areas.
Prepare merchandise for the sales floor by removing packaging, verifying price information, and ticketing items when necessary.
Process merchandise in accordance with Company procedures and directions.
Perform ongoing recovery during shifts, including collecting trash and compacting cardboard.
Work independently and as part of a team to accomplish assigned goals.
Operate a cash register as needed.
Recover receiving areas and the sales floor before the end of each shift.
Perform other job duties and tasks as requested by supervisors or managers.