Temporary Seasonal Retail Store Associate- Part-Time

External Ocean State Job Lot•New Bedford, MA

5d•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 receipts of merchandise, fixtures, and supplies at an assigned store. The role also assists with moving, stocking, and replenishing merchandise on the sales floor and in receiving areas. Associates may operate a cash register as needed. The position pays $15 per hour, and associates receive a 30% discount.

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 retail or warehouse environments.

Responsibilities

Follow the Company's freight management process when unloading merchandise.
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 where necessary.
Process merchandise according to Company procedures and direction.
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.