Retail Scan Associate; Morton Grove, IL

Job Overview

This is a permanent part‑time role. Scan Scape Retail Scan Associates visit a designated selection of stores each week to scan all product barcodes on displays and in aisle locations, including aisle end caps. The data collected is analyzed and used to improve sales performance of the product and retailer (store).

Retail Scan Associates perform in‑store data collections at assigned local retailers every week for 52 weeks a year (including holiday weeks). Our store types include grocery, convenience, drug, pet, and mass merchandise stores. We work with major national chains as well as small independent retailers.

Retail Scan Associates use a downloadable app on their mobile phone to scan barcodes in numerous locations throughout each store.

The base hours for this position average from 5‑9 hours per week across all stores, depending on store size and workload. Additional hours (typically 1‑2 hours per week per store) are frequently assigned for special projects throughout the year, with higher demand from January through June. Full scheduling details will be reviewed during the interview.

While scanning bar codes each week, employees will be asked to provide the quantity of about 45% of the products scanned.

Custom Projects may be requested, adding 1 to 2 hours of work for those weeks at each store.

Adhering to weekly deadlines is critical; reliability and quality‑driven performance are expected.

Employees report to their store within the described deadline each week. They complete Display Scanning for the entire store, which can take several hours.

• Drug Store – SKOKIE IL 60077 – Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday
• Drug Store – MORTON GROVE IL 60053 – Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday
• Grocery Store – CHICAGO IL 60646 – Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday
• Grocery Store – GLENVIEW IL 60025 – Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday

• Competitive compensation ($17/hr)
• Flexibility in working hours, tailored to accommodate personal scheduling needs and client requirements
• Paid travel at your hourly rate (minus first & last 15 minutes)
• Paid sick time
• Eligibility for 401(k) with employer matching contributions
• Monetary referral program

• At least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license
• Reliable vehicle with minimum state auto insurance coverage
• Ability to endure being on your feet for long periods while accessing products throughout the store
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, reach 6 feet in the air, and bend/stretch/stoop/stand
• Ability to perform repetitive movements with hands, wrists, arms, and legs for prolonged periods
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Must be a deadline‑driven self‑starter
• Must have reliable Wi‑Fi access
• Must be tech savvy
• High school diploma or GED (preferred)