Temporary Seasonal Retail Store Associate - Part Time

Temporary Seasonal Retail Store Associate - Part Time $18/hr

Job Category: Stores

Requisition Number: TEMPL
018113

• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate: $18 USD per hour

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All associates receive a 30% discount.

Compensation: $18.00 per hour

Company Overview:

Ocean State Job Lot (“OSJL” and “Company”) is a leading $850+ million general merchandise retailer operating over 150 stores in the Northeast and a $75+ million shopping center business with OSJL as the anchor tenant in over 50% of its centers. At OSJL, we are committed to providing exceptional value to our customers while championing positive change in our communities and inspiring a more responsible model for retail.

• 30% Associate Discount:
  Enjoy exclusive savings on our products during your time with us.
• Earned Sick Time:
  Paid sick leaf policy adheres to all federal, state, and local laws.

Job Description:

The Seasonal Peak Associate role at OSJL is a temporary seasonal position that is responsible for supporting a range of essential store operations, including register support, freight receiving, and product merchandising within designated areas, contributing to a positive customer experience and efficient store operations. This role is expected to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment in stores during peak seasons and in new stores that are being opened.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional service and build friendly rapport through exemplifying the T.R.E.A.T. model and fostering a welcoming environment.
• Operate a cash register efficiently, handle transactions accurately, and assist customers with product inquiries, item location, and purchases.
• Promote company-wide customer initiatives like donations, loyalty programs, and special offers.
• Maintain accurate displays, restock assigned areas, and ensure OSJL merchandising standards are met.
• Unload deliveries according to company processes, organize merchandise, and prepare it for the sales floor.
• Safely set up and move fixtures as needed.
• Collaborate effectively and independently to achieve goals, proactively communicating opportunities for improvement to store leadership.
• Understand, support, and implement safety protocols throughout the store.
• Maintain a neat, organized, and safe environment for customers and associates through regular cleaning and janitorial tasks.

Qualifications:

• Prior merchandise receiving, handling, and stocking experience in retail or warehouse environments is preferred.
• Basic math and reading skills are required.
• Legible handwriting and strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety and health hazard potential. The position requires constant extended periods of moving, standing, ascending, descending, and positioning to complete various tasks throughout the shift.
• The conditions for performing all job functions will vary by store location, including sales area, stockroom/receiving area, and separate operations/office area, which may have varying temperature, dust levels, and accessibility.
• Responsible for physical activities including using hand tools, ascending or descending ladders, moving, reaching, and lifting frequently:
  Candidates should be able to lift 35 lbs on a regular basis.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position. Management has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract, either express or implied. You are an at-will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.