Job Type
Full-time
Description
JOB TITLE: RETAIL WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE I
DEPARTMENT: RETAIL STORE
JOB SUMMARY
Team members perform basic stocking and cleaning functions, aid customers in finding products, and carry out orders to customer vehicles. Store Warehouse Team Members must also remain very knowledgeable about products: gardening, pet and animals needs to be able to make recommendations. Customers regularly rely on team members for insights which often prove crucial to purchase decisions.
Requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIIES
- Forklift experience is appreciated.
- Must be able to work weekends.
- Experience in warehouse practices is preferred. Must be organized and able to prioritize work.
- The successful applicant will have excellent customer service skills and previous customer service experience.
- Good communication and organizational skills are essential.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Assist customers with merchandise.
- Work safely and efficiently to provide excellent customer service.
- Organize and rotate stock.
- Keep store equipment and supplies organized and maintained consistent with safety and cleanliness requirements.
- Learn and maintain product knowledge.
- Clean and maintain fixtures, displays, shelves and aisles.
- Repackage and label product as needed.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisors and management.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Must be able to lift 50-70 lbs safely and often daily.
- Requires the ability to climb ladders several times daily as needed.
- Must be able to safely use hands and arms in reaching and moving materials and products.
- Requires lifting, bending, standing or walking on a hard surface for long periods.
- Must be able to climb stairs.
- Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments.
WORKING RELATIONSHIP Work closely with warehouse and store personnel. Position requires frequent customer interaction. Must maintain a positive, professional and safe attitude at all times.
BENEFIT PACKAGE At Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, our employees are more than just employees-they are employee owners. Any team member who works at least 1,000 hours over a 50-week period will automatically qualify to become an owner through the Mill's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). At Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, we believe in supporting our employees, both personally and professionally, and making a difference in the communities we serve.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Product Discounts
- A Self-Funded 401(k)
Volunteer Opportunities: We encourage our employees to give back to the community by offering opportunities to volunteer during work hours, strengthening our collective impact on the causes we care about. At Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, we believe in supporting our employees, both personally and professionally, and making a difference in the communities we serve.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS • Apply online at www. alaskamillandfeed.com
• Candidates are required to fully complete the job application to be considered for this position.
• All references must be professional and/or from a previous employer. • Job offers are based on the results of a complete criminal background & reference check.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, Inc. makes every effort to ensure that in every phase of its recruitment and selection process, equal employment opportunity is provided to all individuals, regardless of race, color, sex, age, creed, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, national origin or citizenship, or veteran's status.
Revised/published date: 04-01-2025 Salary Description
$19 to 23.00 starting pay, DOE + biannual bonus