GROCERY GENERAL CLERK NIGHTS FOOD 4 LESS ATASCADERO #10

Job Title: Night General Clerk

Location: PAQ, Inc, Store Location, On-Site

Reports To: Manager, Night Crew

Employee Type: Regular, Full-Time

Exemption Type:Non-Exempt

Travel Required: No

Wage Scale: Clerk Level II

Updated:07/28/2024

Job Summary:

The Night General Clerk has the critical role of stocking, facing, and rotating merchandise during overnight hours in the Grocery department in a manner that conveys an attractive store image and price integrity to valued customers.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Responsible for assisting in receiving, sorting, and organizing stock inventory to be placed on store shelves.
• Stocks assigned shelves and products in a clean, organized, and presentable way in an efficient manner according to company standards.
• Assists in unloading trucks as assigned by department management.
• Assists in monitoring shelf price and product integrity and restocking to ensure accuracy, proper product rotation, and quality protection.
• Adheres to company procedures for case cutting to minimize the potential for damaged products and loss to the company.

• Takes stock to applicable storage and workload areas.
• Replenishes products in various departments as directed.
• Moves products in and out of storage areas for proper display and storage of goods, including in refrigerating storage boxes.
• Handles damaged and spoiled products according to company policy and assists in controlling the level of damaged goods.
• Monitors expiration dates of labeled goods to ensure only fresh products are available for customer purchase.
• Assists in ensuring a favorable department image to customers by maintaining a clean, attractive, and friendly department.
• Report malfunctioning refrigeration or equipment to store management immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge:

• Understanding of inventory systems and procedures.
• Awareness of grocery products and categories to handle and store items correctly.
• Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and other relevant health and safety regulations.

Skills:

• Precision in checking and recording inventory, ensuring accuracy in stock levels and documentation.
• Proficiency in using inventory management software, barcode scanners, and other warehouse technologies.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with other staff and managing documentation.

Abilities:

• Ability to maintain organized storage areas and manage inventory efficiently.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues related to inventory discrepancies or storage problems.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage multiple demands, and work effectively with diverse personalities.
• Aptitude for making informed decisions quickly, often in high-pressure environments.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.
• Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products.
• Climbing ladders to perform warehouse tasks at elevated heights.
• Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills, such as using tools or handling small objects.
• Operate equipment to move or store products and displays.
• Maintain clear communication with team members.
• Move quickly and efficiently to manage workload.
• Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.

Work Conditions:

• Work Hours: Vary, with availability required on weekends, evenings, and holidays; typically, 8-hour shifts for full-time employees.
• Environment: Indoor, climate-controlled, with adequate lighting and ventilation.
• Primary Work Stations: Work within the grocery store environments, which include various sections such as the sales floor, backrooms, and exterior areas.
• Dress Code: Professional and presentable attire as determined by store management, including a name tag, company-issued shirts, hats, jackets, or personal shirts that are black, burgundy, or blue, in good repair, and not faded.
• Exposure: May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and cleaning chemicals.
• Noise Level: Usually low to moderate, with occasional loud periods from customers, store announcements, and equipment.
• Interaction: Constant interaction with customers and team members in a fast-paced retail environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Over one year of Grocery Clerk experience is preferred.
• Complete the company’s OSHA-accredited forklift training.

Company Employment Policies:

• PAQ, Inc is an “At-Will” employer.
• PAQ, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).