Cashier Assistant (Front End)

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About the role

Packs member orders into boxes and transfers items to a separate cart for cashiers. Performs clean-up, cart retrieval, merchandise restocking, and runs for items as directed. Provides a high level of member service.

Responsibilities

• Greets members, assists with loading orders onto conveyor belts, determines packing preferences, answers questions, and provides information on promotions.
• Packs member orders into boxes and loads them onto separate carts or flatbeds; checks packaging for tampering.
• Follows all safety and security procedures and proper departmental procedures for performance of duties.
• Assists members with loading orders into vehicles when appropriate.
• Retrieves items (merchandise, boxes, register supplies, item numbers) as requested by cashiers to keep checkout lines moving smoothly.
• Maintains cleanliness of register and front-end areas; cleans spills and trip hazards immediately.
• Retrieves carts and flatbeds from the parking area using a rope with clasping hook (pushing no more than 10 carts together); keeps the lot area free of debris and sweeps in front of the building.
• Performs set-up and closing duties for the department, including returning products, collecting paperwork, stocking registers, and cleaning the area.
• Ensures proper cleanup and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Operates vehicles, equipment, or machinery as required.
• Assists with department duties and in other warehouse departments as necessary.

Requirements

• Open availability to meet business needs (except for religious or disability considerations).
• Authorization to work in the United States (proof required if hired).
• Ability to operate vehicles, equipment, or machinery.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision, hearing aid, pharmacy, behavioral health, and employee assistance.
• Health care reimbursement account and dependent care assistance plan.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• AD&D and life insurance.
• 401(k) and stock purchase plan (for eligible employees).