Front End Associate

About the role

Opportunity for promotion at Heinen’s, a premier grocery store chain founded in 1929. With 23 stores (19 in Cleveland, Ohio and 4 in Chicago, Illinois), two distribution warehouses, one food production plant, and a corporate office in Warrensville Heights, Ohio, Heinen’s is culturally an associate-first company emphasizing quality of life for every associate.

Responsibilities

• Operate scanners, scales, cash registers and other electronics.
• Accept payments, ensuring all prices and quantities are accurate.
• Follow all store procedures regarding coupons, gift cards or the purchase of specific items, such as alcohol.
• Follow company standards for proper packing.
• Acquire and share knowledge of the store.
• Prioritize daily work based on varying business needs.
• Attend required corporate meetings and training classes.
• Comply with all personal and food safety company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a sense of urgency and the ability to work independently to achieve daily tasks.
• Possess the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Be production driven with the ability to work continuously on repetitive tasks, while standing.
• Possess the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Be willing to work the number of hours required to meet company objectives, with the understanding that occasionally business needs will require additional time.
• Be willing to work the non-traditional five-day work schedule, including Saturday, Sunday and evenings.

Illinois Benefits Information

• Retirement Plan: Company-sponsored 401k plan for eligible full-time and part-time associates.
• Healthcare Benefits: Medical and Pharmacy coverage for full-time associates. Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options, as well as Commuter Benefit options.
• Company-provided Dental and Vision coverage for full-time and part-time associates.
• Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off, including paid sick time.
• Insurance: Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules. Biweekly scheduling for better work predictability. Closed on 7 major holidays.
• Growth and Development: Daily professional development and growth opportunities, including leadership development for all associates.
• Wellbeing: Company-provided associate assistance program. Family, Parental and Personal Leave options.
• Discounts: 20% discount on Heinen's products.

Heinen’s, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.