Store Team Member

As a Store Team Member at Milan Center Feed & Grain, you’ll be the friendly face helping our customers find exactly what they need for their farms, flocks, pets, and gardens. This hands-on role combines excellent customer service with retail operations in a welcoming, community-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Greet and assist customers with product selection, answering questions about animal feed, supplements, farm supplies, pet care items, birdseed blends, and moreProvide knowledgeable recommendations based on customers’ needs (e.g., for livestock, poultry, companion animals, or wildlife)Operate the checkout system to process sales accurately and efficiently, handling cash, cards, and any special ordersStock shelves, rotate inventory, and maintain organized, well-merchandised displays to ensure products are easy to find and appealingHelp with loading purchased items (such as heavy bags of feed or grain) into customers’ vehicles for a positive, helpful experienceKeep the store clean, organized, and safe, including sweeping, facing products, and assisting with general store upkeep Required Qualifications Ability to lift and carry heavy items repetitively (up to 50 lbs)Reliable transportation to and from our location at 15402 Doty Road, New Haven, INStrong attention to detail for accurate order processing, inventory handling, and customer recommendationsGood communication skills to greet customers warmly, answer questions, and provide helpful product adviceAbility to stand and move for extended periods during shiftsCommitment to following safety protocols and maintaining a clean, organized store environmentPositive attitude and team-player mindset— we’re a small, family-oriented team that supports one another Preferred Qualifications Previous retail, customer service, or farm/agricultural experience (helpful for understanding products like livestock feed, pet nutrition, birdseed, and farm supplies)Basic math skills for handling transactions, measuring/custom mixing (if assisting in related areas), or breaking down ordersFamiliarity with animals, farming, or rural living— a genuine interest in helping customers with their horses, cattle, poultry, pets, gardens, or wildlife needs goes a long way!