Customer-First Retail Associate & Merchandising

Dollar General; Edgerton (KS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to support customers, stock shelves, maintain plan‑o‑grams, operate the register, and keep the store clean. You will unload trucks, build displays, assist shoppers, and ensure merchandise is properly presented and racks are stocked.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and friendly service in a fast-paced retail environment, with opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices.
• Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance.
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform IBM cash register functions.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks.
• Receive, open and unpack cartons and totes; stock/store merchandise.
• Build merchandise displays and rotate stock on shelves.
• Restock recovered merchandise and maintain plan-o-gram compliance.
• Assist customers by locating merchandise and answering questions.
• Operate cash register, total purchases and bag merchandise.
• Assist with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners as needed.
• Clean store front, back stock area and restrooms; maintain store appearance.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety policies

Plan-o-grams guidance

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash register functions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand-held scanners

IBM cash register

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a store associate to support customers, stock shelves, maintain plan‑o‑grams, operate the register, and keep the store clean. You will unload trucks, build displays, assist shoppers, and ensure merchandise is properly presented and racks are stocked.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and friendly service in a fast-paced retail environment, with opportunities to grow within the company.