Customer-Focused Retail Sales Associate

Dollar General; Rochester (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is hiring a store associate to greet customers, stock shelves, unload trucks, and maintain product presentation across the sales floor. The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in pricing, and safe store operations.

You will operate the cash register, assist customers in locating items, and help with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners. The position requires frequent walking, lifting up to 40 pounds, and a customer‑focused, fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• 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 and stock merchandise.
• Set up displays and stockroom organization.
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and check out.
• Operate cash register and handle payments.
• Maintain store cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety policies

Planogram reading

Cash handling

Basic math

IBM cash register

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld scanners

Pricing guns

Rolltainers

Job description

Dollar General is hiring a store associate to greet customers, stock shelves, unload trucks, and maintain product presentation across the sales floor. The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in pricing, and safe store operations.

You will operate the cash register, assist customers in locating items, and help with ordering merchandise using handheld scanners. The position requires frequent walking, lifting up to 40 pounds, and a customer‑focused, fast‑paced environment.