Day Stocker

Hy-Vee, Inc.; Indianola (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee, Inc. is seeking a Day Stocker to keep shelves full and organized, assist customers, and support store operations. You will unload trucks, stock products, rotate stock for freshness, and help customers find items.

The role emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced grocery environment. Training is provided, with an emphasis on safety and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Up to six months of similar or related work experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and stand/walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and help them find items throughout the store.
• Unload trucks and stock shelves; rotate products for freshness.
• Monitor mis-picks, stockouts, and report issues to the team.
• Tag shelves and manage overstock and understock drawers.
• Operate register for customer purchases as needed.
• Assist with cleaning and store maintenance; train new day stockers.

Skills

Basic math

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Organized

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jacks

Forklifts

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any):-At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.Job Description:Job Title: Day StockerDepartment: GroceryFLSA: HourlyRevision Date: 07/2026About Hy-VeeAt Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We’re seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers’ lives easier, healthier and happier.The Role and Why It’s ImportantAs a Day Stocker at Hy-Vee, you’ll play a key role in keeping our shelves full, organized, and looking great for every customer who walks through our doors. From unloading trucks and rotating product to assisting customers and keeping the store tidy, your work has a direct impact on the shopping experience our customers count on.If you enjoy staying active, take pride in doing things right, and like being part of a team that keeps things running smoothly, this could be a great fit for you.What You’ll DoNo two shifts are exactly the same, but here’s what you can expect:Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers warmly and helping them find what they need throughout the storeAssist customers with finding products, reaching items, carrying heavy purchases, and passing along any feedback or requests to the teamUnload trucks, open containers, stock shelves, run overstock on risers, and rotate product to ensure freshnessMonitor for mis-picked items, product outs, and wrong deliveries, and report issues accordinglyOrganize stock for greatest efficiency and clean and restock any damaged itemsTag shelves with overstock in the back room and understock drawersReport new or different items to the scanning coordinator for system inputOperate the register for customer purchases as neededStock supplies including cigarettes, front-end sacks, and department suppliesAssist with outside maintenance including shoveling snow, spreading ice melt, and returning cartsHelp with cleaning throughout the store including registers, restrooms, breakroom, and backroomTrain new day stockers on job duties as neededMaintain compliance with Hy-Vee’s dress code, hygiene standards, and all company policiesAssist in other store areas and take on special projects as neededYou’ll receive direction and support from: District Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Health Wellness Home, Perishables, and Store Operations, Day Stock Manager, and Service ManagersYour SkillsYou don’t need extensive experience for this role! We’ll happily train and support you as you grow. To be successful, you’ll need to be able to:Follow written and verbal instructions with confidenceUse basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and percentagesCommunicate clearly with customers and teammates in a friendly, helpful wayStay organized and keep up with the pace of a busy store environmentHigh school diploma or equivalent required; up to six months of similar or related experience preferredReporting RelationshipsAccountable and Reports to: Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Health Wellness Home, Perishables, and Store Operations, Day Stock Manager, and Service ManagersEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredUp to six months of similar or related work experience preferredPhysical RequirementsAbility to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing 100 pounds or more, with or without mechanical assistanceContinuously stand and walk on hard surfaces for extended periodsWhere applicable to the role: ability to operate pallet jacks, forklifts, or similar material-handling equipment (required operator certification must be completed prior to independent use)Work in cooler or freezer environments for extended periodsWhere applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades to cut, trim, or grind productWhere applicable to the role, and in accordance with applicable age and legal requirements: operate a cardboard baler or compactorWhere applicable to the role: perform repetitive motions associated with dough mixing, scaling, and proofingAbility to unload, lift, stock, and rotate incoming truck freight and merchandiseWorking EnvironmentThis is a physically demanding, hands-on role performed throughout the store. You may encounter daily exposure to dirt, noise, equipment movement hazards, and cleaning chemicals or solvents, with occasional exposure to temperature extremes and potential electrical shock. The role involves working with and around heavy store equipment. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.Are you ready to smile, apply today.Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.