Paint & Hardware Retail Associate — ESOP & Flexible Hours

Mead Lumber Company, Inc.; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life/AD&D/STD

Voluntary Life

Paid Time Off

FSA

401(k)

Scholarship/Tuition

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Mead Lumber Company is hiring a Retail Sales Associate for the Paint & Hardware Department in Hays. You will assist customers with paint, hardware, and home‑improvement products, provide recommendations, and help maintain stock and displays.

Pay ranges from $14.00 to $18.00 per hour based on experience. The role offers an ESOP and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and more. Prior hardware/retail experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, hardware, paint, or retail sales preferred.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and punctual.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with a passion for helping customers find the products they need.
• Strong customer service, communication, and customer resolution skills.
• Basic math skills and ability to accurately handle cash transactions.
• Computer knowledge, including Point of Sale (POS) system experience.
• Problem-solving and multitasking skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to stand for 10 or more hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Understand customer needs and provide appropriate product recommendations.
• Assist customers with selecting paint, stains, hardware, tools, and other home‑improvement products.
• Mix and tint paint to customer specifications while ensuring color accuracy and quality.
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Pull appropriate products from the sales floor or warehouse to stock shelves and set up displays.
• Locate hardware items and assist customers in finding the correct products for their projects.
• Perform basic screen repairs, including replacing screen material and spline as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized store appearance.
• Receive, stock, and price merchandise according to company standards.
• Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and returns in a timely and efficient manner.
• Remain knowledgeable on products offered and discuss available options.
• Stay updated on industry trends and product knowledge to effectively assist customers.
• Comply with inventory control procedures.
• Assist customers in person and over the phone by determining needs and presenting appropriate products and services.

Skills

Customer service

POS system

Cash handling

Communication

Teamwork

Math skills

Problem solving

Tools

POS system

Job description

Mead Lumber Company is hiring a Retail Sales Associate for the Paint & Hardware Department in Hays. You will assist customers with paint, hardware, and home‑improvement products, provide recommendations, and help maintain stock and displays.

Pay ranges from $14.00 to $18.00 per hour based on experience. The role offers an ESOP and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and more. Prior hardware/retail experience is a plus.