Store Operations Associate — Fast-Paced, Customer-Driven

Lidl US; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $17.50/hr

Employee discount 10%

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Training plans

401k Plan (+ company match)

Life & AD&D insurance

Well-Being program

DailyPay

Job summary

Lidl US is seeking Store Associates to keep our stores running smoothly, delivering a fast, customer-focused experience across checkout, stocking, bakery, produce, and weekly promos in a single shift.

You'll work in a structured, team-based setting with clear standards and hands-on training. Join Lidl to grow with a global retailer and help maintain high store presentation and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn multiple roles quickly.
• Effective, friendly, and professional communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, move, or slide products up to and in excess of 45 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers with friendly, efficient service that makes their trip easy and leaves them excited to shop at Lidl again.
• Seamlessly transition between checkout, stocking, and specialized areas like the bakery or produce to meet real-time store needs.
• Meet productivity goals by working with urgency and following Lidl’s streamlined processes, including pallet-to-shelf stocking.
• Execute daily freshness checks in produce and chilled areas, ensuring all items meet Lidl’s quality and presentation standards.
• Set up and organize non-food promotional displays and weekly offers, ensuring strong presentation, accurate signage and pricing.
• Keep the store looking its best by upholding Lidl’s high cleanliness standards across the sales floor, restrooms, warehouse, and parking lot.
• Create a smooth, efficient checkout experience by operating the register quickly and accurately – this includes memorizing produce price look up codes (PLUs).
• Handle customer inquiries, process returns, and professionally resolve or escalate customer issues as they arise.
• Help keep inventory accurate and stock-loss low by sticking to our inventory control measures.
• Ensure a safe environment for both team members and customers by following all safety procedures and operational guidelines.
• Work closely with the team to complete daily tasks on time and ensure smooth store operations for the next shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Own initiative

Job description

Lidl US is seeking Store Associates to keep our stores running smoothly, delivering a fast, customer-focused experience across checkout, stocking, bakery, produce, and weekly promos in a single shift.

You'll work in a structured, team-based setting with clear standards and hands-on training. Join Lidl to grow with a global retailer and help maintain high store presentation and customer satisfaction.