WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

Country Store; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Country Store seeks a part-time retail associate for their Spokane Valley location. The role entails engaging customers, assisting with orders, maintaining stock, and ensuring a clean working environment. We offer competitive wages between $16.80 to $19.80 per hour alongside benefits, including employee discounts and 401(k) participation after meeting eligibility requirements.

Benefits

Generous employee discounts

Medical benefits for part-time employees

401(k) plan participation

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds.
• Valid driver license with a safe driving record.
• Dependable and reliable character.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with customers.
• Assist customers' orders and maintain product stock.
• Safely operate forklifts and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Communication

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Country Store is the retail division of Skagit Farmers Supply, a diversified local agricultural supply cooperative. The company was founded in Burlington, WA in 1934. We have grown and developed into four business divisions: agronomy, retail, energy, and wholesale distribution & milling. Our mission is to serve the community to preserve and enhance the viability of the agriculture economy. Our Country Stores provide quality goods and services for all “Farm-Pet-Home” needs! We operate 10 locations in Washington and Montana. We encourage you to consider joining our knowledgeable staff today while enjoying a friendly work-life balance!

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet and interact with customers.
• Consult with customers to understand their needs and preferences related to merchandise.
• Assist with customers’ orders by loading and unloading products as needed.
• Maintain product stock in the store and warehouse.
• Assemble products and displays.
• Deliver products to customer delivery points.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment (delivery truck, forklift, etc.) and facilities.
• Dispense propane and kerosene.
• Safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Safely and regularly operate a vehicle to make deliveries, visit various worksites, other businesses or customer locations.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Exhibit an ability to receive feedback, adapt to new processes and continuously develop skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate, communicate well and effectively relay information with an emphasis on developing positive professional relationships.
• Practice punctual and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.
• Possess a valid driver license and maintain a safe driving record.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods; walk, bend, stoop and kneel frequently
• Physical ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 60 pounds.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Proven track record of being dependable and reliable.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a retail setting.
• Product knowledge in one or more of the following areas: feed, seed, pet food & supplies, hardware, fencing, animal health, tack, clothing & footwear, lawn & garden or wild bird supplies.
• Experience dispensing propane cylinders.
• Experience safely operating pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.

SCHEDULE

This is a part-time position; 16 – 32 hours per week (schedule may vary). Sunday through Saturday. Must be available to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
16.80 – $19.80/hour. In addition to generous employee discounts, the company offers medical benefits to part-time employees upon meeting eligibility requirements. Employees may also participate in the company’s 401(k) plan after meeting eligibility requirements.