Merchandise Handler

Compensation:
$17.20 per hour

Work Arrangement:
Onsite

Company Overview:
PRIDE Industries is dedicated to a mission: to create employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities while delivering high-quality, value-driven solutions to our clients across the nation. We are currently seeking candidates for the following role:

Job Title: Store Worker I
Job Code: J91 - BK-Store Worker I
Occupational Classification: 21140 Store Worker I
Salary Classification: Federal Wage Determination or Collective Bargaining Agreement
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under close supervision, the Store Worker I is responsible for stocking and maintaining cleanliness at a retail location, primarily focused on the resale of products. Utilizing non-motorized equipment, the Store Worker I will organize merchandise for display and resale, adhering to a systematic placement protocol.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. *Stocking merchandise on shelves.
2. *Reorganizing misplaced items.
3. *Removing excess and damaged products, as well as debris.
4. *Arranging merchandise for an appealing and marketable presentation.
5. *Rotating stock to ensure freshness and compliance with sale dates.
6. *Discarding damaged or outdated items.
7. *Returning surplus merchandise to storage.
8. *Cleaning and dusting shelves and products using standard retail practices.
9. *Conducting wet or dry clean-up tasks.
10. *Providing excellent customer service regarding product location and selection.
11. *Occasionally operating manual pallet jacks or carts.
12. *Completing additional duties and special projects as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to follow instructions and established procedures;
Competence in using appropriate tools and equipment;
Flexibility to adapt to schedule changes and varying tasks;
Availability for evening shifts;
Basic math skills for reporting quantities and stock placement;
Capability to interpret stock and shelf labels, date codes, and manage stock rotation;
Ability to collaborate effectively with management, colleagues, customers, and vendors while demonstrating strong customer service skills;
Proficiency in managing time and adapting to changing priorities.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Not Applicable

CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES REQUIRED:
Depending on local, state, and/or contract requirements, certain licenses or certificates may be necessary:
Not Applicable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Employees must be capable of performing the following physical tasks for extended periods, with or without assistance:
- Navigating within the retail environment
- Bending, crouching, kneeling, and reaching
- Lifting and/or carrying items up to 25 pounds
- Pulling and/or pushing loads up to 75 pounds
- Grasping various objects
- Climbing or standing on ladders and stools
- Coordinating skills to arrange and rotate products on shelves.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The role is performed in a retail, warehouse, or distribution setting, where employees may encounter equipment noise and varying weather conditions.

DISCLAIMER:
The information provided in this description is intended to convey the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications associated with this position. Employees are expected to follow their supervisors' instructions and perform tasks as requested.

At PRIDE, we strive to make a meaningful impact in the lives of many, one job at a time.