Flexible Part-Time Store Operations Associate in Ames | Part Time

Part-Time Role Based in Ames

Job Title: Store Operations Associate – Flexible Part-Time Role Hiring Organization: Jewel-Osco Worksite: Ames, IA Status: New part-time opening (actively interviewing in Ames). Required Experience: No prior experience necessary.

Part-Time Salary: $17-$20/Hour (approx. $22.1k/Year) Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours. Great option for students, parents, or those seeking extra income.

Position Scope

Core objectives involve your professional skills in a part-time capacity in Retail Operations.

• This part-time role in Ames is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our Jewel-Osco part-time team in Ames, IA is growing.
• Benefit from working part-time in Ames, a key hub for the Retail Operations industry.

Drive the Backbone of the Store

About Jewel-Osco

As a beloved neighborhood grocer, Jewel-Osco is committed to providing fresh products, great value, and exceptional service to our communities. The Store Operations Associate is a versatile, behind-the-scenes expert who ensures that the store runs like a finely tuned machine. When you embark on an entry-level career in retail jobs with us, you are joining an energetic team dedicated to operational excellence and keeping our community fed.

Job Summary

We are seeking highly organized, process-driven individuals to join our operations support team. As a Store Operations Associate, you will tackle a variety of tasks ranging from inventory receiving to scan coordination and signage placement. You will serve as the logistical glue of the store, delivering the signature reliability that sets Jewel-Osco apart in the grocery industry. This is a highly active role that offers exposure to multiple departments and retail systems.

Comprehensive Responsibilities

• Pricing & Signage: Ensure all promotional signs and shelf tags are accurate, hanging new weekly ad signage early on launch days.
• Inventory Support: Assist the receiving team in processing DSD (Direct Store Delivery) vendors and maintaining an organized backroom.
• Compliance Checks: Conduct daily temperature logs for refrigerated cases and ensure all safety equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, eye wash stations) is unobstructed.
• Front End Relief: Cross-train on the cash register and customer service desk to provide backup during unexpected weekend rushes.

Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary

Your versatility and dedication are rewarded with a premier benefits package:

• Salary: Competitive starting pay of $17.00 to $20.00 per hour.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to Operations Supervisor or Department Manager roles.
• Exclusive Discounts: Employee discounts on company brand groceries and household essentials.
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance packages available for eligible team members.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age upon application.
• No college degree or prior retail experience required—we provide full cross-training.
• Must possess strong attention to detail, adaptability, and basic computer literacy.
• Ability to walk, bend, climb step stools, and safely lift up to 40 pounds regularly.