Job Summary: Performs various duties in connection with loading, unloading, verifying of merchandise, in an Exchange store, storeroom and/or location, or moving/stacking layaway merchandise in assigned locations. 

Duties and Responsibilities

- Loads and unloads merchandise; examines for damage or shortages. Verifies type and quantity of merchandise received for agreement with documentation provided; brings to attention of supervisor discrepancies and/or deficiencies found. Assists in assembly and loading of merchandise in connection with requests received. Unpacks, segregates and stocks counters and/or shelves with merchandise in accordance with established instructions. May price stamp merchandise. Assists in the conduct of periodic inventories by counting stock items remaining on shelves, and in keeping storage and sales area clean and orderly.

- Moves specifically designated merchandise identified as "layaway" from retail store to other designated warehouse area. Stacks such merchandise according to prescribed procedure. Returns merchandise to store as required. Insures that proper documentation is made and copies are forwarded to appropriate departments. 

- May be required to perform such other duties as operating price tag machine, unloading boxes and packages, and pulling merchandise from stock or stock shelves. 

- As required, assists customers in locating merchandise and answering questions of a general nature. May operate a cash register on an occasional basis.

 - Works under the general supervision of a designated supervisor, carrying out assignments with little review during progress of work. Specific instructions are provided on new and unfamiliar situations. Completed work is checked to see that instructions have been followed.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

 PHYSICAL EFFORT: Stands, walks and handles merchandise up to 50 pounds with assistance. 

WORKING CONDITIONS: Generally works indoors. Is exposed to drafts, heat, (e.g. combination controlled temperatures/climates and weather conditions) , noise, and dust. May have to stand for long periods. 

TRAINING REQUIREMENT: Associate must receive Hazardous Material (HazMat) training within 90 days of hire per Department of Transportation regulations