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(18yrs+ to apply) Center Store Clerk - Knoxville Crossing

Schnucks · Peoria, IL · $15.15–$16.45 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 4, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

What interests you about stocking at the Knoxville Crossing store?

What they are checking: Whether they want this kind of work and understand what it involves.

Tell me about a time you worked through a big pile of tasks with a deadline. How did you pace yourself?

What they are checking: Whether they can meet productivity standards without cutting corners.

How do you feel about working in the freezer for long stretches?

What they are checking: Whether they're ready for cold temperatures down to minus 10 degrees.

What would you do

You find a box of crushed cereal and a few leaking cans while unloading. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they sort damaged product for credit instead of throwing it away or shelving it.

A customer stops you to complain that an item is always out of stock. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they listen, check, and pass the feedback on to a manager.

You're done with your assigned aisle early. What do you do next?

What they are checking: Whether they find work like facing shelves or helping others without being told.

About the work

How would you rotate milk in a dairy cooler?

What they are checking: Whether they know to move older dates forward and put newer product behind it.

What do you need to watch for when using a box cutter so you don't damage product or hurt yourself?

What they are checking: Whether they know safe cutting habits, which prevents common stocking injuries.

How would you use a cardboard baler safely?

What they are checking: Whether they know balers are dangerous and need training, guards and care.

How do you make sure the shelves look good for customers, not just full?

What they are checking: Whether they understand facing and straightening as part of the job.

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The full job description

As published by Schnucks.

Job Description This is not an official job description, but represents major responsibilities a new hire can expect to perform: You could expect the position of center store clerk to include the following: DUTIES: • Provide friendly and courteous service to customers • Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function of the job. • Stock, straighten and rotate product on shelves in Dairy, Frozen, Non-Foods., and Grocery Departments. • Process incoming product from our warehouse and direct store delivery vendors • Read and understand shelf tags • Sort damaged product for credit • Operate a hand jack, power lift and cardboard baler • Follow company safety guidelines when using cutters, power lifts, and baler • Maintain cleanliness of shelves, displays, backroom, refrigerated cases, cooler and freezer • Maintain company productivity standards • Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of store management TRAINING Training will be provided at store level. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Bending Stooping Able to stock 50 cases per hour Able to work in a cold environment (-10 to 40 degrees) Able to push loaded two wheeler (average 100-120 pounds) Able to pull a loaded pallet (up to 700 pounds) Able to pull loaded stock truck Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Working on feet entire shift (4-8hours) Additional Requirements – Internal Candidates: • Store/Facility Teammates: minimum of six months employment with Schnucks preferred. • Store Support Center Teammates: minimum of one year employment with Schnucks preferred. • Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline). • If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance. Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Compensation Pay Range: $15.15 - $16.45 We offer a variety of benefits to support your overall wellbeing including, healthcare, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and teammate discounts. Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied and offerings may differ based upon length of service, area and/or position.

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