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(18yrs+ to apply) Center Store Clerk - Sangamon

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

Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

You'd need to be available 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and weekends for about 30 to 35 hours. Does that work for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can commit to the schedule the store needs filled.

The posting says to stock about 50 cases an hour. How would you work fast without leaving a mess in the aisle?

What they are checking: Whether they can meet productivity standards while keeping aisles safe for customers.

You'll work in the freezer, sometimes near minus 10 degrees. How do you feel about that?

What they are checking: Whether they're realistic about the cold work the role requires.

Tell me about a job where you had to stay productive without someone watching over you.

What they are checking: Whether they're self-motivated, since stockers often work alone in the aisles.

What would you do

While stocking, you find a dented can and a leaking bottle. What do you do with them?

What they are checking: Whether they know to pull damaged product and sort it for credit instead of shelving it.

A customer asks where something is while you're in the middle of stocking. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they put customers ahead of tasks, ideally walking them to the item.

The shelf tag price doesn't match what's on the product. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they notice pricing errors and report them so customers aren't overcharged.

About the work

What does it mean to rotate product, and why does it matter in dairy?

What they are checking: Whether they understand first in, first out, which cuts waste and keeps expired food off the shelf.

How would you safely pull a loaded pallet with a hand jack through a busy store?

What they are checking: Whether they think about customer safety, clear paths and proper body mechanics.

What safety rules would you follow when using the cardboard baler or a box cutter?

What they are checking: Whether they take equipment safety seriously, since balers and cutters can cause serious injuries.

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The full job description

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Job Description Candidates MUST be available between 2pm - 10pm and weekends to be considered. This role is offering about 30-35 hours per week. 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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