Waterloo Full-time Stock Associate | Hiring
Local Job Overview: Waterloo
Key Information
- Urgency: Immediate consideration in Waterloo.
- Role in Waterloo: Stock Associate
- Required Experience: Entry-Level.
- Employer: Ross Stores, Inc. (Hiring in Waterloo)
- Based in: Waterloo, IA (a key business district)
- This Waterloo-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Ross Stores, Inc. team in Waterloo, IA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Waterloo, a key hub for the Retail Merchandising industry.
Rewards
- Compensation: $16-$18/Hour (approx. $35.9k/Year)
- Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included.
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
Core Focus
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Waterloo location.
Fuel the Daily Treasure Hunt
About Ross Dress for Less
We believe that everyone deserves the thrill of finding name-brand fashion and home goods at unbeatable prices. Our mission is to ensure that our stores are packed with fresh, exciting merchandise every single day. The Stock Associate is the engine of the backroom, turning massive truck deliveries into sales floor-ready products in record time. When you embark on a career in retail jobs with Ross, you are joining a dedicated team defined by high-volume processing and speed.
Job Summary
We are actively seeking energetic, fast-moving, and highly organized individuals to join our logistics team. As an entry-level Stock Associate, you will be trained to unbox, security-tag, and hang merchandise at lightning speed. You will serve as the operational backbone, delivering the signature daily inventory turns that set Ross apart in the off-price retail industry. This is an active, physical role perfect for those who love listening to music, working with their hands, and avoiding the cash register.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Freight Processing: Unload daily truck deliveries, sorting mixed boxes of apparel, shoes, and home goods onto the appropriate processing tables.
- Ticketing & Tagging: Quickly apply hard security tags to high-value garments and ensure price tickets are clearly visible according to company standards.
- Rack Building: Hang processed apparel efficiently on rolling Z-racks, organizing by size and department so the floor team can push it out seamlessly.
- Backroom Maintenance: Operate the cardboard baler safely, sweep the receiving dock, and ensure all emergency exits are clear of empty boxes.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
We ensure our backroom experts are rewarded for their incredible hustle:
- Salary: Competitive base wage of $16.00 to $18.50 per hour.
- Store Discount: 20% employee discount across the store to support your own treasure hunts.
- Flexible Hours: Early morning and late evening shifts available, providing excellent work-life balance.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision packages available starting after a brief introductory period.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age upon application (due to baler operation).
- No prior retail or warehouse experience is required—we thrive on training people to be fast and efficient.
- Must possess an excellent work ethic and the physical stamina to stand in one place, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume, and sometimes loud backroom environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Waterloo Full-time Stock Associate | Hiring position pay at Ross Stores, Inc.?
This role offers a pay range of $16 - $18. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Waterloo.
Where is this Waterloo Full-time Stock Associate | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Waterloo, IA. Ross Stores, Inc. has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Waterloo.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Waterloo Full-time Stock Associate | Hiring job?
No prior experience is required. Ross Stores, Inc. provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
What benefits does Ross Stores, Inc. offer for this position?
Ross Stores, Inc. provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Ross Stores, Inc. provide training for new hires?
Yes, Ross Stores, Inc. provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What does a typical day look like as a Waterloo Full-time Stock Associate | Hiring?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in Ross Stores, Inc.'s Waterloo facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
