Grocery Stocker PT
Company : KJ's Market
Location : Hickory, NC, 28601
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Overview
To ensure that Lowes Foods guest service and departmental operation is maintained in the grocery department..
Responsibilities
1. Provide polite, friendly interactions with all guests and co-workers.
2. Stock, rotate, and condition all grocery product on shelves according to Lowes Foods standards and productivity guidelines.
3. Maintain neat and safe work area to allow guests to shop without agitation.
4. Maintain organized, inventoried backstock in the backroom area.
5. Minimize damage and shrink through proper inventory control, rotation of the shelves and overstock, and proper product handling.
6. Assist with unloading and verifying merchandise upon delivery to the store.
7. Maintain sanitation standards on the sales floor and in the backroom area.
8. Communicates temperature problems to supervisor (dairy and frozen food).
9. Performs front-end duties as necessary to ensure “no noticeable wait” standard is upheld and maintained.
10. Order product for aisles (as assigned by management).
11. Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
1. Friendly, outgoing personality. 2. Ability to work well with others. 3. Ability to lift 40 lbs. constantly 60 lbs. occasionally. 4. Ability to read and understand information and direction. 5. Knowledge of grocery operations. 6. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job. 7. Effective communication and guest service skills. 8. Ability to bend, kneel, stand, push/pull stock carts and operate pallet jack for extended periods of time. (Anyone under the age of 18 may not operate an electric pallet jack, baler, or use a box cutter.)
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Frequently asked questions
Working as a part-time grocery stocker at KJ's Market involves frequent lifting of items up to 40 lbs and occasional lifts up to 60 lbs. Tasks like bending, kneeling, and pushing stock carts require stamina, making physical fitness important for maintaining pace and safety.
Daily duties include replenishing shelves, rotating stock to prevent spoilage, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with merchandise unloading. The role also demands attention to inventory organization and guest interaction to ensure a pleasant shopping experience.
While entry-level, this position offers a solid foundation in grocery operations, communication, and inventory management, potentially opening paths to supervisory roles or specialized departments within KJ's Market as skills and experience develop.
KJ's Market emphasizes on-the-job learning, encouraging staff to master multiple tasks including product handling and safety protocols. Training focuses on maintaining standards aligned with Lowes Foods, ensuring stockers can perform duties confidently and efficiently.
Hickory’s grocery sector sees steady hiring demand due to consistent retail needs. However, competition exists among local supermarkets, so demonstrating reliability, physical capability, and customer service skills can significantly improve job prospects.
Part-time grocery stockers in Hickory usually earn between $11 and $14 per hour, depending on experience and store policies. KJ's Market offers competitive pay within this range, reflecting local cost of living and retail job standards.
KJ's Market combines a community-focused environment with responsibilities emphasizing both stocking and guest interaction, setting it apart from larger chain roles that might prioritize speed or automation over personalized service.
KJ's Market typically offers adaptable shifts to accommodate part-time employees, balancing store needs with personal availability, which is ideal for students or those seeking supplemental income in Hickory's retail market.
While prior knowledge of grocery operations is beneficial, KJ's Market values a friendly attitude and eagerness to learn, making it accessible for newcomers willing to develop essential stocking and customer service skills.
Safety measures include proper lifting techniques, cautious handling of refrigerated products, and maintaining clean aisles to prevent hazards. KJ's Market also restricts under-18 employees from operating certain equipment for compliance and safety.