Front End Associate

About the Role

Heinen’s is a leading, family-owned grocery retailer established in 1929, known for premium-quality products and outstanding customer service. The company culture is rooted in an associate-first philosophy, emphasizing well-being, development, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate scanners, scales, cash registers, and other electronics.
• Accept payments, ensuring all prices and quantities are accurate.
• Follow all store procedures regarding coupons, gift cards, or the purchase of specific items, such as alcohol.
• Follow company standards for proper packing.
• Acquire and share knowledge of the store.
• Prioritize daily work based on varying business needs.
• Attend required corporate meetings and training classes.
• Comply with all personal and food safety company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Scanners
• Scales
• Cash registers
• Electronics

Qualifications

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a sense of urgency and the ability to work independently to achieve daily tasks.
• Comply with all company policies and standards.
• Possess the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Be production driven with the ability to work continuously on repetitive tasks, while standing.
• Possess the ability to frequent lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Be able to work in various weather conditions.
• Willing to work the number of hours required to meet company objectives, with the understanding that business needs may occasionally require additional time.
• Willing to work a non-traditional five-day work schedule, including Saturday, Sunday, and evenings.

Benefits (Illinois Benefits Information)

• Retirement Plan: Company-sponsored 401k plan with a 5% company match for eligible full-time and part-time associates.
• Healthcare Benefits: Medical and Pharmacy coverage for full-time associates.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options.
• Commuter Benefit options.
• Company-provided Dental and Vision coverage for full-time and part-time associates.
• Paid Time Off: Including paid sick time.
• Insurance: Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules. Biweekly scheduling for better work predictability. Closed on 7 major holidays.
• Growth and Development: Daily professional development and growth opportunities, including leadership development for all associates.
• Wellbeing: Company-provided associate assistance program. Family, Parental, and Personal Leave options.
• Discounts: 20% discount on Heinen's products.