Early Morning Stock Associate

Early Morning Stock Associate – Ross Stores, Inc.

Join Ross Stores as an Early Morning Stock Associate and help keep our stores stocked and ready for customers. Make a difference in a vibrant retail environment.

Ross Stores, Inc. is the largest off‑price retailer in the United States, with over 2,200 locations. We deliver high‑quality brands at extraordinary savings while creating a fun, treasure‑hunt shopping experience.

• Team excellence and continuous improvement
• Growth and development within the company
• Collaborative problem‑solving across departments
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and community

The Retail Associate provides friendly, efficient customer service, maintains a clean and well‑presented store, and supports day‑to‑day operations across all store areas.

• Practice safe behaviors and maintain a safe environment.
• Greet customers, make eye contact, smile, and say "hello" and "thank you."
• Assist customers at registers and throughout the store.
• Handle customer issues courteously and call leadership when needed.
• Represent and support the Ross brand at all times.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep the store tidy.
• Execute daily sizing, recovery, and merchandising of new merchandise.
• Adhere to Loss Prevention programs and store protection standards.
• Safeguard confidential information, cash, and merchandise.
• Follow all policies for cashings, returns, voids, and bankable tenders.
• Demonstrate efficiency and productivity throughout the shift.

• Manage work processes
• Business acumen
• Plan, align, and prioritize
• Build talent
• Collaborate
• Lead by example
• Communicate effectively
• Ensure accountability & execution

Effective communication with customers, associates, and leadership; basic math skills typical of retail environments.

• Use store equipment, registers, and PC.
• Stand, walk, and move 100% of working time.
• Bend, squat, kneel, climb, carry, reach, and stoop regularly.
• Occasionally push, pull, and lift over 25 lb.
• Use janitorial equipment, rolling racks, ladders, and other supplies.
• Stockroom shifts may require lifting over 20 lb.

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This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all‑inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company’s overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), veteran status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

Base pay range $15.00 – $15.50 per hour. The range depends on experience, skills, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, and location. Total compensation includes additional rewards that vary by position and location.

• Accident, Critical Illness, Vision, Auto, Home, and Pet insurance programs
• Associate Discount & Identity Protection programs
• Associate Purchase Program, Benefit Hub Discount Mall, Employee Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits
• 401(k) with service requirements, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Ross Cares Fund, College Discounts
• Sick pay (where legally required), referral bonuses
• Full‑time associates eligible for medical/dental/vision, legal insurance, vacation buy, flexible spending account, health savings account, life/ADDI insurance, long‑term disability, enhanced maternity and parental leave, vacation accrue and paid holidays (9). Bonus based on performance is also available for key positions.