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Position Summary

The Receiving & Assembly Associate is responsible for accurate intake of merchandise, inventory control, and professional assembly of products (grills, outdoor power equipment, furniture, etc.). This role directly impacts in-stock position, sales readiness, and customer satisfaction.

Core Responsibilities

1. Receiving & Inventory Control

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips
• Identify and report discrepancies, damages, or shortages immediately
• Accurately check in merchandise using POS / inventory systems (Epicor or ACE systems)
• Label, tag, and route product to correct departments or staging areas
• Maintain organized receiving area with clear workflow (no bottlenecks)
• Execute vendor-managed inventory (VMI) processes where applicable
• Ensure priority items are floor-ready within same day (target: <24 hours)

2. Assembly Operations

Assemble products to manufacturer and ACE standards:

• Grills (Weber, Traeger, Big Green Egg, Napoleon)
• Outdoor power equipment (EGO, Stihl, Toro)
• Patio furniture, wheelbarrows, snow blowers, etc.
• Perform safety checks and quality assurance before product hits the floor or delivery
• Stage completed units for display or customer pickup/delivery
• Maintain assembly tools, workspace, and parts inventory

3. Merchandising Support

• Assist with floor resets and seasonal builds (grill displays, snow, lawn & garden)
• Ensure assembled products are clean, priced, and retail-ready
• Support promotional setups and vendor displays

4. Delivery & Customer Support (as needed)

• Assist with loading customer vehicles safely and efficiently
• Support local deliveries when required
• Provide basic product education to customers (grill startup, equipment usage)

Qualifications

• Prior warehouse, receiving, or assembly experience preferred
• Mechanical aptitude (tools, equipment assembly) required
• Ability to lift 50-100 lbs consistently
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Comfortable using inventory/POS systems
• Valid driver's license

Work Environment

• Fast-paced retail and warehouse setting
• Indoor and outdoor work depending on season
• Exposure to equipment, tools, and moving inventory

Compensation & Structure (optional to include)

• $17-$21 Hourly and performance incentives tied to assembly output (e.g., per grill/unit bonus)and receiving accuracy and speed.
• Opportunity for advancement into Operations or Floor Leadership

At Ace Hardware, we're more than just a hardware store - we're part of your community. With over 5,000 stores worldwide, most of which are independently owned and operated, our locations are run by local entrepreneurs who care deeply about the neighborhoods they serve.
While other retailers have grown big and impersonal, Ace remains proudly local, loyal, and personal. When you walk into an Ace, you're not just entering a store - you're visiting a neighbor.
Be part of something meaningful. Join a team where your work truly makes a difference in your community.

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