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Niemann Foods

Niemanns Popcorn Clerk

Champaign, IL · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

SUMMARY The Niemanns Popcorn Clerk duties include but are not limited to providing excellent ... Corn popping machine RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT * Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel

Niemann Foods

Niemanns Popcorn Clerk

Champaign, IL · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

SUMMARY The Niemanns Popcorn Clerk duties include but are not limited to providing excellent ... Corn popping machine RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT * Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel

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PeopleFirst Staffing

Spot Weld Technician

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Spot Weld - $17-18 hr. 7am-3:30pm - Monday-Friday Weld popcorn machines, hot dog machines, soft pretzel machines, cotton candy machines, etc. must be good with basic hand tools, spot weld experience.

Cirtronics Corporation

Machine Operator

Milford, NH · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

We're actively hiring for a full-time Machine Operator, with the opportunity to start in as little ... Weekly treats (Popcorn Mondays, Chips & Salsa Wednesdays, Soft Serve Thursdays)Early release on ...

PeopleFirst Staffing

Spot Weld Technician

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

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Cirtronics Corporation

Machine Operator

Milford, NH

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Set up machines and load components per job specifications * Inspect kits to verify correct ... Weekly treats (Popcorn Mondays, Chips & Salsa Wednesdays, Soft Serve Thursdays) * Early release on ...

Cirtronics Corporation

Machine Operator

Milford, NH · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Set up machines and load components per job specifications * Inspect kits to verify correct ... Weekly treats (Popcorn Mondays, Chips & Salsa Wednesdays, Soft Serve Thursdays) * Early release on ...

Brokers LLC

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Edison, NJ · On-site

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Niemanns Popcorn Clerk

Champaign, IL • On-site

Niemann Foods
Retail • 1 - 5K employees
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$16 - $18/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY

The Niemanns Popcorn Clerk duties include but are not limited to providing excellent customer service, gaining product knowledge, rotation of product, merchandising, controlling shrink and working in a safe manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction
  • Suggestive selling, sampling
  • Quality assurance checks of department
  • Promotes sales
  • Proper handling and rotation of product
  • Day to day operational procedures to ensure stock level, inventory, and cleanliness
  • Promotes and supports established programs
  • Follows all Health Code guidelines
  • Works within company programs, policies and procedures
  • Follows all safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model
  • Other duties as assigned

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

  • The ability to prioritize and multi task
  • Detail Oriented
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Problem solving skills
  • High energy level
  • Adaptability

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • None required

LANGUAGE SKILLS

  • Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
  • Write simple correspondence.
  • Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

  • Basic math (addition, subtraction, division and multiplication)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • Food Handler's Certification as required by State Law provided at store level
  • Associates may be required to use standard Popcorn equipment including, but not limited to,
  • Corn popping machine

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
  • Hairnets/Hats
  • Uniform per store policy
  • Pallet jack
  • Ladder
  • Stepladder

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

  • Stand
  • Walk
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Taste
  • Communicate with associates and customers
  • Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
  • Smell

Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

  • Stoop
  • Balance
  • Kneel
  • Crouch

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

  • Sit
  • Crawl
  • Overhead lifting
  • Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Vision

  • Close
  • Distance
  • Peripheral
  • Depth perception
  • Ability to adjust focus
  • Ability to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regularly

  • Moving mechanical parts
  • Exposed to airborne particles
  • Risk of electrical shock

Occasionally

  • Chemicals while cleaning

Noise Level

  • Moderate

PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)

       $16 up to $18/hour (IL Locations Only)

Starting pay will be based on experience, internal equity, and scope of responsibility.

BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
  • Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program


**Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.

**Position requirements may vary by store location.

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