ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Retail Scanner Jobs (NOW HIRING)

ScanScape

Retail Scan Associate (Lenox, MA 01240)

Lenox, MA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

ScanScape Retail Scan Associates visit a designated selection of stores each week to scan all product barcodes on displays and in aisle locations, including aisle end caps throughout the store. The ...

ScanScape

Retail Scan Associate (Hudson, MA 01749)

Hudson, MA · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

ScanScape Retail Scan Associates visit a designated selection of stores each week to scan all product barcodes on displays and in aisle locations, including aisle end caps throughout the store. The ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

People also search for

All JobsRetail Scanner Jobs

Retail Scanner information

See salary details

$10

$15

$18

How much do retail scanner jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for retail scanner in the United States is $15.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Retail Scanners, and how can they be addressed on the job?

Retail Scanners often encounter challenges such as handling long lines during peak hours, managing price discrepancies, and ensuring accuracy when scanning items. To address these, it's important to remain calm under pressure, communicate clearly with both customers and team members, and promptly report any technical issues with equipment. Building familiarity with store layouts and promotions can also help speed up transactions and enhance the customer experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Retail Scanner, and why are they important?

To excel as a Retail Scanner, you generally need attention to detail, basic math skills, and familiarity with retail operations, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems, barcode scanners, and cash handling procedures is typically expected. Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving abilities help you interact effectively with shoppers and colleagues. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate transactions, efficient service, and a positive shopping experience.

What are retail scanners?

Retail scanners are electronic devices used in stores to read barcodes on products. They help cashiers quickly and accurately ring up items at the checkout and track inventory levels. By scanning the barcode, the device retrieves information about the product, such as its price and description, from the store’s database. Retail scanners improve efficiency, reduce human error, and speed up the checkout process for both staff and customers.

What is the difference between Retail Scanner vs Cashier?

AspectRetail ScannerCashier
Primary RoleScanning items and managing inventory dataProcessing customer transactions and payments
Required SkillsAttention to detail, familiarity with scanning equipmentCustomer service, math skills, POS system knowledge
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, stockroomsCheckout counters, retail stores
CertificationsNone typically requiredNone typically required

While both roles are common in retail, a Retail Scanner primarily handles inventory data by scanning items, whereas a Cashier focuses on processing customer payments. Some employees may perform both functions, but their core responsibilities differ.

What cities are hiring for Retail Scanner jobs? Cities with the most Retail Scanner job openings:
What states have the most Retail Scanner jobs? States with the most job openings for Retail Scanner jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Retail Scanner jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Retail Scanner jobs are:
Retail Scanner jobs near you
Infographic showing various Retail Scanner job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 53% Full Time, 44% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,808 per year, or $15.8 per hour.
Retail Scan Associate (Meredith, NH 03253)

Retail Scan Associate (Meredith, NH 03253)

ScanScape

Meredith, NH • On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

This is a permanent PART-TIME role.
ScanScape Retail Scan Associates visit a designated selection of stores each week to scan all product barcodes on displays and in aisle locations, including aisle end caps throughout the store. The data collected is analyzed and used to improve the sales performance of the product and retailer (store).
Get a glimpse into the day in the life of a Retail Scan Associate. This short video demonstrates your daily tasks and job at hand.
ScanScape Video
Being a Retail Scan Associate offers an opportunity in retail, providing workplace independence, some flexibility in hours, and job consistency. There will be continuous physical activity throughout the workday shift.
Benefits:
  • Competitive Compensation (16/hr)
  • Flexibility in working hours, tailored to accommodate both personal scheduling needs and client requirements
  • Paid travel at your hourly rate (minus first & last 15 minutes)
  • Paid sick time
  • Eligibility for 401(k) with employer matching contributions.
  • Monetary referral program

Route:
Grocery Store
Meredith, NH 03253
Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday
What does a Retail Scan Associate do?
We are hiring part-time Retail Scan Associates to perform in-store data collections at assigned local retailers every week for 52 weeks a year, including holiday weeks. Our store types include grocery, convenience, drug, pet, and mass merchandise stores. We work with major brand retailers like Walmart, Kroger, Target, Albertsons, and other national chains, as well as small independent retailers.
Retail Scan Associates use a downloadable app on their mobile phone to scan barcodes in numerous locations throughout each store.
The base hours for this position average 4 hours per week across all stores, depending on store size and workload. Additional hours (typically 1-2 hours per week per store) are frequently assigned for special projects throughout the year, with higher demand from January through June. Full scheduling details will be reviewed during the interview.
While scanning bar codes each week, you will be asked to provide the quantity of about 45% of the products you scan.
What does a Retail Scan Associate's week look like?
You will report to your store within the described deadline.
You will complete Display Scanning on the entire store, which occurs every week and can take several hours to finish.
Our Clients frequently request more specific details about products in the main stocking locations. This additional work is referred to as Custom Projects. They occur almost every week and can add 1 to 2 hours of work for those weeks for each store.
Adhering to weekly deadlines is critical to the data we deliver to our clients. We ask for dependability and quality-driven action from our Retail Scan Associates in exchange for the exciting opportunity of independence in the workplace, along with some flexibility. If you'd like to play a part in the retail landscape and this sounds like you, please read on!
Qualifications:
  • At least 18 years old with a valid driver's license.
  • Reliable vehicle with minimum state auto insurance coverage.
  • Ability to endure being on your feet for long periods, while accessing products throughout the store.
  • Ability to lift to 25 pounds, reach 6 feet in the air, and bend/stretch/stoop/stand.
  • Ability to perform repetitive movements with hands, wrists, arms, and legs for prolonged periods.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
  • Must be a deadline-driven self-starter.
  • Must have access to reliable Wi-Fi.
  • Must be tech savvy.
  • High school diploma or GED (preferred).

You can apply for this role through methods such as our Careers website link and/or Intranet site for internal candidates. This role is subject to AI-assisted screening. Circana uses artificial intelligence (AI) to assess resumes for alignment with job requirements by helping locate details in resumes that relate to the job description.
This position is expected to remain open for approximately 30 days and may close earlier if sufficient qualified candidates are identified.
#datacollection #datacollector #merchandiser #retail #part-time #flexible schedule #scanningdata
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Apply