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Walmart

Stocking Team Associate

Willmar, MN · On-site

$15 - $28/hr

Stocking associates must be able to lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds. Ability to operate ... Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off ...

Walmart

Stocking Team Associate

Montevideo, MN · On-site

$16 - $29/hr

Stocking associates must be able to lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds. Ability to operate ... Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off ...

Walmart

Stocking Team Associate

Litchfield, MN · On-site

$16 - $29/hr

Stocking associates must be able to lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds. Ability to operate ... Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off ...

SpartanNash Company

Deli/ Bakery Associate

Litchfield, MN · On-site

$13 - $16/hr

Stock Backroom with Bakery/Deli Products - Rotating and Dating Cases/Buckets * Work as a team with ... Communicate tasks, recipes, weights and measures, and cleaning steps completed to other associates

SpartanNash

Deli/ Bakery Associate

Litchfield, MN

$13 - $16/hr

Stock Backroom with Bakery/Deli Products - Rotating and Dating Cases/Buckets * Work as a team with ... Communicate tasks, recipes, weights and measures, and cleaning steps completed to other associates

Northdale Oil

Deli Associate

MN · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Job Type Part-time Description The Deli Associate helps performs the day-to-day convenience store ... Clean and stock Deli Qualifications * Some high school education preferred. * Ability to work as a ...

Walmart

Stocking Team Supervisor

Montevideo, MN · On-site

$21 - $34/hr

Stocking associates must be able to lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds. Ability to operate ... Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off ...

Walmart

Fashion Team Associate

Montevideo, MN · On-site

$16 - $29/hr

... Associate Benefits & perks At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based ... Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off ...

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How much do stock associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for stock associate in Willmar, MN is $15.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.28 and $18.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a stock associate?

Stock associates are retail workers responsible for receiving, organizing, and maintaining inventory in stores or warehouses. They unload deliveries, stock shelves, and ensure products are displayed correctly and efficiently. Stock associates also help with inventory counts, track stock levels, and may assist customers in locating products. Their work ensures that store shelves remain well-stocked, clean, and organized, contributing to a positive shopping experience.

How does a stock associate typically interact with other departments in a retail environment?

As a Stock Associate, you’ll regularly collaborate with sales floor staff, managers, and sometimes receiving teams to ensure merchandise is available and well-organized. Communication is key when coordinating restocks, handling inventory discrepancies, or assisting with store displays. Building strong working relationships with these teams helps streamline operations and creates a more efficient workflow, making your contributions critical to the store’s overall success.

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

To thrive as a Stock Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic math abilities, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management systems, handheld barcode scanners, and point-of-sale (POS) software is often required. Dependability, teamwork, and effective communication help Stock Associates excel in fast-paced retail environments. These skills ensure accurate inventory control, efficient restocking, and smooth store operations.

What is the difference between Stock Associate vs Retail Associate?

AspectStock AssociateRetail Associate
Primary RoleManaging inventory, stocking shelves, organizing stockAssisting customers, sales, cashiering
Work EnvironmentStockrooms, back-of-store areas, sales floorsSales floor, customer service areas
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, physical staminaHigh school diploma, customer service skills
Industry UsageRetail, warehouseRetail, customer service

While both roles are common in retail settings, a Stock Associate primarily handles inventory management and stocking, whereas a Retail Associate focuses on customer service and sales. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position aligned with their skills and interests.

What cities near Willmar, MN are hiring for Stock Associate jobs?

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Infographic showing various Stock Associate job openings in Willmar, MN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,092 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Center Store Associate - Stock

SpartanNash

Litchfield, MN

$13 - $16/hr

Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

SpartanNash rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 333 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

459th of 739 rated retailers

Job description

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members - ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists - create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company's own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location:

951 East Frontage Rd. - Litchfield, Minnesota 55355

COMPENSATION: Hourly rate $13.00 - $16.00 depending on experience.
BENEFITS:
Full Time Benefits
Excellent benefits package, including PTO and 7 paid holidays. Eligible for healthcare (single and family) first of the month following date of hire. 401(k) plan with employer match available. Employer paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability. Paid Parental Leave after six months.
Starting Part Time Benefits
Excellent benefits package, eligible to participate in 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan and work life resources. Eligibility for paid holidays and additional benefits is based on meeting working hours requirements post hire.

Position Summary:

This role is responsible to work independently to display and stock products; to ensure that you contribute to the financial best interest of the store. Additionally, this role is responsible for meeting company guidelines for guest experience, as well as complying with company guidelines for safety and food safety.

Here's What You'll Do:

  • Assist in receiving, unloading, and stacking merchandise in the back room.

  • Properly fill, rotate and merchandise shelves, cases and displays on sales floor.

  • Notify the manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.

  • Have familiarity with all products carried in the departments and know the product locations in the store.

  • Handle spoiled/damaged products per established guidelines.

  • Maintain clean, attractive and well stocked departments.
    Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines.

  • Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations.

  • Follow Guest Experience Guidelines.

  • May be assigned tasks in other departments based on customer experience need.

  • Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here's What You'll Need:

  • High School Diploma (GED) preferred

  • Retail or related experience preferred.

  • Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents

  • Basic mathematical skills

  • Detail oriented

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally. The associate is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and may bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a typical retail store environment (varied temperatures) and is exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

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