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Accurate Personnel LLC

Material Handler

Romeoville, IL

$19.48/hr

Electric Pallet Jack/Walkie Rider, Reach Truck, Cherry Picker, Standup Forklift, Dock Stocker and ... Accurate Personnel has provided temporary job services and direct hire searches for 45 years. Our ...

Accurate Inc

Material Handler

Romeoville, IL · On-site

$19.48/hr

Electric Pallet Jack/Walkie Rider, Reach Truck, Cherry Picker, Standup Forklift, Dock Stocker and ... Accurate Personnel has provided temporary job services and direct hire searches for 45 years. Our ...

Excelgens

Warehouse Associate I

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

... Temp Job Summary: Performs the physical and/or administrative tasks involved in the shipping ... dock stocker and powered pallet jacks. * Creates repair RMA's, manages receiving and shipment ...

Excelgens

Warehouse Associate I

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$16.75 - $20/hr

... Temp Job Summary: Performs the physical and/or administrative tasks involved in the shipping ... dock stocker and powered pallet jacks. • Creates repair RMA's, manages receiving and shipment ...

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How much do stocker temp jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for stocker temp in Chicago, IL is $15.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.85 and $17.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Stocker Temp vs Stock Associate?

AspectStocker TempStock Associate
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentTemporary retail or warehouse settingsFull-time or part-time retail stores or warehouses
Employer UsageUsed for seasonal or short-term staffing needsRegular staff responsible for stocking and inventory
Search IntentTemporary stocking jobs, seasonal workLong-term stocking and inventory roles

While both roles involve stocking products, a Stocker Temp is a temporary position often filled for seasonal or short-term needs, whereas a Stock Associate is a permanent or long-term employee responsible for ongoing stocking duties in retail or warehouse environments.

What is a stocker temp?

Stocker Temps are temporary employees responsible for stocking shelves, organizing inventory, and maintaining product displays in stores or warehouses. They typically work on a short-term basis, especially during busy seasons or to cover staff shortages. Their duties may include unloading deliveries, restocking shelves, and ensuring that products are properly labeled and easy for customers to find. Stocker Temps often work early mornings, evenings, or overnight shifts to prepare the store for customers. This role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team.

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

To thrive as a Stocker Temp, you need basic math skills, physical stamina, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management systems, barcoding tools, and handheld scanners is typically required. Reliability, time management, and teamwork are crucial soft skills that help you excel in this fast-paced role. These skills ensure shelves are stocked efficiently, inventory is accurate, and store operations run smoothly to meet customer needs.

What are some common challenges stocker temps face, and how can they overcome them?

Stocker Temps often encounter challenges such as managing physically demanding tasks, adapting to fast-paced environments, and efficiently organizing inventory. To overcome these, it's important to maintain good communication with your team, use safe lifting techniques, and stay organized to keep track of stock locations. Seeking feedback from supervisors and collaborating with colleagues can also help streamline processes and reduce errors, making your shifts more manageable and productive.
What are the most commonly searched types of Stocker jobs in Chicago, IL? The most popular types of Stocker jobs in Chicago, IL are:
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Retail Sales Stocker/Merchandiser

KeHE Distributors, LLC

Bloomingdale, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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KeHE Distributors rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 49 rated food wholesalers

Job description

Why Work for KeHE?
  • Full-time
  • Pay Range: $19.00/Yr. - $23.00/Yr.
  • Shift Days: , Shift Time:
  • Benefits after 30 days
    • Health/Rx
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
    • Supplemental life insurance
    • 401(k)
    • Paid time off
    • Paid sick time
    • Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
    • Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
    • Holiday pay for company designated holidays

    Overview

    At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good.


    Primary Responsibilities

    The Retail Stocker is responsible for stocking, rotating, and merchandising KeHE supplied product for assigned customers within a region. To be successful in this role, the Retail Stocker must understand the movement of products and prioritization of temp zones. A Retail Stocker should be knowledgeable of stores’ products and provide customers with useful information to improve shopping experience and strengthen the overall relationship with customer. As with all KeHE employees, individuals must perform all duties in alignment with KeHE’s mission, vision and core values.


    Essential Functions

    DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Stock, rotate, and merchandise KeHE supplied products for assigned customers within the region.
    • Remove products from pallets and sort products on carts by using aisle numbers on pick labels.
    • Maintain productivity of pre-defined number of cases per hour.
    • Work on various projects as assigned including but not limited to: new item cut-in, category resets, “best-buy” and code checks, shelf and product maintenance, and emergency deliveries.
    • Assist with product placement and positioning on store shelves. Create attractive displays for goods.
    • Promote customer service through assisting customers with queries and questions.
    • Utilization of platform/application in checking in and out of location, as well as tracking of assigned projects and completion.
    • Maintain good attendance, safe work practices and maintain safeguards of confidential company information.
    • Act as back-up to Field Sales Representative/Territory Sales Assistant and perform assigned duties when needed.
    • Working backstock, building new displays, and new item placement as necessary.
    • Attend and participate in team and/or regional sales meetings as requested.
    • Other duties and special assignments as assigned by management.

     

    SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

    • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently without direct on-site supervision.
    • Keep a clean and organized workspace.
    • Ability to stand for long hours and lift heavy merchandise
    • Break down pallets using minimal space
    • Ability to follow information in a schematic format.
    • Strong organizational, time management and communication skills.
    • Interact and communicate effectively and professionally with retail team and store personnel
    • Be courteous to shoppers and assist with general questions.
    • Comfortable performing multi-faceted tasks in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
    • Willingness to jump in and support with ad-hoc assignments and queries.
    • Positive, professional, and friendly disposition.

    Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    • High School Diploma required
    • Valid driver’s license & clean MVR required.
    • Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in grocery industry
    • Microsoft Outlook experience required
    • Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekends.
    • Ability and willingness to travel up to 75%.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Ability to be exposed to cold or warm temperatures for occasional work in a walk-in cooler and/or freezer and outdoors. Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand for entire shift, as well as, bend, squat, push or pull as necessary.


    Requisition ID
    2026-29589
    Equal Employer Opportunity Statement
    KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.Qualifications:

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    • High School Diploma required
    • Valid driver’s license & clean MVR required.
    • Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in grocery industry
    • Microsoft Outlook experience required
    • Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekends.
    • Ability and willingness to travel up to 75%.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Ability to be exposed to cold or warm temperatures for occasional work in a walk-in cooler and/or freezer and outdoors. Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand for entire shift, as well as, bend, squat, push or pull as necessary.

    Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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