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Pet Supplies Plus 4074

Store Team Member

Erie, PA · On-site

$10 - $11.50/hr

Opportunity for advancement Retail Pet Store Associate -Customer Service and Pet Care (Team Member) Flexible Scheduling | Growth Opportunities At Pet Supplies Plus , pets aren't just pets--they're ...

Pet Supplies Plus 4074

Store Team Member

Erie, PA · On-site

$10.50 - $11/hr

Opportunity for advancement Retail Pet Store Associate -Customer Service and Pet Care (Team Member) Flexible Scheduling | Growth Opportunities At Pet Supplies Plus , pets aren't just pets--they're ...

Harbor Freight Tools

Retail Stocking Associate

Erie, PA · On-site

$16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

A Retail Stocking Associate (part-time) is a valued member of a high performing team who is ... Maintain a safe, clean, and organized store. * Other duties as assigned.

Rural King

Store Manager

Albion, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services Responsibilities What You'll do The Store Manager is responsible for creating and executing a business ...

Rural King

Store Manager

Lake City, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services Responsibilities What You'll do The Store Manager is responsible for creating and executing a business ...

Rural King

Store Manager

Fairview, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services Responsibilities What You'll do The Store Manager is responsible for creating and executing a business ...

Rural King

Store Manager

West Springfield, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services Responsibilities What You'll do The Store Manager is responsible for creating and executing a business ...

Rural King

Store Manager

Girard, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services Responsibilities What You'll do The Store Manager is responsible for creating and executing a business ...

Rural King

Store Manager

Cranesville, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services Responsibilities What You'll do The Store Manager is responsible for creating and executing a business ...

Rural King

Store Manager

Mckean, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services Responsibilities What You'll do The Store Manager is responsible for creating and executing a business ...

Rural King

Store Manager

Springboro, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services Responsibilities What You'll do The Store Manager is responsible for creating and executing a business ...

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How much do store associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for store associate in Erie, PA is $15.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $16.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a store associate?

Store associates are retail employees responsible for assisting customers, stocking shelves, operating cash registers, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the store. They provide customer service by answering questions, helping with product selection, and resolving issues. Store associates also help with inventory management and ensure that merchandise is properly displayed. Their role is crucial for the smooth operation of retail stores and for creating a positive shopping experience for customers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a store associate?

To thrive as a Store Associate, you need strong customer service skills, basic math abilities, and attention to detail, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and barcode scanners is often required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and a positive attitude help build rapport with customers and colleagues. These skills and qualities are essential for delivering outstanding service, maintaining efficient store operations, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

How does a store associate typically collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth store operations?

Store Associates regularly work alongside cashiers, stockers, and supervisors to keep the store running efficiently. This collaboration often involves communicating about inventory needs, assisting with merchandise displays, and helping each other during busy periods. Teamwork is essential, as associates may need to cover different roles or help resolve customer issues quickly. Open communication and flexibility are key to maintaining a positive work environment and delivering excellent customer service.

What is the difference between Store Associate vs Cashier?

AspectStore AssociateCashier
Primary RoleAssists customers, stocks shelves, maintains store appearanceProcesses transactions, handles payments at checkout
Required SkillsCustomer service, inventory managementCash handling, basic math, POS system operation
Work EnvironmentRetail store, various departmentsCheckout counters, retail store
Common CertificationsNone typically requiredCash handling certification optional

While both roles work in retail environments, a Store Associate has broader responsibilities including customer assistance and stock management, whereas a Cashier primarily focuses on processing sales transactions at the checkout. Both positions require strong customer service skills, but the Store Associate role often involves more diverse tasks across the store.

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Infographic showing various Store Associate job openings in Erie, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, and 61% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $31,796 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

Apply Now! Store Associate #601 Erie

Tops Friendly Markets

Erie, PA

$12/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Pay Rate Starting at: Level [[$12.00]]/ hr Rates of pay are determined by previous experience and labor contract seniority.

SUMMARY

Tops Markets is accepting applications for current and future part-time openings. A brief description of each department is listed below.  Tops has a history of promoting from within and all full-time positions are posted internally first, so a part-time position could lead to a long career with us if you possess the drive, motivation and desire to help our customers.  
When you complete the application you can list two departments that interest you and/or select “any department” if you are willing to work anywhere in the store. If we have hiring needs and you are selected for an interview, we will contact you by phone, text or e-mail.  Thank you for your interest in employment with Tops Markets.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Front End – The front end is the final point of contact with our customers. As a cashier or cart clerk, your most important responsibility is to make a positive, friendly and lasting impression on our customers. 
Bakery - You will slice, price, package, and display baked goods and ensure product is stocked, rotated, stored properly. 
Pharmacy - If you have a passion or interest in helping to provide health-related services, a pharmacy technician may be the perfect position.  You will retrieve medications from shelves, count or pour medications, label containers, properly price prescriptions, enter customer data into the computer, keep accurate records, and complete pharmacy related paperwork, as well as maintain security of controlled substances and ensure ordered are placed and supplies are stocked.
Deli/ Carryout Cafe - You will fulfill customer requests for deli and/or prepared foods products (i.e. ready-made meals, packaged salads, pizzas, subs, etc.), slice deli meats/cheeses to order, prepare product for cases, ensure product is properly stored, rotated, and displayed.
General Merchandise -You will ensure that product on the shelves is stocked and ready for customer purchase.  You’ll also help create and maintain product displays throughout the store, and ensure the backroom is organized and product is properly stored. The General Merchandise department includes first aid items, non-food items and rotating seasonal products as well!  
Grocery - You will ensure that product on the shelves is stocked and ready for customer purchase.  You’ll also help create and maintain product displays throughout the store, and ensure the backroom is organized and product is properly stored. 
Meat - You will ensure our meat departments are stocked and product is properly stored, rotated, weighed, labeled, displayed, fulfill customer requests for product from the meat case and help answer their meat questions. We also feature “Real Meat Real Butchers” and if you are a certified meat cutter or apprentice, you would ensure that the best cuts of meat are available to our customers, receive, process, cut, and trim meat products as well as package, tie, wrap, weigh, price and label them to get them ready for our customers to purchase.  
Produce - You will ensure our produce departments are stocked, product is properly stored, rotated, watered as needed, process, wrap, slice, weigh, package product to ensure it’s ready for our customers to purchase, and fulfill customer orders for fruit or vegetable platters, baskets, etc.
Seafood - You will ensure our seafood departments are stocked and product is properly stored, rotated, weighed, labeled, displayed, fulfill customer requests for product from the seafood case and help answer their seafood questions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively with customers and fellow associates.  

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.

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