Store Associate
Your Next Step in Manassas
Fast Facts
- Company: Family Dollar
- Experience: Entry-Level (Training in Manassas).
- Worksite: Manassas, VA
- Role in Manassas: Store Associate
- This Manassas-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Family Dollar team in Manassas, VA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Manassas, a key hub for the Retail Merchandising industry.
Rewards
- Salary: $15-$17/Hour (approx. $34.4k/Year)
- Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included.
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
Position Scope
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Manassas location.
Stock the Shelves, Serve the Neighborhood
About Family Dollar
As your neighborhood family discount store, Family Dollar provides our communities with compelling value on everyday essentials, groceries, and seasonal fun. Our mission is to ensure that our stores are a convenient, fully stocked destination. The Store Associate is the versatile backbone of the team, keeping the sales floor fresh and the customers happy. When you embark on a career in retail jobs with Family Dollar, you are joining a dedicated team defined by hustle and community care.
Job Summary
We are actively seeking energetic, reliable, and physically active individuals to join our daily store team. As an entry-level Store Associate, you will be trained to process incoming freight, stock the aisles, and run the cash register. You will serve as an all-around operational star, delivering the signature convenience that sets Family Dollar apart in the discount retail industry. This is a highly physical, fast-paced role perfect for those who like to stay busy and see the immediate results of their work.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Freight Processing: Unload weekly truck deliveries using roller belts and U-boats, rapidly pushing new merchandise out to the sales floor.
- Merchandising & Recovery: Stock shelves with everyday essentials and groceries, pull items to the front (facing), and build promotional endcap displays.
- Customer Service: Jump onto the cash register to ring up customers swiftly during busy periods, ensuring accurate cash handling.
- Store Cleanliness: Maintain the cleanliness of the store, sweep the aisles, and ensure the parking lot and entrance are free of debris.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
We ensure our store associates are rewarded for their versatile dedication:
- Salary: Competitive base wage of $14.50 to $17.00 per hour.
- Career Growth: Strong internal promotion rates—advance quickly to Assistant Store Manager positions.
- Flexible Hours: Part-time and full-time schedules available to accommodate your lifestyle.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision packages available starting after a brief introductory period for eligible team members.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age upon application (due to equipment operation and age-restricted sales).
- No prior retail, merchandising, or cashier experience is required—we train you thoroughly.
- Must possess a strong work ethic and the physical stamina to walk, bend, and lift up to 40 pounds throughout the shift.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, shifting quickly between unloading freight and ringing up customers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Store Associate position pay at Family Dollar?
This role offers a pay range of $15 - $17. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Manassas.
Where is this Store Associate job located?
This position is based in Manassas, VA. Family Dollar has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Manassas.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Store Associate job?
No prior experience is required. Family Dollar provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
How many hours per week is this part-time Store Associate role?
Part-time positions at Family Dollar generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What benefits does Family Dollar offer for this position?
Family Dollar provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Family Dollar provide training for new hires?
Yes, Family Dollar provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
