Retail Associate - Mid-Day Shift
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Overview
Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Part-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$15-$16/hour
Benefits
Career Development
Job Description
Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
Please note: we are only considering direct applicants for this role. Third-party recruiters and agencies will not be considered. Must have recent retail experience to be considered. Job description – Retail Associate
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Store Vision
Bricks & Minifigs is first and foremost a fun place for people of all ages to enjoy and explore their passion for LEGO. We facilitate this by providing excellent customer service and expert LEGO knowledge for all ages and abilities. We are a store that encourages customers to reuse, rebuild and reimagine with LEGO elements. Each Bricks & Minifigs location is locally owned, and part of a nationwide franchise, headquartered in Orem, UT.
Bricks & Minifigs is a LEGO buy, sell, trade & birthday party retail store. We offer a wide variety of new and retired LEGO sets, as well as selling bulk bricks, and individual minifigures.
We are looking for someone exceptional who wants to be a part of a dynamic store environment, where we are always challenging ourselves to improve and evolve with the changing market environments.
If you are or have…
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Minimum of 2 years experience in customer service and retail sales, with proven ability to connect with people and drive sales (required)
- Must be able to work mid-day shifts and weekends (required)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills (required)
- Intermediate LEGO® building skills (required)
- Familiarity with LEGO® products, past and present (preferred)
- Solid knowledge of pop culture—franchises like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Marvel, and Star Wars are central to our daily work and customer engagement
- Ability to work independently on a variety of changing projects
- Availability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled
- Friendly, outgoing personality with integrity and accountability
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable engaging with new people
- Strong multitasking skills and ability to stay organized in a busy retail environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication in English
- Willingness to take on other duties as needed to support store operations
We offer…
- A challenging but fun work environment
- Opportunity to learn all aspects of running a retail business
- Valuable sales and customer service skills training
- Opportunity to be part of a driven and community-oriented team
Job Summary: Responsible for attending to customers in a sales capacity while also carrying out a variety of shared retail activities required for daily operation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with events, marketing initiatives, and social media campaigns
- Prepare products for display and support customer trade-in and selling activities
- Deliver outstanding customer service by helping guests of all ages explore the store and discover products of interest
- Contribute to a store atmosphere that balances a fun, casual environment with professionalism
- Ensure the store environment is safe, organized, and welcoming for all customers
- When not assisting customers, prioritize essential tasks with efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to direction
- Support management in a variety of store operations, including merchandising, inventory, promotions, and marketing campaigns
- Collaborate proactively and positively with supervisors and team members to achieve store goals
- Take on additional duties as needed to support overall business operations
Most of your day will entail:
- Building and repairing used sets;
- Breaking down and certifying sets;
- Sorting and cleaning bulk LEGO;
- Organizing and stocking minifigures and sets (new and used);
- Greeting customers when they enter the store;
- Helping customers at checkout;
- The job requires standing throughout the day with some lifting of heavy containers upwards of 50 pounds.
Retail sales and customer service skills are preferred. LEGO knowledge is required, experience with the product will be helpful.
Three references will be required for a second interview with the following information:
Full name, relationship to you (past boss etc.), and their contact information (phone number and email). An offer is contingent on passing a background check.
Job Type: Full-time, In person Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour DOE
Benefits:
- Employee discount as per Employee Discount Policy
- Bonuses are available based on individual and overall business performance
- Room for growth
Experience level:
- Customer service: (Preferred – Required 3+ years)
- Retail experience: (Preferred – Required 3+ years)
- Familiar with LEGO product and themes (Preferred but not required)
Working Days and Hours:
- Part Time mid-day shift (up to 20 hours/week)
- Weekday and Weekend Hours (Required)
- Open and Close Shifts, including specified holidays (Required)
- Physically able to lift and move heavy boxes and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to commute/relocate: Address: Niles, IL 60714
- Reliably commute or planning to relocate before start
Compensation: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
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FAQs About Retail Associate - Mid-Day Shift Jobs at Bricks & Minifigs Niles
What is the work location for this position at Bricks & Minifigs Niles?
This job at Bricks & Minifigs Niles is located in Niles, Illinois, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Bricks & Minifigs Niles?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $15–$16 per hour for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Bricks & Minifigs Niles?
Bricks & Minifigs Niles lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Alternate-schedule
- Full-time
- Part-time
What experience level is required for this role at Bricks & Minifigs Niles?
Bricks & Minifigs Niles is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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