Ames Entry Part Time Stocking & Warehouse | Hiring
Your Next Step in Ames
At a Glance
- Location: Ames, IA
- Career Level: Trainee.
- Employer: Costco (Hiring in Ames)
- Flexible Role in Ames: Part Time Stocking & Warehouse
- This Ames-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Costco team in Ames, IA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Ames, a key hub for the Warehouse Stocking industry.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $20-$25/Hour (approx. $27.9k/Year)
- Benefits: A competitive compensation package is offered.
- Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Ames.
Day-to-Day
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Ames location.
Part Time Stocking & Warehouse Jobs
About Costco
We operate over 800 membership warehouses globally supplying bulk goods to millions of loyal members. Our promotion-from-within policy ensures that hourly staff become our future general managers. When you embark on a career in part time warehouse jobs with Costco, you are joining you are joining a supportive team of warehouse professionals who prioritize safety, respect, and clear career paths into management.
Job Summary
Build a lasting retail career while working 20 to 25 hours per week on flexible morning or evening shifts. We invest heavily in promoting our warehouse staff into higher leadership positions. You will serve as Part-Time, delivering the signature Ambitious that sets Costco apart in the warehouse stocking.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Pallet Unloading: Unload 40 pallets hourly using electric pallet jacks safely.
- Inventory Merchandising: Stock 150 cases per hour onto high bay racking.
- Forklift Operation: Operate sit-down propane forklifts to move heavy bulk merchandise.
- Quality Audit: Inspect 50 inventory skids daily for damaged shrink wrap.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
We provide reliable part-time benefits to support your personal and professional growth.
- Salary: $19.50–$24.00 per hour
- Health Coverage: Medical and dental plans for part-time team members.
- Retirement Plan: 401k matching contributions up to 5 percent.
- Tuition Assistance: Annual reimbursement for continuing education and degrees.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly during shifts
- Available to work weekend and early morning shifts
- Pass a standard pre-employment drug screening
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Ames Entry Part Time Stocking & Warehouse | Hiring position pay at Costco?
This role offers a pay range of $20 - $25. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Ames.
Where is this Ames Entry Part Time Stocking & Warehouse | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Ames, IA. Costco has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Ames.
Do I need a forklift certification for this role?
No prior forklift certification is required. Costco provides free, paid on-site training and certification for all powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment including forklifts, clamp trucks, and order pickers.
How many hours per week is this part-time Ames Entry Part Time Stocking & Warehouse | Hiring role?
Part-time positions at Costco generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What are the physical requirements for this position?
This role involves team-lifting items weighing between 50 to 150+ pounds using proper ergonomic techniques and mechanical aids. Costco provides safety training and equipment to ensure associate safety.
What benefits does Costco offer for this position?
Costco 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.
