Early Morning Stocking Associate(Contract)-Ames,IA
Position in Ames, IA
Fast Facts
- Based in: Ames, IA (our growing Ames office)
- Hiring Organization: Walmart
- Flexible Role in Ames: Early Morning Stocking Associate
- This Ames-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Walmart team in Ames, IA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Ames, a key hub for the Retail industry.
Salary and Benefits
- Pay: $12-$16/Hour (approx. $30.1k/Year)
- Benefits: This role offers competitive pay.
- Project-based work with clear objectives.
Position Scope
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Ames location.
About Walmart Early Morning Stocking
Walmart early morning stockers arrive before sunrise to tackle the final push of freight that needs to reach shelves before the morning customer rush begins. Working a shift that typically runs from 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM, these associates process overnight truck deliveries, fill empty shelf positions, complete section work, and transition the store from overnight recovery mode to a fully shoppable daytime environment. The early morning schedule appeals to individuals who prefer starting and ending their workday while most people are still waking up.
Position Overview
Walmart is hiring Early Morning Stocking Associates for the 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM shift at Supercenter and Neighborhood Market locations. You will process remaining overnight freight, stock shelves to planogram standards, complete section work and price changes, and ensure your assigned departments are fully customer-ready before peak morning shopping hours begin.
Key Responsibilities
- Arrive before dawn to begin processing remaining freight from overnight truck deliveries in your assigned department zones.
- Stock shelves to planogram specifications ensuring correct product placement, proper facing counts, and price label accuracy.
- Complete section work scanning home locations to identify and resolve outs, incorrect mods, and inventory discrepancies.
- Process daily price changes and clearance markdowns applying updated labels and relocating marked-down merchandise.
- Transition the store from overnight stocking mode to a clean, organized, customer-ready shopping environment by late morning.
Qualifications & Benefits
Must be 16+ years of age with reliable pre-dawn transportation. No prior stocking experience required. Must lift up to 50 lbs and sustain physical stocking pace throughout the morning shift. Walmart offers competitive early morning stocking pay, shift done by early afternoon, associate discount, 401(k), stock purchase plan, health benefits, and advancement into team lead and coach positions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Early Morning Stocking Associate position pay at Walmart?
This role offers a pay range of $12 - $16. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Ames.
Where is this Early Morning Stocking Associate job located?
This position is based in Ames, IA. Walmart has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Ames.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Early Morning Stocking Associate job?
No prior experience is required. Walmart provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
What are the overnight shift hours?
Overnight shifts at Walmart in Ames typically run from approximately 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM, though exact times may vary by facility. Night shift roles often come with shift differential pay on top of the base rate.
What benefits does Walmart offer for this position?
Walmart 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.
Do Walmart employees get discounts?
Yes, Walmart associates enjoy employee discounts and other perks. Exact discount details and eligibility are provided during orientation.
