Meijer sees to add 900 workers at stores

Meijer Stores LP has begun hiring more than 900 workers for its new stores in Avon, Mentor and Stow.

Meijer Stores LP has begun hiring more than 900 workers for its new stores in Avon, Mentor and Stow.

On Jan. 9, the company announced its online job portal is open for applicants.

The three stores are under construction now and will open in spring, expanding Meijer’s presence in northern Ohio.

“Foundations are set, floors are poured and the walls are up at each of our new northeast Ohio stores,” said Regional Vice President Tom Wilson. “So every day, we’re a little bit closer to opening our first three locations in Greater Cleveland.

“The opportunity to begin hiring for hourly positions and put together customer-focused teams is the next step in bringing our new neighbors a one-stop shopping solution. We look forward to hiring local team members who can be our future store leaders as we continue to grow in northeast Ohio.”

The new supercenters in Avon, Mentor and Stow will feature fresh produce, meat and dairy delivered seven days a week, as well as apparel departments, pet supplies, toys, electronics and garden centers, according to Meijer.

The Avon store will feature a gasoline station, which will open approximately one month before the store.

In addition to traditional grocery and merchandise offerings, the stores will have a pharmacy that feature free prescription programs, as well as access to clinical services and immunizations.

The full and part-time positions available include team leaders, cashiers, cake decorators, customer service, receiving clerks and meat cutters.

Ideal candidates will possess a desire to provide exceptional customer service and potentially advance their career within Meijer, according to the company.

Meijer benefits including paid-time off, weekly pay, flexible scheduling, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and health coverage options.

Starting hourly wages will vary depending on experience level and specific skills.

Potential candidates can begin the hiring process by applying online at jobs.meijer.com.

Enter “Avon,” “Mentor,” or “Stow” in the location search field and click search.

Hourly candidates can apply by clicking on the positions listed.

Meijer leadership will screen applicants within the next few weeks and contact select candidates to schedule in-person interviews.

Meijer became known for pioneering the supercenter concept back in 1962 and the company opened its first supercenter in Ohio just outside of Columbus in 1981.

The retailer was the first to provide a unique offering that featured fresh produce, meat and dairy as well as a wide selection of general merchandise and customer-focused services.

The retailer currently employs about 10,000 team members at 39 supercenters throughout the state of Ohio and a distribution center in Tipp City.