Full-Time

Operational Support Associate

S&R, Days

Lowe's

Lowe's

10,001+ employees

Large-scale home improvement retailer

Compensation Overview

$20.20 - $24.90/hr

East Hartford, CT, USA

In Person

Category
Warehouse & Fulfillment (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
Inventory Management
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Requirements
  • The candidate must work a set schedule that may be changed or modified by management based on facility needs.
  • The candidate must be available to work mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends, and overtime depending on the assigned shift and facility needs.
  • The candidate must work in a distribution or warehouse environment and handle its physical and environmental conditions.
  • The candidate must be able to lift at least 25 pounds and up to 70 pounds.
  • The candidate must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • The candidate must demonstrate a track record of good attendance.
  • The candidate must have basic math and reading comprehension skills.
  • The candidate must have basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Internal candidates must have no written warnings within the last 6 months or final warnings within the last 12 months.
Responsibilities
  • Log all incoming purchase orders.
  • Audit completed receiving paperwork to ensure accuracy.
  • Assist inventory operations to ensure that stores are appropriately stocked.
  • Observe incoming and outgoing merchandise for defects and damage.
  • Call vendors for packing lists and freight bills as necessary.
  • Maintain a comprehensive filing system for completed receiving packets.
  • Operate distribution computer systems as required to control merchandise flow efficiently.
  • Use industrial motorized and non-motorized equipment to unload trailers, transport, select, stock, and load heavy or large merchandise.
  • Assist the Receiving team and perform other duties assigned by the Coach.
Desired Qualifications
  • Post-secondary education in business, supply chain management, transportation, or a related field.
  • Experience in a customer service role.
  • Experience using troubleshooting processes to resolve problems.
  • Experience in distribution center operations.
  • Experience with software applications such as Excel, Access, or a data management system; Lowe’s DMS is preferred.
  • Experience managing multiple projects or tasks simultaneously, requiring the ability to prioritize and manage time.
  • Previous experience operating power equipment, such as a reach truck or RC.

Lowe's operates large-scale home improvement retailers in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, serving both do-it-yourself customers and professionals in construction and remodeling. It sells a wide range of products including appliances, building supplies, tools, hardware, and garden equipment through its physical stores and online platform. The business works by offering a broad product assortment plus customer service and installation services to create a comprehensive shopping experience for home improvement projects. Compared with competitors, Lowe's differentiates itself by combining a large, one-stop product selection with in-store expertise and installation services, available both offline and online. Its goal is to help customers complete home improvement projects by providing convenient access to products and services, aiming to maintain a leading market position in its regions.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Mooresville, North Carolina

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • Second-quarter 2026 sales rose 8.3% to $26.0 billion; online grew 15.7%.
  • Lowe’s generated $3.1 billion free cash flow in fiscal Q2 2026.
  • Management keeps pursuing tuck-in deals, signaling more Pro consolidation after FBM and ADG.

What critics are saying

  • Reuters on February 25, 2026 cited tariffs, high rates, and guarded DIY spending.
  • February 2026 WARN layoffs cut hundreds of corporate and field roles across Lowe’s.
  • Home Depot’s stronger contractor base and scale keep Lowe’s trapped in second place.

What makes Lowe's unique

  • Lowe’s Total Home strategy deepens Pro distribution through FBM and ADG, August 2026.
  • MyLowe AI answered 25 million questions; users convert at three times non-users.
  • Home services, online, and Pro sales offset weak DIY demand in 2026.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Performance Bonus

Company News

Yahoo Finance
Sep 10th, 2026
Lowe's earnings per share up 5.2% over three years despite revenue shrinking 1% annually

Lowe's Companies shares trade at $198, down 26% over the past year, as the retailer navigates a cautious DIY customer base and weak housing market. Despite revenue shrinking at 1% annually over three years, earnings per share grew at 5.2% through expense discipline and share buybacks. The company generated $3.1bn in free cash flow in fiscal Q2 2026 after $542m in capital expenditures. Online sales grew 15.7%, supported by Mylow, an AI shopping agent whose users convert at triple the rate of other shoppers. Comparable transactions fell 2.1% in the quarter. Management lowered fiscal 2026 sales guidance to approximately $92bn with roughly flat comparable sales and expects Q3 adjusted earnings per share to fall about 7% year-over-year.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 27th, 2026
Target raises dividend to $1.16, Lowe's to $1.25 as retailers defend payout streaks

Target raised its quarterly dividend to $1.16 from $1.14, whilst Lowe's increased its payout to $1.25 from $1.20. Both retailers reported second-quarter results on 19 August 2026. Target's increase follows a period of flat dividends and comes after a tariff refund boosted quarterly earnings. The company yields 2.8% and paid $518 million in dividends during the quarter. Chief financial officer Jim Lee stated the firm prioritises business investment first, dividends second, and buybacks last. Lowe's generated $3.1 billion in free cash flow against $673 million in dividends. However, the company faces balance sheet challenges, with negative shareholders' equity of $7.44 billion and debt-to-EBITDA of 3.0 times following recent acquisitions. Management aims to reduce leverage to 2.75 times by mid-2027. Lowe's yields 2.4%.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 21st, 2026
Major US retailers pocket $5B in tariff refunds as Walmart gets $2.9B, Target $994M, but shoppers see little benefit

Major US retailers have received over $5 billion in tariff refunds this week alone, with Walmart getting $2.9 billion, Target $994 million, and Home Depot $730 million. The Trump administration is refunding approximately $166 billion in tariff revenue after the Supreme Court struck down its sweeping tariff policy, having returned $100 billion so far. Despite studies showing consumers bore the brunt of initial tariff costs through higher prices, most companies are reinvesting the refunds rather than passing savings to shoppers. Retail executives indicated in earnings calls they plan to put the money back into their businesses. Consumers have filed class-action lawsuits against companies receiving refunds, but none have concluded. Americans have limited recourse to recover funds if companies don't voluntarily lower prices.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 19th, 2026
Lowe's CEO warns of cautious consumer spending amid macro and geopolitical uncertainty

Lowe's reported mixed second-quarter results, with revenue falling short of analyst expectations due to pressure on DIY consumer spending. The DIY segment represents 60-65% of Lowe's revenue. CEO Marvin Ellison cited several factors affecting consumer behaviour: customers remain cautious about discretionary spending due to macro and geopolitical uncertainty, plus higher fuel prices above $4 per gallon. Poor weather during Memorial Day and a highly promotional environment in July also impacted results. Despite challenges, Lowe's posted its fifth consecutive quarter of same-store sales growth at 0.2%, below Wall Street expectations. The pro business and online sales performed well, with online contributing 15% year-over-year growth. Lowe's has received $80 million in tariff refunds, with additional refunds expected by year-end. The company is carefully considering how to use these funds whilst avoiding overly promotional strategies.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 19th, 2026
Lowe's Q2 sales rise 8.3% to $26B, maintains full-year EPS outlook at $12.25

Lowe's reported second-quarter sales of $26 billion, up 8.3% year-over-year, with comparable sales rising 0.2%. The home improvement retailer saw growth in professional customers, online sales, and home services offset weaker discretionary DIY spending. Online sales jumped 15.7%, supported by higher traffic and the company's MyLowe AI tool, which has answered over 25 million customer questions. Customers using the tool convert at three times the rate of non-users. However, inflation, interest rates, and increased promotional competition pressured transactions and margins. Adjusted diluted earnings per share reached $4.40, including an $0.11-per-share benefit from tariff refunds. Lowe's maintained its full-year outlook near the low end of prior guidance, expecting roughly flat comparable sales and adjusted EPS of approximately $12.25. Management anticipates continued residential construction pressure but remains focused on long-term investments.