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162 performance associate jobs at 90 companies in Ames, IA

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Customer Service & Logistics Associate
Ankeny, Iowa, United States
$45k-$55k/yr OnsiteFull Time
THD America
THD America: Distributes and supports medical devices for colorectal surgery.
3+ YOEAssociate degree or 3+ years related experience; proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong verbal/written communication; ability to lift 15-20lbs and perform packaging and warehouse tasks.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint
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Retail Associate
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
OnsitePart Time
Ross Stores
Ross StoresNASDAQ: ROST: Discount retail chain selling brand-name apparel and home fashions
0+ YOECustomer service oriented; able to perform store tasks; stand/walk long hours; basic math.
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Stock Associate
West Des Moines, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time, Part Time
World Market
World Market: Sells imported furniture, home decor, and specialty food products.
Process freight, maintain merchandising and stockroom, assist customers, perform checkout, and lift up to 40 lbs; retail experience helpful but not required.
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Housekeeping Associate
Ames, Iowa, United States
$17/hr OnsiteFull Time
LCS: A senior living and health care center providing residential and wellness services for older adults.
Perform general housekeeping and laundry in a health care center, follow infection control procedures, understand written and oral instructions, and follow routine procedures.
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Store Associate
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
$15-$19/hr OnsitePart Time
CVS Health
CVS HealthNYSE: CVS: Provides retail pharmacy, health insurance, and pharmacy benefit management services.
Provide customer service, perform cashier duties, restock and maintain sales floor; must be at least 16 years old; high school diploma preferred.
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Janitorial Associate
Ames, Iowa, United States
$16-$29/hr OnsitePart Time
Walmart
WalmartNYSE: WMT: Operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount stores, and grocery stores.
Perform store cleaning, restroom and parking-lot maintenance, cart collection, operate equipment, stand for long periods, provide friendly customer interactions, and work evenings/weekends/holidays.
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Sales Associate
West Des Moines, Iowa, United States
OnsiteSeasonal
Spencer Spirit Holdings
Spencer Spirit Holdings: Retailer of novelty gifts, apparel, and seasonal Halloween merchandise.
Must be at least 16, able to lift/move up to 50 lb, climb ladders, stand up to 8 hours, perform merchandising, POS operations, sign waving, and loss prevention.
POS
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Warehouse Associate
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time
SRS Distribution
SRS Distribution: Distributes roofing and building products to professional contractors.
Receive, stock, load, and distribute materials; operate forklifts; perform physical labor including lifting up to 100 lbs.; follow OSHA and safety procedures; high school diploma preferred.
inventory management software, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel
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Sales Associate
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
$14/hr OnsitePart Time
Petco
PetcoNasdaq: WOOF: Pet specialty retailer of supplies, food, and veterinary services.
Provide friendly retail customer service, assist pet parents with product selection, perform cashiering, stock merchandise, lift up to 50 lbs, and work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
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Task Associate
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
OnsitePart Time
Ulta Beauty
Ulta BeautyNASDAQ: ULTA: Largest US beauty retailer selling cosmetics and salon services.
High school diploma preferred; ~1 year relevant experience preferred; proficiency with Point of Sale and Apple devices; ability to work independently and in a team; ability to lift up to 25 lbs and perform continuous mobility tasks.
Point of Sale system, Apple devices
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Warehouse Associate
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Acme Tools
Acme Tools: Family-owned retailer of professional power tools and equipment.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; basic computer skills; willingness to operate powered equipment (forklift); ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand and perform frequent bending/pushing; able to work rotating Saturday shifts.
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Sales Associate
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
$13-$16/hr OnsitePart Time
Des Moines Art Center
Des Moines Art Center: Non-profit museum providing art exhibitions, education, and sculpture park.
Customer-facing retail role requiring POS and cash-handling skills, inventory and merchandising experience preferred, basic Microsoft Office proficiency, strong customer service and judgment, and ability to perform medium physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.
POS, Microsoft Office, PC, cash register, photocopier, calculator, handcart, dolly, hammer, screwdriver, box cutter
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AE - Stock Associate
West Des Moines, Iowa, United States
OnsitePart Time
American Eagle Outfitters
American Eagle OutfittersNYSE: AEO: Global specialty retailer of high-quality clothing and accessories
Perform shipment processing, replenishment, markdowns and merchandising; attention to detail, flexible availability, and prior stock experience preferred.
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Warehouse Associate
Fort Dodge, Iowa, United States
$17-$24/hr OnsiteFull Time
DSG
DSG: Wholesale distributor of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC construction supplies.
1+ YOEPerform warehouse tasks including order pulling, packing, shipping & receiving, forklift operation, machine operation, inventory reporting, and maintaining a safe clean work area. Ability to lift up to 60 lbs regularly (100 lbs occasionally); 1–3 years applicable experience preferred.
RF scanner, gas forklift, electric forklift, wire measuring / cutting machine, pipe machine
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Associate Positions 2026-27
Van Meter, Iowa, United States
$17/hr OnsiteFull Time
Van Meter Community School District
Van Meter Community School District: Providing personalized public education from preschool through 12th grade.
High school diploma or equivalent; CPR/First Aid and Mandatory Reporter Child Abuse training required; must be authorized to work (citizenship/residency or work visa); performs student support, supervision, and classroom assistance.
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Merchandising Sales Associate
Perry, Iowa, United States
FieldFull Time
Tractor Supply Company
Tractor Supply CompanyNASDAQ: TSCO: Rural lifestyle retail chain for agricultural and pet supplies.
Prior retail or merchandising experience required; must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license. Ability to perform planograms, assemble fixtures, perform cycle counts, and deliver customer service.
computer, cash register, pallet jack, dolly, handtruck, forklift, baler
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SALES ASSOCIATE - COSMETICS
West Des Moines, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Von Maur
Von Maur: Operates a chain of upscale fashion department stores.
Provide excellent customer service, meet sales goals, perform cosmetic consultations, operate POS, maintain visual standards, and work varied shifts including evenings and weekends.
POS
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Diagnostic Associate I
Ames, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Iowa State University
Iowa State University: A public land-grant research university in Ames, Iowa.
Bachelor's degree required; perform bacterial culture, pathogen ID, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, use LIMS, follow biosafety protocols, handle animal specimens, and maintain accurate records.
Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
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Substitute Transportation Associate
Indianola, Iowa, United States
$16/hr OnsitePart Time
Indianola Community School District
Indianola Community School District: Operates public K-12 schools in Indianola, Iowa.
High school diploma/GED preferred; performs student supervision on buses, assists drivers, follows IEP supports, completes required trainings and background checks, and meets physical demands of lifting and mobility.
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Seasonal Retail Associate
Ankeny, Iowa, United States
$15-$16/hr OnsiteSeasonal, Temporary
Duluth Trading Company
Duluth Trading CompanyNASDAQ: DLTH: Retailer of workwear, casual apparel, and outdoor accessories.
High school diploma or equivalent; retail experience preferred; authorized to work in the US; ability to stand up to 8 hours, lift up to 40 lbs, climb ladders, and perform physical tasks.
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