The Paper Store
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thepaperstore.comRating based on 40 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz
About jobs at The Paper Store
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at The Paper Store get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
80% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
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Only some people get paid when they’re sick
Does The Paper Store pay people when they’re sick?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
How we know this
55% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do workers at The Paper Store do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
86% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
How we know this
- 72% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 22% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.
You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do workers at The Paper Store worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
45% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
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Most people can choose their shifts
Do The Paper Store workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
77% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for The Paper Store workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
37% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
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Easy to get time off
How easy is it to get time off at The Paper Store?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
How we know this
85% of people report it’s easy to get time off.Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.
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Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute
Do The Paper Store managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
89% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
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Most people find it easy to take sick days
How easy is it to take sick days at The Paper Store?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
How we know this
71% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
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Most students say it’s good
Is a The Paper Store job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
88% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.
Benefits
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Needs improving
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Part-timers don’t get paid time off
Do part-time workers get paid time off at The Paper Store?
Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
How we know this
90% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time offBased on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid time off, no matter if they work full-time or part-time.
At a good job, you deserve all the same benefits, even if you work fewer hours.
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Most people say they can afford the health insurance
Is the health insurance from The Paper Store affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
How we know this
82% of people say the health insurance costs are okayBased on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs medical care sometimes, but it can be expensive.
A good job should offer health insurance that workers can actually afford.
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Only some people get paid time off
Do people get paid time off at The Paper Store?
Some people get paid time off from work.
How we know this
52% of people say they don’t get paid time off.Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs time to rest and take care of life outside of work.
A good employer offers paid time off so their workers can choose when to have a break or go to appointments without worrying about losing pay.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at The Paper Store feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
87% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
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Most people get breaks without interruption
Do people at The Paper Store get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
76% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
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Some people are stressed out
Is it stressful to work at The Paper Store?
Some people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
58% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at The Paper Store enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
79% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
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Most people recommend their team
Do people at The Paper Store recommend working with their team?
Most people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
67% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
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Most people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at The Paper Store?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
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Only some people get support to advance
Do people get support to advance at The Paper Store?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 45% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening
Do people think The Paper Store’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
73% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organization should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organization has many different sites.
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Most people feel well informed by headquarters
Do workers feel well informed about how The Paper Store is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
68% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
How The Paper Store ranks
The Paper Store ranks joint 215th to work for out of retailers.
- 215= Foodland (Hawaii)
- 215= The Paper Store
- 215= McCoy's Building Supply
Rankings are based on Breakroom Ratings for employers with 20 or more Breakroom Quiz responses, accurate as of May 19, 2026.
Pay ranges at The Paper Store
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$15.00-17.00 per hour
The Paper Store job reviews
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Best thing
I love being in customer service, I enjoy interacting with people
Worst thing
Working till 6 or 7 three times a week, not being able to have a set schedule, a little more pay and hour
Manager at The Paper Store, March 2025
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Best thing
The employee discount is such a great deal, and of course, as an employee, you get to be the first to know and be able to purchase any viral item. The team that I work with is also incredibly nice, always fun to be around, and we treat each other as a family.
Worst thing
nothing?
Sales associate at The Paper Store, January 2025
Handy to know
How are people paid?
Based on 40 The Paper Store employees
How much notice do people get of their shifts?
Based on 36 The Paper Store employees