Assistant Produce Manager

Redner's Markets, Inc.; Northampton Township (Bucks County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A local supermarket chain is seeking a Produce Department Supervisor in Northampton Township. In this role, you will oversee daily operations of the Produce Department, assist in merchandising plans, and ensure product quality. Strong math and communication skills are essential. You will also be responsible for customer service and compliance with health regulations. This role requires heavy lifting and the ability to stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills for counting products accurately.
• Strong communication skills for customer service.
• Dexterity required for produce handling.
• Ability to lift heavy items frequently.
• Capacity to stand for prolonged work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise functions of the Produce Department.
• Assist with merchandising plans including floral and produce.
• Monitor product quality and freshness.
• Provide prompt customer service.
• Follow company policies in all operations.

Skills

Basic math skills

Strong communication skills

Dexterity for trimming and packaging

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Job description

95 Northampton
Cherry Square
101 Held Drive
Northampton, PA 18067, USA

DEPARTMENT: Produce

REPORTS TO: Produce Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

To direct and supervise all functions of the Produce Department in the absence of the Produce Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 1) Responsible for overall operation of the Produce Department in the absence of the Produce Manager as outlined in the “Produce Manager” job description.
• 2) Assist Produce Manager with merchandising plans for the department including floral and cut fruit/veg.
• 3) Assist with the ordering of the entire line of products in the Produce Department as needed or in the absence of the Produce Manager.
• 4) Follow policies regarding ordering, receiving, pricing, and stocking to ensure accuracy and product rotation.
• 5) Participate in shrink control by culling cases multiple times per day.
• 6) Follow planned program for cleaning and preventive maintenance on cases, coolers, and other refrigerated equipment.
• 7) Observe all state, local, and federal health and weights and measures laws.
• 8) Monitor product quality and freshness at all times.
• 9) Greet customers and provide prompt and courteous service.
• 10) Abide by all company policies as stated in the Employee Handbook.

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 1) Assist with unloading and storing of merchandise.
• 2) Monitor inventory of supplies and product. Notify Produce Manager when orders are needed.
• 3) Filling and culling of racks and displays on a daily basis.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• 1) Basic math skills and the ability to accurately count product and match against invoices.
• 2) Must have strong communications for providing customer service.
• 3) Must have dexterity of hands to enable trimming and packaging of produce.
• 4) Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds up to fifty percent (50%) of the time.
• 5) Must be able to stand upright for the majority of your scheduled work shift.

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