Produce 2nd

Paq, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

PAQ, Inc. is seeking a Produce Lead to assist in supervising the department and to help manage staff, inventory, and customer service in a fast-paced grocery setting in Sacramento, CA.

The role emphasizes scheduling, training, ordering, and maintaining department standards. The position requires strong leadership, over five years of produce experience, and supervisory experience, with a focus on accuracy, merchandising, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Over five years of Produce experience required.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Strong leadership and training skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management and health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Produce team in managing and supervising the department, including scheduling, training, ordering, overseeing sweep logs, and all administrative and operational department tasks.
• Supervise and train the Produce team.
• Verify produce vendor invoices, checking for product quality and accuracy of quantity.
• Assist in ordering and maintaining inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality, and turnover, maximizing sales and minimizing shrinkage or loss to the company.
• Ensure that damaged product is correctly accounted for and disposed of.
• Carry out merchandising plans approved by produce department management to maximize profitability and meet customer demands.
• Follow approved procedures for receiving products, pricing, and restocking merchandise displays to ensure quality protection, image accuracy, and product rotation.
• Ensure all products are correctly trimmed and attractively presented, with pre-packed items providing adequate allowances for tare weights or shrinkage.
• Conduct regularly scheduled inspections of all produce products for freshness and visual appeal, culling products to maintain an image of freshness and quality.
• Follow department sanitary procedures and standards, including assisting in maintaining department sweep logs.
• Alert department and store management of any maintenance, refrigeration, equipment malfunctions or concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Training skills

Customer service

Inventory management

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Produce 2nd assists the Produce Manager in overseeing the department's operations, including staff management, inventory control, and customer service.**Essential Functions of the Position:*** Assist the Produce team in managing and supervising the department, including scheduling, training, ordering, overseeing sweep logs, and all administrative and operational department tasks.* Supervise and train the Produce team.* Verify produce vendor invoices, checking for product quality and accuracy of quantity.* Assist in ordering and maintaining inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality, and turnover, maximizing sales and minimizing shrinkage or loss to the company.* Ensure that damaged product is correctly accounted for and disposed of.* Carry out merchandising plans approved by produce department management to maximize profitability and meet customer demands.* Follow approved procedures for receiving products, pricing, and restocking merchandise displays to ensure quality protection, image accuracy, and product rotation.* Ensure all products are correctly trimmed and attractively presented, with pre-packed items providing adequate allowances for tare weights or shrinkage.* Conduct regularly scheduled inspections of all produce products for freshness and visual appeal, culling products to maintain an image of freshness and quality.* Follow department sanitary procedures and standards, including assisting in maintaining department sweep logs.* Alert department and store management of any maintenance, refrigeration, equipment malfunctions or concerns.* Perform other duties as assigned. **Knowledge:*** Advanced knowledge of produce products and department operations.* Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management.* Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling.**Skills:*** Strong leadership, supervisory, and training skills.* Excellent customer service.* Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.* Proficient in inventory management.* Strong organizational and time management skills.* Effective verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and team members. **Abilities:*** Ability to manage and motivate a team.* Ability to handle complex operational issues.* Ability to analyze and improve sales and profitability.* Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stocking and labeling.* Capability to adjust to changing situations, handle multiple demands, and work with diverse personalities.* Aptitude for making informed decisions quickly, often in high-pressure situations.* A genuine desire to meet and exceed customer expectations, creating a positive shopping experience.* Ability to perform physical tasks, including stocking, lifting boxes, and standing for extended periods.**Physical Requirements:*** Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.* Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.* Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products.* Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills in handling small objects.* Maintain clear communication with customers and team members.* Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload.* Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.**Work Conditions:*** Work Hours: Vary, with availability required on weekends, evenings, and holidays; typically, 8-hour shifts for full-time employees.* Environment: Indoor, climate-controlled, with adequate lighting and ventilation. Relatively damp or humid conditions, including wet or slippery floor surfaces.* Primary Work Stations: Work within the grocery store environments, which include various sections such as the sales floor, backrooms, and refrigerated storage areas.* Dress Code: Professional and presentable attire as determined by store management, including a name tag, company-issued shirts, hats, jackets, or personal shirts that are black, burgundy, or blue, in good repair, and not faded.* Exposure: May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and cleaning chemicals.* Noise Level: Usually low to moderate, with occasional loud periods from customers, store announcements, and equipment.* Interaction: Constant interaction with customers and team members in a fast-paced retail environment.**Minimum Qualifications:*** Education: High school diploma or equivalent.* Experience: Over five years of Produce experience is required. Supervisory experience is required.**Company Employment Policies:*** PAQ, Inc is an “At-Will” employer.* PAQ, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). **Pay Range:**$18.15 - $25.00 ***Equal Employment Opportunity****PAQ, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.* ***Reasonable Accommodation Statement****PAQ, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants throughout the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let us know.* ***Work Authorization****All employment offers are contingent upon verification of authorization to work in the United States in compliance with applicable federal laws.* ***Pay Transparency (California)****The base pay range for this position is listed above. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, internal equity, and business need.* ***Fair Chance Statement (California)****We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local ordinances.* ***Applicant Privacy Notice****To learn more about how we collect, use, and retain applicant personal information, please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at: https://www.paqinc.org/privacyPolicy* ***Employment‐At‐Will****Employment with PAQ, Inc. is at will. Either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.* ***Duties Disclaimer****This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Responsibilities may change or be reassigned at any time based on business needs.*