Produce Associate

Sam's Club; Homewood (AL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, vision, dental)

401(k) and stock purchase options

Paid time off (PTO) and parental leave

Additional reimbursements and discounts

Job summary

A leading retail company in Homewood seeks a Produce Associate to maintain the quality of fresh produce and enhance customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams, using technology for efficiency, and maintaining cleanliness in the department. Applicants must be 18 years or older. This part-time position offers health benefits and a competitive hourly wage ranging from $16.00 to $23.00.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Ensure availability, cleanliness, and freshness of produce.
• Collaborate with teams and educate associates.
• Use digital tools for sales and product quality.
• Drive area performance and reduce waste.

Job description

Produce Associate — Sam\'s Club

Base pay range: $16.00/hr - $23.00/hr

This range is provided by Sam\'s Club. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Overview: As part of the produce team, you\'ll help ensure availability, cleanliness, and freshness of produce. You will be on the front lines of customer service, helping enhance the member\'s shopping experience. This role supports our members by delivering quality produce at low cost and contributing to a positive club environment.

What you\'ll do

• Be a Team Member: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products; collaborate with cross-functional teams; educate other associates on tools, tasks, and resources; communicate effectively; adapt to the needs of the business; track goods and maintain in-stock levels; control shrinkage in a timely manner.
• Be an Expert: Understand processes and specifications related to quality of various produce merchandise; prepare products according to established standards; maintain product safety and sanitation; adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and company policies related to produce quality.
• Be a Techie: Use digital tools to drive sales and improve the shopping experience; use handheld technology to support decisions about production, training, and product quality with the member in mind; adapt to new tools and encourage others to use them.
• Be an Owner: Drive performance of the area; utilize digital tools; manage stock and rotate department products; ensure quality and date control; reduce waste; assist customers per company policies.
• Be a Talent Ambassador: Model high-quality service and products; maintain energy, commitment, and passion for the work; value the member\'s experience in the department and club.
• Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity; apply Open Door Policy in daily business processes.
• Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborate with managers, coworkers, customers, and partners; identify priorities and deadlines; communicate progress and opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Other minimum qualifications may be required as listed in the job posting

Preferred Qualifications

• Outlined below are optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Location

Primary Location: 201 Lakeshore Pkwy, Homewood, AL 35209-7105, United States of America

Employment type

Part-time

Seniority level

Entry level

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Retail

Benefits

• Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. PTO/PPTO availability varies by job classification and length of employment.
• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, discounts, Military Leave Pay, and additional reimbursements.

Live Better U is a company-paid education benefit program for associates; eligibility requirements apply. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart at https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J.

The hourly wage range for this position is $16.00 to $23.00. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in specific circumstances.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Walmart and Sam\'s Club are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and a no-tolerance policy regarding illegal drugs and alcohol on the job.