Produce Associate

Sam's Club; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits: medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) and stock purchase options

Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Education benefits for associates

Job summary

A membership-based retail warehouse in Houston is seeking a Produce Team Member to ensure the quality of produce and provide exceptional customer service. In this role, you will maintain cleanliness, manage inventory effectively, and support team members. Ideal candidates should be 18 years or older, capable of maintaining a positive attitude, and proficient in product knowledge. The position includes a pay range of $17.00 to $25.00 per hour and multiple benefits including health coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Passion for and experience with produce.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized area.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to members.
• Maintain inventory and prevent out-of-stock situations.
• Drive the performance of the area using digital tools.

Skills

Customer Service

Adaptability

Communication

Positive Attitude

Job description

Position Summary

Why do our members choose to purchase fruits & vegetables at Sam’s Club? Our members say the biggest reason is they get quality & fresh food at low cost. As part of our produce team, you’ll make important decisions about the quality of the produce that members and their families eat by ensuring availability, cleanliness and freshness. You will be on the front‑lines of customer service – your smile makes a difference and you can help enhance the member’s shopping experience. Come, be a part of a team that offers our members more for less.

What makes a great candidate

• You have a passion for and experience with produce
• You keep member satisfaction as your top priority
• You are comfortable with change and quickly adapt to different work scenarios
• You’re a curious and creative thinker, driving change through out‑of‑box thinking
• You can communicate effectively and positively influence team members
• You will lead by example

Daily impact

• Maintain a positive attitude by smiling, greeting and thanking members
• Provide exceptional customer service to members across the club as needed, answering any questions they may have
• Maintain a clean, neat, and member‑ready area
• Receive & stock merchandise in an organized manner
• Maintain inventory to prevent out‑of‑stock and over‑stock situations

Responsibilities

• Be a Team Member: Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of the products; collaborate with cross‑functional teams and help educate other associates on tools, tasks, and resources; communicate effectively and develop interpersonal skills for providing customer service; and be flexible to the needs of the business to work in other areas, track goods, maintain in‑stock levels, and control shrinkage in a timely manner.
• Be an Expert: Understand the processes and specifications related to the quality of various types of produce merchandise (for example, taste, preparation method or use, seasonality); prepare (trim, crisp, package, scale) products according to established standards; maintain product safety and follow company sanitation guidelines; and adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and company policies related to produce quality.
• Be a Techie: Leverage digital tools to drive sales, improve the shopping experience, and elevate associate engagement; utilize handheld technology to make immediate business decisions related to production, training, and product quality with the member in mind; adapt to new tools and encourage others to use them.
• Be an Owner: Drive the performance of the area; utilize digital tools; use perpetual inventory management techniques to stock and rotate department products; ensure quality and date control standards; eliminate waste; guide peers and provide attention to customer needs; assist customers according to company policies and procedures.
• Be a Talent Ambassador: Advocate for the department and the club by valuing the member’s experience in the meat area and modeling high quality service and products; execute the basics at the highest possible level of quality; exhibit energy, commitment, and passion for the work.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; use the Open Door Policy; and apply these in executing business processes and practices.
• Complete work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborate with managers, co‑workers, customers, and other business partners; identify priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carry out tasks; communicate progress and information; determine and recommend ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapt to and learn from change, difficulties, and feedback.

Pay and Compensation

The hourly wage range for this position is $17.00 to $25.00. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.

Additional compensation may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Benefits

• Health benefits: medical, vision and dental coverage
• Financial benefits: 401(k), stock purchase and company‑paid life insurance
• Paid time off: PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. PTO and/or PPTO can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Other benefits: short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• Live Better U: a company‑paid education benefit program for full‑time and part‑time associates in Walmart and Sam’s Club facilities. Programs include high school completion to bachelor’s degrees, English Language Learning, and short‑form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

Minimum Qualifications

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

I acknowledge that the position for which I am applying requires me to successfully complete all job required trainings and assessments within a prescribed time period if I receive the position.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Location

12205 WEST RD, HOUSTON, TX 77065‑4522, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have a no‑tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.