Produce Associate

Sam's Club

Johnson City (TN)

On-site

USD 22,041 - 31,684

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including medical, vision, and dental

401(k) and stock purchase options

Paid time off including parental leave and family care leave

Job summary

A major retail chain in Johnson City, TN is seeking a part-time Produce Associate. The role involves maintaining produce quality, providing excellent customer service, and supporting the team in ensuring inventory management. Ideal candidates should be adaptable and knowledgeable about produce standards. Competitive pay and benefits, including health coverage, 401(k), and paid time off, are offered.

Qualifications

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products and provide customer service.
Understand quality processes related to produce.
Use digital tools to enhance the shopping experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with teams and educate others on tools.
Manage inventory and ensure product quality.
Comply with company policies and uphold ethics.

Skills

Customer service

Collaboration

Knowledge of produce

Adaptability

Inventory management

Job description

Base pay range

$16.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Position Summary

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. Why do our members choose to purchase fruits & vegetables at Sam’s Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is they get quality & fresh food at low cost. As a 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 in 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.

Responsibilities

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 and provide customer service; be flexible to business needs and assist in other areas as needed; track goods, maintain in-stock levels, and control shrinkage.
Be an Expert: Understand quality processes and specifications related to produce (e.g., taste, preparation method, seasonality); prepare products to established standards; maintain product safety and sanitation; adhere to 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 make 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 the performance of the area; manage inventory, stock and rotate department products; ensure quality and date control; eliminate waste; assist customers per company policies.
Be a Talent Ambassador: Model high quality service and products; demonstrate energy, commitment, and passion for the work; advocate for the department and the club by valuing the member experience in the meat area.
Comply with company policies, procedures, and ethics; uphold Open Door Policy and apply these in business processes.
Complete work assignments by using policies, data, and resources; collaborate with managers, co-workers, customers, and partners; set priorities and deadlines; communicate progress and opportunities for improvement.

Additional information

The above information is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The full job description can be provided as part of the hiring process.

What you’ll do

Be a Team Member: Maintain knowledge of products; collaborate with cross-functional teams; educate others on tools and resources; provide customer service; adjust to business needs; track goods and ensure in-stock levels.
Be an Expert: Understand produce quality processes; prepare products per standards; ensure safety and sanitation; comply with applicable laws and policies.
Be a Techie: Leverage digital tools to drive sales and improve the shopping experience; use handheld devices for decisions related to production and training; embrace new tools.
Be an Owner: Ensure area performance and inventory management; maintain quality and waste reduction; assist customers.
Be a Talent Ambassador: Demonstrate commitment and quality in service and products; promote high standards of work.
Complies with company policies, procedures, and ethics; implements related action plans.

At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other benefits.

Benefits (highlights)

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 may apply based on job classification and length of employment and comply with applicable laws

Other information

For information about PTO and eligibility, see One.Walmart resources referenced by the employer.
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, and additional programs.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan terms.

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