Produce Clerk

PAQ, Inc; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership 401(k) plans

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

PAQ, Inc. is seeking a Produce Clerk to deliver prompt, courteous service, stock and present the produce department, and assist with inventory control. The role emphasizes accuracy in pricing, rotation, and product quality within a fast-paced retail environment.

Applicants should be reliable, able to stand for long periods, and work weekends/evenings as needed. Training is provided; prior retail experience is a plus, with a focus on customer satisfaction and safe food handling.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service required.
• Basic math skills for weighing and pricing.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective verbal communication with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Follow approved procedures for receiving products, pricing, and stocking.
• Replenish the produce department's fruits, vegetables, and other items.
• Move products in and out of storage areas for proper display and storage.
• Maintain inventory control to ensure freshness and turnover, minimize stock issues.
• Handle damaged and spoiled products per policy.
• Monitor expiration dates to ensure only fresh products are sold.
• Maintain a clean, attractive department and customer-friendly image.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Math for pricing

Organization

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PAQ, Inc. is committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We believe diverse perspectives and experiences strengthen our organization and drive better outcomes for our customers and communities.

The Produce Clerk provides prompt, courteous, and efficient customer service, maintains the produce department's presentation, and assists with inventory and stocking.

Essential Functions of the Position

Follow approved procedures for receiving products, pricing, and stocking to ensure accuracy, product quality, and proper rotation.

Replenish the produce department's fruits, vegetables, and other items as assigned.

Move products in and out of storage areas for proper display and storage of goods, including in refrigerating storage boxes.

Assist in maintaining inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality, and turnover for maximum sales and to minimize out-of-stock or overstocked products.

Handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policy and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods.

Monitor expiration dates of label goods to ensure only fresh products are available for customer purchase.

Maintain a clean, attractive, and friendly department to help ensure a favorable department image to customers.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

• Basic understanding of produce products and handling techniques.
• Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling.

Skills

• Excellent customer service.
• Basic math skills for weighing and pricing.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.

Abilities

• 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: No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus.

Company Employment Policies

PAQ, Inc is an "At-Will" employer.

PAQ, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Pay Range: $16.90 - $21.50

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. If you're dedicated to providing exceptional service and willing to make active contributions to the success of your company, then you're ready to be a PAQ, Inc. team member! Working at PAQ, Inc. is like being part of an extended family where each team member is valued and appreciated for their contributions to providing the very best service to our customers.

Do you have a friendly personality and love helping others? Then you might be the right person to join others who care about delivering excellent customer service. For over 20 years, PAQ, Inc. has provided our communities with the freshest quality foods, the best customer service, and Everyday Low Prices. Our success is due to our outstanding team members - they are the key to delivering excellent customer service that keeps our customers coming back.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical Dental and Vision insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership 401(k) plans
• Growth Opportunities