Produce Department Lead: Freshness & Quality Champion

Jetro Cash & Carry Enterprises, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer M

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Six Paid Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Additional Voluntary Supplemental Ben

Comprehensive Benefits Package

All benefits subject to eligibility

Job summary

Jetro Cash & Carry Enterprises, Inc. in Milwaukee seeks an Assistant Produce Manager to support daily operations of the produce department.

You will help ensure product quality, inventory accuracy, and adherence to company standards while supervising staff and ensuring customer satisfaction. The role emphasizes freshness, proper stock rotation, and effective merchandising, with a focus on teamwork and safety compliance in a warehouse/retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in produce, grocery, retail, or warehouse operations.
• Strong understanding of product handling, rotation, and stock management.
• Ability to identify product quality issues and maintain freshness standards.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the produce department to ensure product availability, quality, and presentation.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory levels through proper stock control and product rotation.
• Ensure all produce is handled, stored, and displayed in accordance with company and food safety standards.
• Monitor product quality and freshness, ensuring timely removal or disposition of unsellable items.
• Supervise and support department staff to ensure adherence to company procedures and operational standards.
• Assist with merchandising, signage, and product displays to maintain an organized and appealing department.
• Support receiving processes by verifying incoming product for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain department cleanliness, organization, and compliance with company policies and regulations.

Skills

Inventory management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Excel basics

Product handling

Tools

Excel

Job description

Jetro Cash & Carry Enterprises, Inc. in Milwaukee seeks an Assistant Produce Manager to support daily operations of the produce department.

You will help ensure product quality, inventory accuracy, and adherence to company standards while supervising staff and ensuring customer satisfaction. The role emphasizes freshness, proper stock rotation, and effective merchandising, with a focus on teamwork and safety compliance in a warehouse/retail environment.