Stocking Shift Leader

Wegmans; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Overtime pay

Health benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

Wellness program

Job summary

Wegmans in Lanham, MD is seeking an hourly entry-level manager for the Frozen Foods department. You will lead a small team, ensure product quality, educate customers, and maintain standards in a fast-paced retail setting.

You bring 1+ year of work experience or a college degree, and basic computer skills. Experience leading a team and a passion for fresh products are a plus. Training and benefits are provided as part of Wegmans' employee program.

Qualifications

• One year or more of work experience or a college degree.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to work in freezing temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop team members in the Frozen Foods department.
• Educate customers and highlight product quality and freshness.
• Assist customers and help locate items while suggesting meals.
• Ensure merchandising standards and educate staff on company policies.
• Manage performance and provide training and development opportunities.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

College degree

Job description

We’re looking for passionate people ready to collaborate, develop and be leaders. As an hourly entry-level manager in the Frozen Foods department, you’ll join a dynamic retail environment that’s growing, with new opportunities available every day to enhance your skill set. You’ll gain a deep understanding of our values, business measures and standards and operations. You will ensure the most knowledgeable and passionate team members are working to educate our customers and get them the best and freshest frozen products available. If you love working and managing others in a fast-paced environment, then this could be the role for you!

What will I do?

• Focus on company standards regarding merchandising, highlighting quality, freshness and uniqueness of products
• Use passion and knowledge to educate team members and customers on product offerings
• Proactively approach customers, answer questions, help locate items and offer suggestions and solutions to complete their meals
• Manage performance and develop employees; provide resources, training, feedback and development opportunities
• Work involves exposure to and work in below freezing temperatures

Required Qualifications

• 1 or more years of work experience or a college degree
• Computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a team
• Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant products
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new situations and subject matters

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Work Environment:

The physical demands of this work are classified as medium. Work includes walking, standing for up to 4 hours without a break, frequent heavy lifting, repetitive hand and arm movements, bending, and reaching, including reaching and lifting above shoulder height, along with continuous interaction with customers and coworkers. The average weight range of items lifted is 8 – 32 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 50 pounds occasionally to frequently. Upper extremity repetition is moderate and trunk movement involves moderate twisting, bending, and pivoting. May be exposed to various allergens (things that may cause an allergic reaction). The work environment is indoors with exposure to freezing (-20 degrees – 20 degrees) temperatures. Basic tools and equipment used include box cutter, hand/power jack, compactor, baler, and u-cart.; Managerial/supervisory experience living our values and achieving results in our 5 measures; Customer Service experience, preferably in a food service industry, grocery or retail setting; Related work experience; Experience coordinating daily work of others; Experience ordering products and controlling inventory