Produce Associate

Company: Wal Mart
Location: South Jordan
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Position Summary...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.You will sweep us off our feet if:* 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 exampleYou will make an impact by:* Maintaining a positive attitude by smiling, greeting and thanking members* Providing exceptional customer service to members across the club as needed, answering any questions they may have* Maintaining a clean, neat, and member-ready area* Receiving & stocking merchandise in an organized manner* Maintaining inventory so that there is no out of stock and over-stock productsThe above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full job description can be made available as part of the hiring process.What you'll do...* Be a Team Member: Maintains up-to-date knowledge of the products; collaborating with cross functional teams and helping educate other associates on tools, tasks, and resources; communicating effectively and developing interpersonal skills for providing customer service; and being flexible to the needs of the business to work in other areas, tracking goods, maintaining in-stock levels, and controlling shrinkage in a timely manner.* Be an Expert: Understands the processes and specifications related to quality of various types of produce merchandise (for example, taste, preparation method or use, seasonality); preparing (trim, crisp, package, scale) products according to established standards; maintaining product safety and following company sanitation guidelines; and adhering to applicable laws, regulations, and company policies related to produce quality.* Be a Techie: Leverages digital tools to drive sales, improve the shopping experience, and elevate associate engagement; utilizing hand held technology to make immediate business decisions related to production, training, and product quality with the member in mind; adapting to new tools and encouraging others to use them.* Be an Owner: Drives the performance of the area; utilizing digital tools; using perpetual inventory management techniques to stock and rotate department products; ensuring quality and date control standards; eliminating waste; guiding peers and providing attention to customer needs; assisting customers according to company policies and procedures.* Be a Talent Ambassador: Being an advocate for the department and the club by valuing the member's experience in meat area and modeling high quality service and products; executing the basics at highest possible level of quality; and exhibiting energy, commitment, and passion for the work.* Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and applying these in executing business processes and practices.* Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.Minimum Qualifications...Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.Minimum QualificationsI 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 olderPreferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.Primary Location...11278 S JORDAN GTWY, SOUTH JORDAN, UT 84095-4111, United States of AmericaAbout Sam's ClubSam Walton opened the first Sam's Club in 1983 to meet a growing need among customers who wanted to buy merchandise in bulk. Since then, Sam's Club has grown rapidly, opening more than 600 clubs in the U.S. and 100 clubs internationally. By offering affordable, wholesale merchandise to members, Sam's Club helps make saving simple for families and small business owners.Sam's Club employs about 110,000 associates in the U.S. The average club is 134,000 square feet and offers bulk groceries and general merchandise. Most clubs also have specialty services, such as a pharmacy, an optical department, a photo center, or a tire and battery center.Sam's Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer - By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity - unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions - while being inclusive of all people.All the benefits you need for you and your family* Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents* Free Membership and discounts in fresh produce* Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more* Education Assistance from Live Better U - earn your degree for just $1 a day* Parental Leave* Pay during military service* Paid time off - to include vacation, sick leave and parental leave* Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirthEligibility 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 or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com/Benefits.Frequently asked questions* On average, how long does it take to fill out an application?On average, it takes 45-60 minutes to complete your application for the first time. Subsequent applications will take less time to apply as our system saves some of your application information. Please note that some positions require the completion of assessments in order to receive consideration for that role. Those would take additional time.* Can I change my application after submitting?No, you cannot change your application after submitting, so please make sure that everything is finalized before you hit the submit button.* How do you protect my personal information?Processing of information on paper is minimal, and Walmart processes application information using an applicant tracking system (ATS). Access to the data within the ATS is restricted to authorized personnel, and the system itself is held to high security standards by Walmart.* What are the recommended Internet Browsers for applying for open roles?* Internet Explorer 8.0+* Firefox 4.0+* Safari 4.0+* Chrome 12+See All FAQsRecently viewed jobs Associated topics: advertisement, brand marketing, campaign, celebrity, digital, investment, marketing, public relation, roi, social media marketing

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