Produce Lead Full Time
BJs Wholesale Club - Clay, NY
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Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJu2019s Wholesale Club offers a collaborative and inclusive environment where all team members can learn, grow and be their authentic selves. Together, weu2019re committed to providing outstanding service and convenience to our members, helping them save on the products and services they need for their families and homes. The Benefits of working at BJu2019s u2022 BJu2019s pays weekly u2022 Eligible for free BJ's Inner Circle and Supplemental membership(s) u2022 Generous time off programs to support busy lifestyles o Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty u2022 Benefit plans for your changing needs o Three medical plans, Health Savings Account (HSA), two dental plans, vision plan, flexible spending u200b u2022 401(k) plan with company match (must be at least 18 years old) eligibility requirements vary by position medical plans vary by location Job Summary The Produce Lead is responsible for overseeing produce operations, ensuring adherence to company policies, maintaining product quality and freshness, and optimizing inventory management. This role focuses on operational excellence, ensuring compliance with food safety, merchandising, and replenishment standards while supporting business performance. The Produce Lead does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but plays a critical role in ensuring smooth department operations. A valid ServSafe Food Safety Ceru019fficau019fon is required and must be maintained in good standing. BJu2019s covers any applicable cost associated and training. Team Member Engagement uf0b7 Live our values: Demonstrate inclusive behavior, make ethical choices, and approach your work with a positive and solution-oriented mindset. uf0b7 Create a safe and collaborative environment: Foster open communication and trust. uf0b7 Celebrate team members: Acknowledge othersu2019 contributions, support team success, and help create a positive, encouraging work environment. Member Experience uf0b7 Guarantee service excellence:Ensure daily execution of GOLD Member Standards are met and are consistently reinforcing key service behaviors: Greet, Anticipate, Appreciate (GAA); Fast, Friendly, Full, Fresh, Clean; and Listen, Apologize, Solve, Thank (LAST) across all areas of the club. uf0b7 Create a positive experience: Engage with Members in a friendly and helpful manner to contribute to a premium shopping experience. uf0b7 Respond to Member needs: Address Member questions or concerns promptly and escalate unresolved issues to a supervisor when necessary. Consistently Run Great Clubs with Great Standards uf0b7 Maintain Club Standards: Consistently Delivering GOLD Standards in your club. uf0b7 Contribute to club goals: Perform daily responsibilities with accuracy and consistency to support improvement in key performance areas and help the club meet or exceed targets. Achieve Financial Performance uf0b7 Cost Discipline: Use supplies responsibly and follow scheduling expectations to help the club stay within labor and supply goals. uf0b7 Support Performance and Profitability: Complete tasks efficiently and accurately and follow best practices to help drive strong club results. uf0b7 Understand the Business: Learn how your role impacts key club metrics and contribute to overall department performance through consistent execution. Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities uf0b7 Lead Produce Department Operations: Maintain produce freshness by executing regular culling and rotation, ensuring all products meet company quality standards. uf0b7 Manage Inventory Proactively: Ensure proper product availability by monitoring inventory levels and executing timely replenishment to maintain in-stock conditions. uf0b7 Demonstrates Full Proficiency: Execute operational functions of the department, including the ability to inspect, rotate, cull, and merchandise fresh produce to company standards. uf0b7 Accurate Item Labeling: Ensure all items are accurately priced, labeled, and in compliance with company policies. uf0b7 Analyze Producu019fon and Sales: Track and analyze sales, waste, and shrink data to idenu019ffy opportuniu019fes for process improvements and cost reducu019fon. uf0b7 Sanitau019fon and Safety Compliance: Maintain compliance with all sanitau019fon, safety, and food handling regulau019fons, including ServSafe guidelines, while ensuring the cleanliness and proper maintenance of meat equipment such as slicers, ovens, and refrigerau019fon units. uf0b7 Seasonal Promotional Execution: Assist in the execution of promotional plans and merchandising directives. uf0b7 Report Operational Concerns: Escalate operational concerns and equipment maintenance needs to management as necessary. uf0b7 Execute proper product rotation: Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation procedures to reduce waste and maintain optimal product quality. uf0b7 Routine Case Inspections: Conduct daily inspections of produce cases, coolers, and freezers to ensure optimal conditions and compliance with food safety standards. uf0b7 Receiving and Inspection: Assist with receiving and inspecting meat shipments to verify accuracy. Sanitau019fon and Safety Compliance: Maintain and operate produce department equipment, ensuring regular cleaning and maintenance to extend the longevity of tools and machinery. uf0b7 Inventory Audit Support: Support inventory audits and reconciliation efforts to minimize shrink and maintain accurate records. uf0b7 Stocking Strategy Optimization: Develop and maintain a strong understanding of product movement, seasonal trends, and Member purchasing habits to optimize stocking strategies. uf0b7 Product Quality Assurance: Monitor product freshness and conduct quality checks to uphold company standards. uf0b7 Perform other duu019fes as assigned: Provide addiu019fonal support across departments as needed. uf0b7 Maintain regular, predictable, full au01a9endance: Demonstrate consistent presence to support operau019fons, provide leadership coverage, and ensure smooth club execuu019fon. Qualifications uf0b7 2+ years of experience in produce operations, grocery retail, or food handling. uf0b7 Strong knowledge of produce handling, quality standards, and food safety guidelines. uf0b7 Ability to analyze data and identify process improvements to optimize efficiency. uf0b7 Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking skills. uf0b7 Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Email). uf0b7 Must be at least 18 years of age. uf0b7 Must Maintain all training and required certifications. Job Conditions + Frequent standing and movement on hard surfaces. + Regular lifting of up to 30 pounds; occasional heavier lifting with assistance. + Exposure to temperature variations in refrigerated storage and display areas. + Potential exposure to cleaning agents and produce-related allergens. In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJu2019s Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is $18.75-$23.44.
Created: 2025-10-09