Produce Associate Donalsonville

Piggly Wiggly is an equal opportunity employer and an E-Verify participant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, state, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Produce associates are responsible for receiving, unloading, stocking, and rotating fresh and prepared produce stock, maintaining a clean and organized work area, and providing excellent customer service to all patrons.

• Provide continuous attention to customer needs; greet, assist and thank customers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner.
• Offer product suggestions when appropriate.
• Stock and rotate department products to ensure freshness and date control; restock and use supply items efficiently to eliminate waste and maintain the lowest supply cost.
• Operate department equipment and tools in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions, accidents, or issues and notify store management.
• Notify management of team member theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized markdowns, property defacement or any action that is illegal and/or against company policy.
• Receive and unload produce deliveries.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including cleaning equipment and utensils.
• Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notifying appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair.
• Understand the company’s checkout/purchasing procedures to include how customers and staff pay for items in the store.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines to include maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to include stocking, cleaning, etc.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Standing for extended periods of time; bending, lifting, and reaching; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Customer service experience.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction).
• Prior experience in a retail or grocery environment preferred.
• Knowledge of produce items and their seasonality preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends.

• Excellent Customer Service Attitude and Skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.

• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 401(k).
• Life Insurance.
• Paid time off.

Pay Range:
Varies by work area.