Produce Associate — New Location: Weslaco, TX

Walmart•Weslaco, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Produce Associate at Sam’s Club’s new Weslaco location, you’ll help deliver fresh, high-quality produce and a positive shopping experience for members. You’ll stock and rotate produce, monitor freshness and quality, maintain clean and organized displays, and support a fast-paced, high-volume department. As part of the founding team, you’ll help establish the club’s member experience and culture from opening day. The role includes preparing and packaging produce according to quality standards, maintaining product safety and inventory, assisting members, and safely operating and sanitizing equipment. Associates are expected to adapt to changing business needs and follow food-handling, cold-chain, and sanitation guidelines. Sam’s Club describes opportunities for training, career advancement, paid time off, comprehensive benefits, and access to its company-paid Live Better U education program.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Complete all job-required training and assessments within the prescribed time period.
Passion for fresh food and pride in quality.
Prioritize member satisfaction and provide positive, effective customer service.
Thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Strong attention to detail and food-safety awareness; comfortable following food-handling and safety guidelines.
Adapt quickly to changing business needs.
Communicate effectively and positively influence team members.
Bring a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Available for flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Passion for and experience with produce.
Curiosity and creative thinking, including out-of-the-box thinking that drives change.
Ability to lead by example.

Responsibilities

Trim, crisp, package, and scale produce according to established quality standards.
Understand and communicate produce specifications, seasonality, preparation methods, and uses.
Stock and rotate department products using perpetual inventory management techniques.
Monitor product quality, date control, and freshness; eliminate waste and dispose of lower-quality items.
Follow food-handling, cold-chain, and sanitation guidelines to maintain product safety.
Use handheld technology to make in-the-moment decisions about production and product quality.
Assist members with product selection and provide friendly, knowledgeable service across the club as needed.
Maintain clean, neat, organized, and member-ready areas and displays.
Receive and stock merchandise in an organized manner, maintaining inventory to avoid out-of-stock and overstock products.
Operate and sanitize equipment safely; report unsafe conditions and equipment issues to management.
Maintain a positive attitude by smiling, greeting, and thanking members.
Complete job-required training and assessments within the prescribed time period.