Produce Lead Full Time

BJ's Wholesale Club • Framingham, MA

10d • $19 - $24

About The Position

The Produce Lead oversees produce operations to ensure compliance with company policies, product quality and freshness, effective inventory management, and food safety, merchandising, and replenishment standards. The role supports operational excellence and business performance and does not have direct supervisory responsibilities. A valid ServSafe Food Safety Certification is required and must be maintained in good standing; BJ’s covers applicable certification costs and training.

The Produce Lead contributes to team engagement, member service, club standards, and financial performance. The role promotes a safe, collaborative, and positive environment; provides friendly assistance to members; supports club goals; and uses labor and supplies responsibly.

Responsibilities include maintaining produce freshness through inspection, rotation, and culling; monitoring inventory and replenishing products; ensuring accurate pricing and labeling; reviewing sales, waste, and shrink data; maintaining sanitation and food safety; assisting with promotions, receiving, and inventory audits; maintaining equipment; and escalating operational or maintenance concerns. The position also requires regular, predictable attendance and may provide support across departments as needed.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in produce operations, grocery retail, or food handling.
• Strong knowledge of produce handling, quality standards, and food safety guidelines.
• Ability to analyze data and identify process improvements to optimize efficiency.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including MS Word, Excel, and email.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must maintain all required training and certifications.
• Valid ServSafe Food Safety Certification, maintained in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain produce freshness through regular culling, rotation, and quality checks in accordance with company standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and replenish products to maintain availability and in-stock conditions.
• Inspect, rotate, cull, and merchandise fresh produce to company standards.
• Ensure items are accurately priced and labeled and comply with company policies.
• Track and analyze sales, waste, and shrink data to identify process improvements and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, food handling, and ServSafe compliance; keep produce equipment clean and maintained.
• Assist with seasonal promotional plans and merchandising directives.
• Escalate operational concerns and equipment maintenance needs to management as necessary.
• Apply FIFO rotation procedures to reduce waste and maintain product quality.
• Inspect produce cases, coolers, and freezers daily for proper conditions and food safety compliance.
• Assist with receiving and inspecting shipments to verify accuracy.
• Support inventory audits and reconciliation to minimize shrink and maintain accurate records.
• Use knowledge of product movement, seasonal trends, and member purchasing habits to optimize stocking strategies.
• Use supplies responsibly, follow scheduling expectations, and complete tasks efficiently to support club performance.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to members, address questions or concerns, and escalate unresolved issues when necessary.
• Support team engagement, a safe and collaborative environment, club standards, and daily club goals.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance and provide additional support across departments as needed.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Daily Pay access to earned pay before payday; a fee may apply.
• Complimentary BJ’s Club Card Membership and a free Supplemental Membership for someone in the household.
• Paid vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Choice of three medical plans and optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account, and flexible spending account options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match for team members aged 18 and older.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with shares available at a 15% discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed