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PAQ, Inc. pays 75% of the total cost of benefits for employee and their families. 

PAQ, Inc. is a 100% Employee-Owned Company consisting of 23 retail grocery stores throughout the central valley and central coast of California. Sixteen of our stores are price-impact, warehouse format under the FOOD 4 LESS banner and seven of our stores are Hispanic format with the RANCHO SAN MIGUEL MARKET banner. We believe at PAQ, Inc. that our Employee Owners are our most valuable asset, and we currently have an opening for

Job Title: Produce2nd 

Location: PAQ, Inc, Store Location, On-Site 

Reports To: Manager, Produce 

Employee Type: Regular, Full-Time 

Exemption Type:Non-Exempt 

Travel Required: No 

Wage Scale: SkilledLevelII 

Updated:07/28/2024 

Job Summary: 

The Produce 2ndassists the Produce Manager in overseeing the department's operations, including staff management, inventory control, and customer service. 

Essential Functions of the Position: 

• Assist the Produce teamin managing and supervising the department, including scheduling, training, ordering, overseeing sweep logs, and all administrative and operational department tasks. 

• Supervise and train the Produce team. 

• Verify produce vendor invoices, checking for product quality and accuracy of quantity. 

• Assist in ordering and maintaining inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality, and turnover, maximizing sales and minimizingshrinkageor loss to the company. 

• Ensure that damaged product is correctlyaccounted for and disposed of. 

• Carry out merchandising plans approved by produce department management to maximize profitability and meet customer demands. 

• Follow approved procedures for receiving products, pricing, and restocking merchandise displays to ensure quality protection, image accuracy, and product rotation. 

• Ensure all products are correctlytrimmed and attractively presented, with pre-packed items providing adequate allowances for tare weights or shrinkage. 

• Conduct regularly scheduled inspections of all produce products for freshness and visual appeal, culling products to maintainan image of freshness and quality. 

• Follow department sanitary procedures and standards, including assisting in maintainingdepartment sweep logs. 

• Alert department and store management of any maintenance, refrigeration, equipment malfunctions or concerns. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge: 

• Advanced knowledgeof produce products and department operations. 

• Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management. 

• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling. 

Skills: 

• Strong leadership, supervisory, and training skills. 

• Excellent customer service. 

• Strongproblem-solving and decision-making skills. 

• Proficient in inventory management. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Effective verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and team members. 

Abilities: 

• Ability to manage and motivate a team.  

• Ability to handle complex operational issues. 

• Ability to analyze and improve sales and profitability. 

• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stocking and labeling. 

• Capability to adjust to changing situations, handle multiple demands, and work with diverse personalities. 

• Aptitude for making informed decisions quickly, often in high-pressure situations. 

• A genuine desire to meet and exceed customer expectations, creating a positive shopping experience. 

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including stocking, lifting boxes, and standing for extended periods. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts. 

• Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. 

• Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products. 

• Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills in handling small objects. 

• Maintain clear communication with customers and team members. 

• Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload. 

• Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment. 

Work Conditions: 

• Work Hours: Vary, with availability required on weekends, evenings, and holidays; typically, 8-hour shifts for full-time employees. 

• Environment: Indoor, climate-controlled,with adequate lighting and ventilation.Relatively damp or humid conditions,including wet or slippery floor surfaces. 

• Primary Work Stations: Work within the grocery store environments, which include various sections such as the sales floor, backrooms, and refrigerated storage areas. 

• Dress Code: Professional and presentable attire as determined by store management, including a name tag, company-issued shirts, hats, jackets, or personal shirts that are black, burgundy, or blue, in good repair,and not faded. 

• Exposure: May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and cleaning chemicals. 

• Noise Level: Usually low to moderate, with occasional loud periods from customers, store announcements, and equipment. 

• Interaction: Constant interaction with customers and team members in a fast-paced retail environment. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. 

• Experience: Over fiveyearsof Produceexperience is required. Supervisory experience is required. 

Company Employment Policies: 

• PAQ, Inc is an “At-Will” employer. 

• PAQ, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).