Produce Lead Full Time

About the role

BJ’s Wholesale Club is powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems or shaping strategy, your work helps families save on what matters most. We’re a team built on purpose and opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee produce operations, ensuring adherence to company policies, product quality, freshness, and inventory management.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, merchandising, and replenishment standards while supporting business performance.
• Execute operational functions of the department, including inspecting, rotating, culling, and merchandising fresh produce to company standards.
• Ensure accurate item labeling, pricing, and compliance with company policies.
• Track and analyze sales, waste, and shrink data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction.
• Maintain compliance with all sanitation, safety, and food handling regulations, including ServSafe guidelines.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper maintenance of meat equipment such as slicers, ovens, and refrigeration units.
• Assist in the execution of promotional plans and merchandising directives.
• Escalate operational concerns and equipment maintenance needs to management as necessary.
• Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation procedures to reduce waste and maintain optimal product quality.
• Conduct daily inspections of produce cases, coolers, and freezers to ensure optimal conditions and compliance with food safety standards.
• Assist with receiving and inspecting meat shipments to verify accuracy.
• Maintain and operate produce department equipment, ensuring regular cleaning and maintenance to extend the longevity of tools and machinery.
• Support inventory audits and reconciliation efforts to minimize shrink and maintain accurate records.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of product movement, seasonal trends, and Member purchasing habits to optimize stocking strategies.
• Monitor product freshness and conduct quality checks to uphold company standards.
• Provide additional support across departments as needed.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance to support operations and ensure smooth club execution.

Requirements

• 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.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Email).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must maintain all training and required certifications.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay: Get paid every week so that you can manage your money on your terms.
• Free BJ’s Memberships: Enjoy a complimentary The Club Card Membership, plus a free Supplemental Membership for someone in your household.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Flexible and Affordable Health Benefits: Choose from three medical plans, and access optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and flexible spending account options to fit your lifestyle.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Build your financial future with a company match (available to team members 18 and older).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Accumulate funds through after-tax payroll deductions that can be used to purchase shares of BJ’s common stock at a 15% discount.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $25.63.

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.