PT Produce Sales Associate

Category / Area of Expertise Retail Operations Job Requisition 532756 Location USA-ME-Skowhegan-100 Fairgrounds Marketplace Store Code: Store 08330 Produce/Perishable (5152168) About Hannaford Supermarkets Hannaford Supermarkets began as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine in 1883 and remains true to its early roots as a local market. The company is dedicated to sourcing from local farmers and producers through its Local program, celebrating local foods, preserving farmland, and supporting local traditions and employment. It was the first major U.S. supermarket to certify that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested. Primary Purpose Perform duties that ensure department appearance, quality, variety, safety, and food safety are consistently maintained at the highest level. Demonstrate a strong culture in support of Hannaford Strategy, build customer relations, and provide enthusiastic customer awareness. Qualifications Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills. Effective interpersonal skills and desire to work in a team environment. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job. Must meet minimum age requirements. Physical Requirements Lift up to 50 lb. at least 80% of the time and 75 lb. on occasion. Reach shoulder level or above on occasion while lifting 30 lbs. Stand and walk 100% of the time. Meet volume activity standards established for the department. Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and lifting produce items at or above waist level. Use hands to feel objects; use tools to open boxes/cases or to prepare and clean produce. Handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning materials, packaging materials, and food products. Tolerate working in cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time. Preferred Requirements Greet and assist customers with locating and selecting products. Perform assigned stocking, culling, and rotation procedures in accordance with established guidelines. Prepare (trim, crisp, package, scale, etc.) all products according to established standards and quality goals. Perform all assigned cleaning functions in accordance with company policy. Adhere to highest product quality standards to support the department strategy. Achieve productivity standards as outlined in Management Planning. Develop product knowledge in various areas of the department. Share recognition of accomplishments and reflect the key behaviors: Be There, Make It Easy, Add Something To Their Day, and Be the Difference. Assist in training other associates and perform other functions as assigned. Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. Salary Range $15.10 – $19.65 per hour Equal Employment Opportunity Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr