Job: Produce Associate

Atkins Farms

1150 West Street
Amherst, MA 01002

Company Description:
Atkins Farms is a locally owned and operated business located in South Amherst, MA. We strive to exceed our customers’ expectations by providing the highest quality selections possible, locally produced and privately labeled goods as well as conventional and seasonal products. We provide a safe, clean and comfortable shopping environment, with exceptional customer service from a staff of dedicated and knowledgeable employees. Customer satisfaction is our goal. We believe that actively supporting community events and local organizations strengthen the community. Atkins Farms offers employee benefits and competitive wages based on experience and skills.
Salary Range:Location:
Per Year AMHERST MA
Job Type:Category:
Part TimeSales/Retail
Education Level:Work Experience:
Some High School Coursework
Preference: Nice to have
Up to One Year
Preference: Preferred
Skills/Certifications/Licences:
Forklift Operator Certification - Preference: Nice to have
Description:
Summary: Sort, fill, rotate produce displays. Load and unload trucks. Keep produce cooler clean, neat and organized. Prepare produce for sale.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Customer Service, filling and rotating displays., maintaining cleanliness of the work area, sweeping, mopping and emptying trashes, preparing produce for sale, filling customer orders, packaging products for retail sales, loading and unloading trucks, discards or reduces cull (inferior or defective) items and foreign matter; bunches, bags, ties, or trims produce such as spinach, mixed greens and celery; picks out choice produce to be used as cappers (top layers on marketing containers).

Education and/or Experience : High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requirements:
Schedule Flexibility required. Weekends and Holidays required