Part-Time Job in Santa Clara – Produce Associate | Part Time Job
Part-Time Role Based in Santa Clara
Fast Facts
- Based in: Santa Clara, CA (our main Santa Clara branch)
- Employer: Walmart (Hiring for part-time roles in Santa Clara)
- Position: Produce Associate (Part-Time, based in Santa Clara)
- This part-time role in Santa Clara is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Walmart part-time team in Santa Clara, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working part-time in Santa Clara, a key hub for the Retail And Grocery industry.
Pay & Perks
- Compensation (Part-Time): $16-$23/Hour (approx. $23.7k/Year)
- Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours.
- Great option for students, parents, or those seeking extra income.
Day-to-Day
- This part-time position centers on your professional skills within the Retail And Grocery space in Santa Clara.
About Walmart Produce Department
The Produce department is often called the store's front door to fresh — it is the first thing many customers see when they enter a Walmart Supercenter and the department that most strongly influences their perception of overall store quality. Produce Associates build and maintain the colorful, abundant fruit and vegetable displays that draw customers in, culling damaged items with sharp eyes, rotating stock to ensure peak freshness, and applying the misting, trimming, and stacking techniques that make the produce wall look like a farmer's market inside a major retailer.
Position Overview
Walmart is hiring Produce Associates to build and maintain fresh fruit and vegetable displays at Supercenter and Neighborhood Market locations. You will stock the produce wall and tables, cull and rotate product for maximum freshness, process daily produce truck deliveries, and assist customers with product selection and ripeness questions in one of the most visually impactful departments in the store.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain the produce display wall stacking fruits and vegetables in visually appealing, abundant arrangements.
- Cull damaged, bruised, and expired items from displays continuously throughout your shift to maintain quality perception.
- Rotate product aggressively using FIFO ensuring the freshest items are underneath and oldest items sell first.
- Receive and process daily produce truck deliveries, breaking down pallets and transferring cases to the sales floor and cooler.
- Assist customers with produce selection, ripeness guidance, and preparation suggestions for unfamiliar fruits and vegetables.
Qualifications & Benefits
Must be 16+ years of age. No prior produce or grocery experience required. Good judgment for identifying quality and freshness in fruits and vegetables develops quickly with training. Must lift up to 50 lbs including cases of watermelons and bagged potatoes. Walmart offers competitive produce associate pay, flexible scheduling, associate discount, 401(k), stock purchase plan, health benefits, and advancement into produce team lead and fresh food coach positions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Job in Santa Clara – Produce Associate | Part Time Job position pay at Walmart?
This role offers a pay range of $16 - $23. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Santa Clara.
Where is this Job in Santa Clara – Produce Associate | Part Time Job job located?
This position is based in Santa Clara, CA. Walmart has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Santa Clara.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Job in Santa Clara – Produce Associate | Part Time Job job?
No prior experience is required. Walmart provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
How many hours per week is this part-time Job in Santa Clara – Produce Associate | Part Time Job role?
Part-time positions at Walmart generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What benefits does Walmart offer for this position?
Walmart provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Walmart provide training for new hires?
Yes, Walmart provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
