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Produce Lead Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Lead Produce Department Clerk

Big Lake, MN · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Overview The Produce Department Lead is responsible for assisting and ensuring exceptional operational standards are being adhered to in the Produce Department, Chop Shoppe and/or Juicery areas. They ...

Lead Produce Department Clerk

Big Lake, MN · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Overview The Produce Department Lead is responsible for assisting and ensuring exceptional operational standards are being adhered to in the Produce Department, Chop Shoppe and/or Juicery areas. They ...

Lead Produce Department Clerk

Big Lake, MN · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Overview The Produce Department Lead is responsible for assisting and ensuring exceptional operational standards are being adhered to in the Produce Department, Chop Shoppe and/or Juicery areas. They ...

This position will assist the BDR (s) in promoting all of the Schwickert's entities by initiating sales activities that produce lead and opportunity generation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will assist the BDR (s) in promoting all of the Schwickert's entities by initiating sales activities that produce lead and opportunity generation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Produce

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

$18/hr

Produce Manager Classification: Part Time Union Rate of Pay: Progressive scale up to $18.00 / hour, based on experience Hours: Sunday - Saturday, varied hours, shifts 2:00pm - 9:00pm Jerry's work ...

Lead Creative Producer

Centerville, MN · On-site

$73K - $75K/yr

LEAD CREATIVE PRODUCER // EAGLE BROOK CHURCH JOB OBJECTIVES * Leads the Media Production team and oversees the creation of a weekly kids show and other media projects that bring Eagle Brook Church ...

Lead Creative Producer

Centerville, MN · On-site

$73K - $75K/yr

LEAD CREATIVE PRODUCER // EAGLE BROOK CHURCH JOB OBJECTIVES * Leads the Media Production team and oversees the creation of a weekly kids show and other media projects that bring Eagle Brook Church ...

Buyer - Produce, Fruit

Minneapolis, MN · Hybrid

$73K - $132K/yr

... lead cross functional initiatives and influence diverse stakeholders Passion for produce, trends and delivering the Best at Home Eating Experience Leads with a guest first mindset and strong ...

Produce Department Manager- Salary

Rochester, MN · On-site

$36K - $37K/yr

Lead, motivate, and develop a team while maintaining high standards in a fast-paced retail ... Produce Department Employees Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent ...

Buyer - Produce, Fruit

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

... to lead cross functional initiatives and influence diverse stakeholders • Passion for produce, trends and delivering the Best at Home Eating Experience • Leads with a guest first mindset and ...

Lead Regulatory Engineer (EPR)

Wyoming, MN · On-site

$101K - $134K/yr

Lead Regulatory Engineer - Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Location: Wyoming, Minnesota (Onsite) Experience: 3+ Years About the Role: We are seeking a Lead Regulatory Engineer (EPR) to drive ...

Produce FLSA: Hourly Revision Date: 07/2026 About Hy-Vee At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest ... Lead, train, and support a team in a fast-paced retail environment * Communicate clearly with ...

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How much do produce lead jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for produce lead in Minnesota is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.77 and $18.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a produce lead do?

A Produce Lead is responsible for overseeing the produce section in a grocery store or supermarket. Their duties include managing inventory, ensuring the freshness and quality of fruits and vegetables, merchandising displays, and supervising produce staff. They also help with ordering stock, maintaining cleanliness, and providing customer service. The Produce Lead plays a key role in ensuring that customers have access to fresh, appealing produce and that the department operates efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a produce lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Produce Lead, you need a solid understanding of fresh produce handling, inventory management, and retail merchandising, typically supported by experience in grocery or produce departments. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, ordering software, and food safety certifications such as ServSafe is often required. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and effective communication are important soft skills for managing teams and ensuring excellent customer service. These skills ensure the quality and safety of produce, efficient department operations, and a positive customer experience.

How does a produce lead typically collaborate with other departments in a grocery store?

A Produce Lead works closely with departments such as receiving, grocery, and store management to ensure the produce section is well-stocked, fresh, and visually appealing. They often coordinate with receiving to track inventory deliveries, communicate with grocery staff about cross-promotions, and report directly to store managers regarding sales and spoilage trends. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as Produce Leads also mentor produce clerks and may participate in storewide meetings to align goals and strategies.

What is the difference between Produce Lead vs Produce Supervisor?

AspectProduce LeadProduce Supervisor
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in produce or retailHigh school diploma; experience in produce management or retail
Work EnvironmentSupermarket or grocery store produce sectionSupermarket or grocery store produce department, overseeing staff
Employer UsageUsed for team leadership roles in produce departmentsUsed for managerial roles overseeing produce operations

The Produce Lead typically handles daily tasks and team coordination within the produce section, focusing on customer service and product freshness. The Produce Supervisor has broader responsibilities, including staff management, inventory control, and ensuring department sales targets are met. While both roles require produce knowledge, the Supervisor position usually demands more experience and leadership skills.

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Infographic showing various Produce Lead job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,556 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Lead Produce Department Clerk

Coborn's

Big Lake, MN • On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Coborn's rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

85th of 124 rated grocery stores


Job description

Overview

The Produce Department Lead is responsible for assisting and ensuring exceptional operational standards are being adhered to in the Produce Department, Chop Shoppe and/or Juicery areas. They will ensure each area is fully stocked with fresh product and appeals to guests.

The Produce Department Lead is responsible for stocking the shelves and building displays, preparing all fresh-cut fruits, vegetables, and freshly made juices for our guests, and culling (rotating and pulling product of less than high quality) in the produce department.

Additionally this position tracks shrink, verifies production logs, scheduling, orders product, and ensures food safety standards are exceeded at all times. The Produce Department Lead is responsible for ensuring continuous delivery of exceptional guest service, ensuring superior quality and freshness of all products, actively engaging guests through freshly prepared product samples and suggestive selling, attracting guests by creating a fun and friendly atmosphere, and understanding all health, safety and sanitation regulations.

What's In It For Me?

Our remarkable employees are at the heart of everything we do. At Coborn's, we're committed to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace-one that offers a vibrant, team-oriented environment, ongoing career growth, and meaningful benefits. As an employee-owned company, we believe in investing in our people and their futures.

We're proud to offer a variety of benefits to both our full-time and part-time employees, including:

  • 10% employee discount on grocery items, with additional franchise-specific discounts available at company owned Ace Hardware, Caribou Coffee, Erbert and Gerbert's, and Pet Supplies Plus locations.
  • Get Paid Daily with DailyPay - for employees who would like access to their pay before payday, we offer this great benefit!
  • Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation)
  • Paid Floating Holidays & time and a half (1 1⁄2) paid for hours worked on a company-recognized holiday!
  • Sunday Premium Pay - an extra $1 per hour for hours worked on Sundays (some exclusions apply)
  • Paid Military Leave
  • Employee recognition programs with monetary rewards including in-store vouchers, years of service, and employee of the month
  • Employee Health & Wellness Programs, Challenges and Resources - to assist our team members in living a life of wellbeing!
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - unlimited phone access to legal, financial, and work-life services and up to five free in-person counseling sessions, per situation/issue, per year
  • Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance , entertainment and more!
  • Tools, resources and opportunities for career growth and development
  • 401(k) plan options - we also match up to 20% of the first 5% contributed
  • Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) - yes, we're employee-owned! Our team members benefit from the success of the company through this company-sponsored benefit!
  • Education benefits including tuition discount and scholarship programs
  • Additional Voluntary Benefits - such as vision, accident and critical illness insurances

If you're hired or promoted into a full-time position with our company, you will also be eligible for: Medical & Dental Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Adoption Reimbursement, Paid Family Caregiver Leave, as well as company-sponsored Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance!

Qualifications

We believe that building a team of people with different backgrounds, beliefs, experiences and perspectives inspires fresh thinking and opens us up to new possibilities. We are an EEO/AA Employer - All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Pay Range

USD $16.25 - USD $21.50 /Hr.
Company Introduction

Are you friendly, dependable, and passionate about working with people? At Coborn's, Inc., we love serving our guests, supporting our communities, and helping our team members grow their careers. If you're looking for a place where you can build a future while making a positive impact every day, we'd love to talk to you about joining our team!

Coborn's, Inc. is a fast-growing, employee-owned grocery retailer proudly serving communities across the Midwest. Our family of grocery stores includes Coborn's, Cash Wise Foods, Marketplace Foods, Hornbacher's, Tadych's Marketplace Foods, Sullivan's Foods, and Kessler's. We offer our guests an elevated shopping experience-both in-store and online-focused on freshness, value, and convenience. Guided by our company vision to inspire happiness, healthy living, and simplicity, this principle has fueled our growth for more than 100 years and is at the heart of everything we do.

Coborn's, Inc. also owns and operates liquor stores under the Coborn's Liquor, Cash Wise Liquor, Andy's Liquor, and Captain Jack's brands. In addition, we operate fuel kiosks and convenience store locations under the Little Dukes and Coborn's Express names. Many of our grocery stores also feature full-service pharmacies to support the health and wellness of our guests. We manage a variety of other retail businesses in markets where the fit is right, including Ace Hardware, Country Floral Gifts & Greenhouse, Caribou Coffee, Dunn Brothers Coffee, Erbert and Gerbert's, Godfather's Pizza, and Pet Supplies Plus. To support our diverse retail operations, we operate our own central bakery, fresh foods commissary, and grocery warehouse and distribution center.


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