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Assistant Produce Manager

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

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Assistant Produce Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

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Assistant Produce Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

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Assistant Produce Manager

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$17.25 - $21.50/hr

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Assistant Produce Manager

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Does working in the most popular department sound like a challenge you want to take on? Does ... Overview of Responsibilities As the Assistant Produce Manager - you have a role in helping ...

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How much do sound assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for sound assistant in Arizona is $22.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.70 and $25.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a sound assistant faces when working on live productions?

Sound Assistants in live productions often encounter fast-paced environments where quick troubleshooting and adaptability are crucial. They may need to resolve unexpected technical issues, such as microphone dropouts or interference, while ensuring that all equipment is properly set up and maintained before and during the event. Close communication with the sound team and other departments is essential to coordinate cues and changes efficiently. Being proactive, detail-oriented, and able to remain calm under pressure greatly helps in overcoming these challenges.

What is a sound assistant?

Sound Assistants are professionals who support the sound department on film, television, or live event productions. Their main duties include setting up and maintaining audio equipment, assisting with microphone placement, managing cables, and helping the sound recordist or mixer capture high-quality audio. They often work on set, ensuring that all audio elements function smoothly and troubleshooting any technical issues that arise. Sound Assistants play a crucial role in achieving clear and professional sound on productions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sound assistant?

To thrive as a Sound Assistant, you need a solid understanding of audio recording principles, microphone techniques, and basic sound editing, often supported by relevant coursework or a degree in audio production. Familiarity with industry-standard equipment such as boom microphones, mixers, and digital audio recorders, as well as proficiency in software like Pro Tools or Adobe Audition, is highly valuable. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication help you anticipate the needs of sound engineers and collaborate smoothly on set. These skills and qualities are crucial for capturing clear, high-quality audio and ensuring efficient workflows during production.

What is the difference between Sound Assistant vs Sound Engineer?

AspectSound AssistantSound Engineer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer technical certificationsBachelor's degree in audio engineering, sound design, or related field
Work EnvironmentFilm sets, recording studios, live events, post-production facilitiesRecording studios, broadcast stations, film sets, live sound venues
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with equipment setup, basic sound editing, and support tasksDesign, record, mix, and master audio; oversee sound quality

While both roles work within the audio industry, a Sound Assistant primarily supports sound teams with technical tasks and setup, whereas a Sound Engineer takes on more advanced responsibilities like designing and mixing audio. The Sound Engineer role typically requires more education and experience, making it a more specialized position in the industry.

Infographic showing various Sound Assistant job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,489 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Assistant Produce Manager

Sprouts Farmers Market

Avondale, AZ • On-site

$17.25 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Sprouts Farmers Market rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 819 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 122 rated grocery stores


Job description

Job Introduction

Do you enjoy working in a department that has many differing aspects? Does working in the most popular department sound like a challenge you want to take on? Does teaching and showing customers every day the benefits of fresh produce sound fascinating? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience while working in a fast paced and friendly environment? If the thought of helping people make healthy choices in one of the fastest growing retailers is up your alley - then we need YOU to join our winning team at Sprouts Farmers Market as an Assistant Produce Manager!                                 

Overview of Responsibilities

As the Assistant Produce Manager - you have a role in helping customers make healthy food choices by providing excellent customer service through managing and leading one of the busiest teams in our store.

  • Assist the Produce Manager in managing and merchandising the department for maximum productivity and profit
  • Responsible for ordering and inventory controls, product quality, and supervision of the Produce team.
  • Effectively coordinate merchandising and sales through ongoing planning, direction, goal setting, communication, and teamwork
  • Responsible for maintaining freshness standards throughout the department, by following proper receiving, processing, packaging, pricing, signage, displaying, and rotation of a complete variety of items.
  • Assist in leading a team that brainstorms to deliver the finest quality of product, highest level of service, and the greatest experience your customers will receive.
  • Assist in hiring, teaching, training, developing the Produce team
  • Unload and sort through store deliveries, operate, and maintain produce equipment
  • Ensure the execution of all company health, safety, and sanitation guidelines/regulations, and validate that other Produce team members are also aware of, and following, these procedures.
  • If you're someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, then we want to hear from you!
Qualifications

To be an Assistant Produce Manager at Sprouts Farmers Market you must:

 

  • Be at least 18 years of age and have a basic knowledge of math, weights and measures.
  • Be dependable and reliable having the ability to work flexible schedule that changes; including night, weekends, and holidays.
  • Have and show an outgoing and friendly behavior; a positive attitude and have the ability to interact with our customers.
  • Have good communication skills; and the ability to take direction and participate in a team environment.
  • Perform general housekeeping in the department; clean and sanitize work area (including tables, floor, walls, cases, cooler, freezer, etc.).
  • Adhere to all safety, health, Weights and Measures regulations including COOL, and achieve and maintain a Food Handlers permit.
  • Be able to perform the following: standing, walking, bending, climbing throughout the entire work day and the ability to lift, stack and maneuver heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs., from 4" to 72", for a distance up 3 feet for between 10-50 hours without mechanical assistance.
  • Be able to use a pallet jack to move pallets a distance up to 20 feet, requiring a force of up to 85 pounds for up to 5 hours.
Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include:

  • Competitive pay
  • Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
  • Vacation accrual plan
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
  • Flexible schedules
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits:

  • Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
  • Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
  • Health Savings Account with company match
  • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Company paid short-term disability coverage
  • Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
  • Paid holidays

Get Paid Every Day!

Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you're hired as an eligible employee, you'll be able to transfer the money you've already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free.  We offer DailyPay so you don't have to wait for payday to access the money you've already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much you've made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday.

 You can learn more by visiting https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/.

Why Sprouts

Grow with us!

If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer's market setting.  Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.

At Sprouts, we're committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and caring workplace culture.Our Team Member Resource Groups (TMRGs) create spaces for connection, support, and growth. Every team member is welcome to join one or more of our five groups:

  • Inspiring Women at Sprouts
  • Rainbow Alliance at Sprouts
  • Sabor at Sprouts
  • Soul at Sprouts
  • Honored to Serve at Sprouts

Together, these groups celebrate diversity and empower our team to thrive.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts' management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Sprouts will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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