Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.75 - $15.75
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Training and Development
Career advancement opportunities
inclusive work environment
Job Description
Product Connections, a division of Acosta Group, is a leading full-service marketing agency specializing in the dynamic field of retail marketing and experiential brand activation. As part of the Acosta family, Product Connections leverages over 10,000 experts combined with more than 150 corporate employees to deliver innovative solutions that connect products with consumers at every stage of their shopping journey. The agency's expertise spans digital and traditional retail events, demos, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing, all designed to effectively move consumers down the conversion funnel and enhance brand engagement. The culture at Product Connections values collaboration, inclusivity, and personal... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day
- ability to push a wheeled machine weighing between 50-600 lbs to and from the sales floor
- ability to prepare foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
- standing for extended periods of time each day
- work varied hours throughout the day as required
- climbing using a 6-foot step stool when necessary
- visual ability to read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance
- ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
- ability to sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate computer keyboard, mouse and/or other peripherals
- ability to listen to and understand spoken words and sentences
- ability to read and understand written information and ideas
- ability to communicate information orally and in writing so others will understand
- ability to identify and understand the speech of another person and interact with customers
Job Qualifications
- Previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred
- applicable state and local food safety certification or license
- ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase
- ability to conduct demonstration and sampling events of other products as needed
- strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers and team members
- ability to read and understand instructions to ensure safety and food compliance
Job Duties
- Properly set up and prepare the area for specialized food products
- fully read materials that accompany product demonstrations to understand program scope, instructions, production requirements and program compliance
- follow all safety requirements when using equipment such as hot machinery or sharp blades, practice proper lifting techniques when handling boxes or heavy merchandise
- adhere to all required tasks and procedures related to safe food handling, preparation, production, packaging, labeling, merchandising and disposal
- accurately complete all reporting requirements including online submissions as required
- regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, event changes and supervisor requests
- complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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