
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $13.50 - $15.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
Employee Discounts
training programs
Job Description
Product Connections is a distinguished part of the Acosta Group, a leading collective of trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies dedicated to transforming how people connect with brands at every step of their shopping journey. As a full-service marketing agency, Product Connections specializes in digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. The company’s mission is to deliver innovative brand solutions that effectively connect products to the right target audience at the right time, facilitating consumer movement through the conversion funnel. With a vast network of over 10,000 experts in the field and more than 150 corporate employees, Product Connections embodies a wealth of talent and experience that redefines what it means to be a marketing agency today. They foster a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to think ambitiously, grow their skill sets, and advance their careers. Joining Product Connections means becoming part of a workplace where ideas matter, individual growth is supported, and your impact is tangible. Together with Acosta Group, the company ensures equal employment opportunities and accommodative work environments for applicants with disabilities, underscoring its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The role being offered is a position responsible for preparing juice and other specialty products for purchase. This role entails a variety of responsibilities that ensure the proper handling, preparation, and demonstration of specialty food products in a retail store setting. The individual is expected to set up and prepare product areas adequately, fully understand and follow program scopes and instructions to guarantee compliance and quality production, and adhere strictly to all safety requirements when operating machinery or handling tools. Furthermore, they are tasked with practicing proper lifting techniques during manual tasks and following all safe food handling, preparation, packaging, labeling, merchandising, and disposal procedures.
The position also requires the accurate completion of all reporting requirements, consistent communication regarding event schedules and corporate updates, and the completion of certifications and training sessions as mandated. Additionally, employees must maintain a clean and sterile work area, assist teammates with event setups, cleanups, and kitchen duties, and conduct food sampling and product demonstrations to support business needs. This dynamic role demands not only technical skills but also the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, often noisy retail warehouse environment with varying temperatures and conditions.
Candidates will have the opportunity to build expertise in product marketing and retail demonstrations, expanding their skills in both food preparation and customer interaction. They will be part of a team that directly influences the shopper experience and product success in the marketplace. This employment opportunity comes with the assurance that reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties, and includes engagement in a supportive atmosphere dedicated to professional growth and impactful contributions within the retail marketing industry. The Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify for employment eligibility verification, reflecting adherence to legal and regulatory standards. By joining Product Connections, you embark on a pathway where your professional development is aligned with a respected industry leader committed to innovation and excellence.
The role being offered is a position responsible for preparing juice and other specialty products for purchase. This role entails a variety of responsibilities that ensure the proper handling, preparation, and demonstration of specialty food products in a retail store setting. The individual is expected to set up and prepare product areas adequately, fully understand and follow program scopes and instructions to guarantee compliance and quality production, and adhere strictly to all safety requirements when operating machinery or handling tools. Furthermore, they are tasked with practicing proper lifting techniques during manual tasks and following all safe food handling, preparation, packaging, labeling, merchandising, and disposal procedures.
The position also requires the accurate completion of all reporting requirements, consistent communication regarding event schedules and corporate updates, and the completion of certifications and training sessions as mandated. Additionally, employees must maintain a clean and sterile work area, assist teammates with event setups, cleanups, and kitchen duties, and conduct food sampling and product demonstrations to support business needs. This dynamic role demands not only technical skills but also the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, often noisy retail warehouse environment with varying temperatures and conditions.
Candidates will have the opportunity to build expertise in product marketing and retail demonstrations, expanding their skills in both food preparation and customer interaction. They will be part of a team that directly influences the shopper experience and product success in the marketplace. This employment opportunity comes with the assurance that reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties, and includes engagement in a supportive atmosphere dedicated to professional growth and impactful contributions within the retail marketing industry. The Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify for employment eligibility verification, reflecting adherence to legal and regulatory standards. By joining Product Connections, you embark on a pathway where your professional development is aligned with a respected industry leader committed to innovation and excellence.
Job Requirements
- Ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs. several times per day
- Ability to push a wheeled machine (with weight ranges 50-600 lbs.) to/from the sales floor
- Preparation of foods using produce, machinery and sharp utensils
- Standing for extended periods of time each day
- Work varied hours throughout the day as required
- Climbing with use of a 6' 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
- Sit, stand, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or other peripherals
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
- Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
- Communicate information and ideas orally and in writing so others will understand
- 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
- Ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase
- Ability to conduct demonstrations and sampling events of other products as needed
- Applicable state and local food safety certification or license
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 (e.g. hot machinery or sharp blades)
- Practice proper lifting techniques when working with 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 requirements) as required
- Regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, event changes and instructions, and supervisor requests
- Complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required
- Follow safety and compliance guidelines for appropriate machine operation, cleaning and maintenance
- Maintain a clean, sterile and safe work area using proper cleaning chemicals and equipment
- Assist other teammates with event set-up or clean-up and/or with kitchen duties when needed
- Conduct food sampling and demonstrations in support of the needs of business
- Follow general set-up and teardown guidelines
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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