A Food or Agricultural Technician assists agricultural and food scientists with research and testing related to safety and quality control. May focus on testing and lab analysis for animal crops and animal feed, or focus on testing and lab analysis for food, food crops, processed food, food additives and food containers.
at Acosta Group in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description
DESCRIPTION
As a Fresh Foods Technician , you'll serve as the go-to expert for Fresh Foods, Bakery, and/or Deli, Produce and Meat operations-combining hands-on technical expertise with coaching, training, and field execution. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy working independently, traveling to retail locations, and making a visible impact on store performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Act as a trusted subject matter expert , recognized by internal teams, clients, and retail partners for deep product knowledge, operational excellence, and procedural accuracy. + Represent the company professionally in-store , ensuring customer teams are fully equipped to handle department complexities and operational standards. + Travel independently to assigned retail locations , planning store visits in advance with clear objectives, agendas, and desired outcomes. + Communicate effectively before, during, and after store visits , coordinating resources, providing progress updates, and delivering visit recaps to stakeholders. + Support new store openings, remodels, and resets , including: + Assisting with setting cases to plan-o-grams + Training associates on plan-o-gram execution and production standards + Providing production support to meet volume needs before and after openings + Execute and maintain new item setups , seasonal transitions, and ongoing plan-o-gram updates based on business needs. + Maintain program documentation , merchandising tools, and category-specific manuals to support consistent execution. + Develop and deliver reporting and insights , including: + Store visit reports + Monthly category performance reports with trend analysis and seasonal recommendations + Annual category reviews and ad-hoc analysis as needed + Collaborate regularly with merchandisers and leadership , sharing updates, introducing new programs or items, and aligning on execution strategies. + Perform additional duties as assigned to support business and client objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education & Experience + High school diploma or equivalent required + Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience in retail Fresh Foods, Bakery, and/or Deli, Produce and Meat operations + Proven technical experience supporting daily department operations, merchandising, and production Knowledge, Skills & Abilities + Strong working knowledge of •Fresh Foods, Bakery, and/or Deli, Produce a To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
