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Other produce part-timers made excuses to avoid this messy late-shift routine, but columnist Armand Lobato says he thrived on it.

Quality inspectors are the eyes of a fresh produce operation, spotting issues that can lead to shrink at any point. They can also report on quality, which helps in promoting and marketing, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Produce display signing is typically a well-honed program — but easy it isn’t, and sign management can quickly regress into chaos if not handled properly, says columnist Armand Lobato.

For many grocery chains, the gross profit list is the pass or fail standard for departments. However, things aren’t always what they seem to be, and they sometimes warrant another look, says columnist Armand Lobato.

A leader who gives what is needed to succeed often sees a return in worker moral — and optimal sales, says columnist Armand Lobato.