Prep Lead - Production Associate

Prep Lead

Join the DFS Family! Location: Madisonville, LA Mornings

At Diversified Foods and Seasonings (a division of Al Copeland Investments), we produce millions of pounds of top-quality, kettle-cooked side dishes and gravies annually, serving restaurants across the U.S. and globally. We are proud of our product and our team, and we're looking for a dedicated Production Associate to join us in Madisonville, LA!

What We Offer:

We offer a supportive environment and an excellent benefits package, including:

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, and Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Flexible shifts
• Birthday and Anniversary Recognition

What You'll Do:

As a Production Associate, you'll be a key part of our production team, ensuring food safety, quality, and efficiency.

Ensure ingredients are prepared according to recipe specifications or batch requirements.

Inspect raw materials for quality, freshness, and compliance with food safety standards.

Accurately observe, record, label, and report production data.

Stay updated on product details, packaging materials, and palletization requirements.

Maintain clear, effective communication with coworkers and supervisors.

Ensure that the workspace is always clean and meets GMP, HACCP, and SSOP standards.

Perform additional duties as assigned to contribute to smooth, efficient production.

Requirements:

What You'll Bring:

• Basic math and reading skills.
• The ability to stay active on your feet for up to 10 hours, lift up to 50 pounds, and move comfortably with bending, stooping, and kneeling in a fast-paced setting.
• Flexibility to work overtime and occasional weekends.