Prep Lead - Production Associate

Diversified Foods and Seasonings, LLC; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off

Flexible shifts

Birthday and Anniversary Recognition

Job summary

Diversified Foods and Seasonings is seeking a Prep Lead / Production Associate in Madisonville, LA to support daily manufacturing operations, ensure food safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will follow recipes, inspect ingredients, record data, and maintain GMP/HACCP standards while staying active on the line and collaborating with teammates. The role offers a mornings shift with overtime and weekend coverage, plus a benefits package.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Basic math

Reading skills

Stamina on feet

Team communication

Flexible schedule

Job description

Prep Lead - Join the DFS Family!

Location: Madisonville, LA

Mornings

Why Join Us?

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.