Production Associate - Prep

DIVERSIFIED FOODS & SEASONINGS; Madisonville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; 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 & Seasonings in Madisonville, LA, is seeking a Production Ham Fat Prep Associate to join our production team. You will help ensure food safety, quality, and efficiency by following recipes, inspecting ingredients, recording data, and maintaining clean GMP-compliant workspaces.

The role requires being on your feet up to 10 hours, lifting up to 50 pounds, and flexibility for overtime and weekends, with a supportive benefits package including 401(k), health, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Basic math and reading skills required.
• Ability to stay active on your feet for up to 10 hours.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and maneuver 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 food safety compliance.
• Observe, record, label, and report production data accurately.
• Stay updated on product details, packaging materials, and palletization requirements.
• Maintain clear, effective communication with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ensure workspace meets GMP, HACCP, and SSOP standards.
• Perform additional duties to contribute to smooth, efficient production.

Skills

Basic math

Reading skills

Staying active on feet

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Overtime flexibility

Weekend flexibility

Job description

Description

Production Associate Prep - Join the DFS Family!

Location: Madisonville, LA

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 we’re looking for a dedicated Production Associate to join us in Madisonville, LA!

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

As a Production Ham Fat Prep 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.