Production Lead

Diversified Foods and Seasonings, LLC; Madisonville (LA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Holiday Pay

Weekends Off

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Diversified Foods & Seasonings, Madisonville, LA, is seeking a Production Lead to oversee ingredient preparation and support the production schedule. The role requires training employees, maintaining sanitation, and coordinating workflow with attention to quality and safety standards.

Shifts run 6:00am-2:30pm with starting pay at $18/hour, commensurate with experience. Join a team focused on growth, quality, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Intermediate math and advanced reading skills.
• Ability to lead and coordinate workflow in a production environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of GMPs, safety, quality, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to train, guide, and support employees.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical production duties.
• Color vision and ability to work safely in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily prep assignments based on production schedules and priorities.
• Support Prep Tech duties and manage workflow with Inventory to reduce waste.
• Provide direction, feedback, coaching, and performance documentation.
• Train Prep Techs to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistent performance.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary prep area in GMP/HACCP/SSOP compliance.
• Verify weights, lot codes, expiration dates, and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lead and coordinate workflow

Intermediate math

Advanced reading

Written and verbal communication

GMPs and food safety knowledge

Training and coaching

Lift up to 50 lbs

Color vision

Job description

Production Lead

Location: Madisonville, LA

Department: Prep

Schedule: 6:00am-2:30pm

Pay: starting at $18/hour (commensurate with experience)

BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH DFS

At Diversified Foods & Seasonings (DFS), food is more than what we make—it’s what brings our people, our history, and our passion together. We are looking for people who want more than just a job. We want team members who take pride in their work, want opportunities to learn and grow, and are ready to be part of a team committed to producing quality food and winning together.

WHY WORK AT DFS?

When You Join DFS, You Can Enjoy

• Competitive Pay
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), etc.
• Holiday Pay Effective Immediately
• Weekends Off – unless overtime is necessary
• Paid Time Off
• Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Training & Development Opportunities
• Opportunities to build new skills and grow your career within DFS
• A team environment where employees and their contributions matter

OUR VALUES

Our values guide how we work, how we treat one another, and how we serve our customers:

Integrity

We do the right thing—always, with honesty, fairness, and accountability.

Culinary Heritage

We are proud of the Louisiana culinary traditions and entrepreneurial spirit that shaped our company and continue to inspire our passion for flavor, quality, hospitality, and innovation.

Passion for Food

We take pride in creating great-tasting, high-quality, and innovative food products that delight our customers.

Pride in Our People

We invest in our people, treat each other with respect, and build teams that win together..

Personal Commitment

We take ownership, follow through, and deliver on our commitments—no excuses..

Continuous Learning

We challenge the status quo and continuously improve how we work, lead, and perform.

Winning Orientations

We are results-driven, celebrate success, and hold ourselves accountable when we fall short.

About The Position

The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing all ingredient preparation activities to support the production schedule. This role ensures that ingredients are properly prepared, staged, and handled according to company quality, safety, and accuracy standards. The Production Lead coordinates workflow, trains employees, maintains sanitation expectations, and supports operational efficiency through proper planning and communication.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate daily prep assignments based on production schedules and priorities.
• Support Prep Tech duties and partner with Inventory to manage workflow, prevent over-prepping, and reduce waste.
• Provide clear direction, feedback, coaching, and performance documentation as needed.
• Train and guide Prep Techs to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistent performance.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary prep area in compliance with GMP, HACCP, and SSOP requirements.
• Verify accurate weights, lot codes, expiration dates, and required documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Intermediate math and advanced reading skills.
• Ability to lead and coordinate workflow in a production environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of food preparation, GMPs, safety, quality, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to effectively train, guide, and support employees.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and safely perform physical production duties, including frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and ladder use.
• Ability to distinguish colors and work safely in a fast-paced production environment

What Success Looks Like At Dfs

We are looking for team members who:

• Show up ready to contribute and be part of the team
• Take pride in doing quality work
• Put safety and food quality first
• Are willing to learn and develop new skills
• Communicate and work well with others
• Take ownership of their responsibilities
• Look for opportunities to improve
• Want to grow with the company