Shipping Cooler Production Associate

Dierbergs Markets; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Weekly paychecks

Automatic pay increases

Flexible shifts with no overnight work

Job summary

Dierbergs Markets is seeking a Full-Time Production Associate for their Central Kitchen in Bridgeton, Missouri. The role involves food preparation and ensuring high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include handling finished food products, maintaining cleanliness in the cooler, and assisting in production zones. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and are encouraged to apply regardless of experience, as training is provided.

Benefits include medical, dental, weekly paychecks, and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Open availability for flexible shifts.
• Willingness to learn and be cross-trained.

Responsibilities

• Handle finished food products properly.
• Accurately distribute products to stores.
• Monitor product flow in and out of cooler.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in cooler.

Skills

Multitasking

Food safety knowledge

Basic computer skills

Physical agility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Food service equipment

Job description

At Dierbergs, our gourmet prepared foods are customer favorites and our Central Kitchen is where it all begins. At our fast-paced Central Kitchen our Associates take pride in knowing they are preparing high-quality foods that are distributed to our stores-ultimately delighting our loyal customers throughout the region.

Are you all about all things food? Dips, appetizers, recipes, prepared foods...you love it all. Do you wish you had a 50,000 square-foot kitchen with state-of-the-art equipment? Can you handle the challenge of maintaining Dierbergs' quality standards? If so, you're a top pick for the role of Full-Time Production Associate at our Central Kitchen in Bridgeton, Missouri.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• an excellent multitasker with a genuine desire to produce food products of impeccable quality.
• motivated to learn through ongoing training and development.
• focused and thorough in following food safety guidelines, recipes and production goals.
• adaptable to work in all areas of the Central Kitchen in varying controlled temperature zones from 38 to 90+ degrees.
• flexible to work overtime during peak production times.
• reliable and responsible, you arrive on time, every time, ready to seize the day.

Key responsibilities include

• properly handle finished food products.
• accurately distribute product to designated departments and stores.
• monitor the flow of product in and out of the cooler.
• keep the cooler clean and organized.
• take inventories as needed.
• complete required paperwork and forms.
• ensure the proper rotation of product.
• assist in any area of the kitchen as needed or directed.
• operate pallet jacks.
• this description is representative only and is not exhaustive of the tasks that an Associate in the position may be required to perform.

What you need to succeed

• high school diploma or GED.
• open availability.
• strong match and computer skills.
• ability to operate a pallet jack, lift up to 50 pounds (occasionally), utilize push/pull cart of up to 260lbs, and physical agility required in a fast-paced food production environment.
• work actions include standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and squatting.
• ambition and a willingness to learn all aspects of our production environment.
• ability to operate food service equipment such as wrappers, labelers, scales, slicers, ovens, mixers, etc. (training provided).
• ability to read and interpret production papers and accurately measure ingredients.
• this is an entry‑level role and we are willing to train; restaurant, production or general labor experience will serve you well.
• knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards is a plus.

What’s in it for you?

• benefits – medical, dental, vision & more!
• weekly paychecks – yes, we are going to pay you every single week!
• automatic, scheduled pay increases to reward your awesome performance.
• no overnight shifts required (most shifts end by 10pm).
• training and growth potential to help you reach your career goals.
• wellness initiatives and associate appreciation to keep you engaged and involved.

Why Dierbergs is different

• our 50,000 square-foot facility produces hundreds of prepared food items – the ideal environment for someone who enjoys variety and appreciates a close-knit, team-focused environment.
• opportunities are available in recipe preparation, cooking, packaging, sanitation or shipping/receiving and you may be cross‑trained in other departments.
• as you learn and grow, you will have the support to move into higher‑level roles.
• unlike certain food‑industry or production facility jobs that require an insane schedule, most shifts end by 10pm at our Central Kitchen; there are no overnight shifts; you’ll be off most holidays; and we’re closed on Sundays!