Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Disability Insurance, Food Quality, Food Safety, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Ingredient Preparation, Life Insurance, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Mathematics, Pallet Jack, Product Packaging, Record Keeping, Safety Compliance, Vision Plan, Waitressing
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Description
Production Associate - Join the DFS Family!
Location: Madisonville, LA
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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!
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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.