Job Title: Prep Associate
Location: Lancaster, TX
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 6:00 AM to End of Shift
Start Date: April 27, 2025 (Hard Start – No Exceptions)
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire (480-hour conversion)
Pay Week: Monday–Sunday (Weekly Pay)
Position Overview:
We are hiring Prep Associates to support food preparation and packaging operations in a refrigerated warehouse environment. This role is responsible for prepping raw food products, portioning ingredients, and ensuring accurate measurements before items are sent to production lines.
This is a hands-on role ideal for individuals with prior food handling or warehouse experience who are detail-oriented and comfortable working in a cold environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Open, sort, and prep raw food products according to specifications
- Measure and portion ingredients with accuracy
- Follow all food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
- Maintain clean and organized workstations throughout the shift
- Work independently or in small teams to support various food assembly tasks
- May operate equipment or IT devices related to food packaging
- Check ingredients for freshness and proper rotation
- Accurately complete routine paperwork related to packaging and labeling
- Identify and escalate any product, food safety, or equipment issues
- Willingness to assist in other warehouse departments as needed
Skills & Requirements:
- Minimum of 6 months experience in a food production or food warehouse environment preferred
- Familiarity with GMPs and safe food handling procedures
- Ability to follow instructions, safety protocols, and maintain quality standards
- Strong attention to detail and basic math skills
- Must be 18 years or older
- Able to work in a cold environment and on your feet throughout the shift
Dress Code & PPE Requirements:
- Non-slip, closed-toed shoes
- Warm clothing layers and jackets
- Work gloves (provided or bring your own)
- No facial jewelry, artificial nails, fake eyelashes, ripped pants, or Crocs permitted
Other Requirements:
- Background check required (forms must be submitted with application)
- E-Verify required
- Must use the client’s timeclock system
If you're looking for a stable role in a growing warehouse operation and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply!