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Dean Foods Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Packaging Operator I

Thornton, IL · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

These brands include Marie's Refrigerated Salad Dressings and Dips and Dean's Dairy Dips. West Madison Foods is a private equity "start-up" business with iconic brands, a strong retail presence, and ...

Packaging Operator I

Thornton, IL · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

These brands include Marie's Refrigerated Salad Dressings and Dips and Dean's Dairy Dips. West Madison Foods is a private equity "start-up" business with iconic brands, a strong retail presence, and ...

Entry Level Cook - Dean's

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Check freshness of foods and ingredients; ensure all recipes and portion-use records are followed. * Be aware of guest feedback scores and work to positively influence rankings. * Foster a climate of ...

Lead Line Cook - Dean's

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

Check freshness of foods and ingredients; ensure all recipes and portion-use records are followed. * Be aware of guest feedback scores and work to positively influence rankings. * Foster a climate of ...

Lion Hills Cook

Scooba, MS · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

... foods based on Kitchen Managers guidance on presentation techniques and quality standards Working ... Dean Of Students Golden Triangle Campus Disability Services Coordinator 8731 South Frontage Road ...

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How much do dean foods jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for dean foods in the United States is $76,501.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Dean Foods position?

To thrive in a role at Dean Foods, you typically need experience in food manufacturing or distribution, knowledge of food safety standards, and a relevant educational background such as a degree in food science, business, or operations management. Proficiency with inventory management systems, quality control software, and certifications like HACCP or SQF are often important. Strong teamwork, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability are valued soft skills in this environment. These skills ensure efficient production operations, consistent quality, and compliance with industry regulations in a dynamic setting.

What is a Dean Foods?

A Dean Foods job typically involves working in the dairy manufacturing and distribution industry. Employees may work in roles such as production, logistics, sales, or corporate management. The company was one of the largest dairy processors in the U.S. before its assets were sold in 2020. Jobs vary by location and department, offering opportunities in operations, quality control, and customer service.

What are some common challenges someone might face when working at Dean Foods?

Employees at Dean Foods often navigate challenges like maintaining strict food safety and quality standards during high-volume production, adapting to fluctuating demand, and working efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Meeting tight deadlines while ensuring compliance with industry regulations can require careful attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Additionally, collaborating effectively across different departments such as production, quality assurance, and logistics is key to ensuring smooth workflows. Embracing continuous improvement and being open to learning new processes can help overcome these challenges and contribute to career growth within the organization.

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Infographic showing various Dean Foods job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $76,501 per year, or $36.8 per hour.

Industrial Maintenance Trainee Caseyville IL

Tyson Foods, Inc.

Caseyville, IL • On-site

$25.95/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Tyson Foods rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 550 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

295th of 437 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Job Details:
Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.
Pay is $25.95
Join the Maintenance & Reliability Team at our Caseyville Prepared Foods Plant as a Maintenance Intern!
This is the ideal opportunity for a current student that has general knowledge in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, refrigeration and/or automation. We have Multiple Shifts available.
Tyson is currently in the process of expanding our operations in Caseyville with an $181 million dollar investment to add 7 new state of the art production lines to our current 4 production lines. With automated warehousing and robotics at the heart of this expansion the facility will be a Flagship of the Prepared Foods division.
The facility currently produces Jimmy Dean and Hillshire branded retail products and the expansion will further develop our capabilities. With around the clock operations we offer a creative schedule for our Maintenance & Reliability Team that provides our team members with the ability to have not only time off during the traditional work week (Mon - Fri) but allows for a 3-day weekend every other week (Fri, Sat, Sun). Crews work in Teams and alternate days to allow for an ideal work / home-life balance.
Brief Job Summary: Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, and electrical systems by performing the essential job functions.
Performs limited facility maintenance tasks as required. Essential Job Functions: 1. Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and SQF Quality Management policies and procedures while performing essential job functions. 2. Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems with equipment
3. Replace / Repair broken or worn out parts on Equipment
4. Modify equipment to meet changing manufacturing requirements
5. Install new equipment
6. Perform preventive maintenance on equipment
7. Performs limited masonry work, repairs plumbing fixtures and woodwork.
8. Repairs, maintains and installs electrical systems and fixtures.
9. Measures, cuts, bonds, threads, assembles and installs electrical conduit.
10. Uses hand and power tools.
11. Install new runs of water, steam, and air piping
12. Install new runs of electric to various equipment
13. Maintain the building and grounds
14. Performs other duties as assigned
Education: Actively enrolled in an accredited university or technical school seeking a degree or diploma in a Maintenance specific field such as: Mechanical, Automation, Refrigeration, Industrial Maintenance, Production Maintenance, Electrical and maintaining enrollment
Required Skills/Attributes: Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Visualization - The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Finger Dexterity - The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:
• Work near moving mechanical parts.
• Work where the noise level is usually moderate to high.
• Required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Employee may occasionally be required to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance of other employees.
• Work from a ladder or a man lift at heights greater than 20 feet.
• Drive a forklift.
Work Schedule: Traditional shift, some weekend work may be required or a rotating schedule where technicians work (3) 12-hour days one week and (4) 12 hour days the next week (alternating a 3 day weekend every-other week).
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)
Pay Range/Rate:
$25.95
Incentives:
Annual Incentive Plan:
No
Long-Term Incentive Plan:
No
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson's total compensation package.
Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member's relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here

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