Quality Technician II

TreeHouse Foods; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

TreeHouse Foods is seeking a Quality Technician II to join its Cedar Rapids facility. The role involves complex testing procedures to ensure the quality and compliance of oatmeal products. A successful candidate will have strong analytical skills and a background in quality control or related fields. As part of a leading food manufacturer, you'll contribute to maintaining high standards of product quality in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

401(k) program with employer match

Comprehensive paid time off

Paid training and tuition reimbursement

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in quality control or laboratory testing preferred (1-3 years).
• Familiarity with quality assurance protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and chemical testing on products.
• Maintain and update testing procedures.
• Make accept/reject decisions on raw materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree in Science, Food or related field

Job description

TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers , directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future.

Named one of America’s Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine , we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight – One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values — Own It, Commi t to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals.

What You G ain :

Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period – you’re eligible from your first day!

401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll.

Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to two weeks of vacation (increasing to three weeks after just three years of service), five sick days, two emergency days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays).

Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training , tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform – DevelopU – with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way.

An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups .

Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs .

Job Description:

About the Role:

Our Cedar Rapids, IA, facility, a manufacturer of quality private label oatmeal, is seeking a Quality Technician II. As Quality Technician II, you will perform complex chemical and physical tests at various stages of the production process and compile and evaluate analytical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.

You’ll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to:

• Perform physical and chemical testing on products to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Make accept/reject decision on incoming raw materials and pre-shipment finished good samples.
• Possess a high degree of analytical and instrumentation training, and ability to make independent judgment.
• Interact with other departments to communicate testing results.
• Conduct routine sampling and auditing of packaging materials and raw ingredients for quality and specification adherence. Initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain and update testing procedures in alignment with industry best practices.
• Input and manage test results in the Laboratory Data Management System (LDMS) accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment, following all laboratory safety protocols.
• This is a full-time, on-site role on 3rd Shift. Occasional flexibility may be required to support alternate shifts.

You’ll fit right in if you have:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; Degree in Science, Food or related field is strongly preferred.
• One to three years of experience in quality control, laboratory testing, or a related role within a manufacturing or food production environment is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing techniques, quality assurance protocols, and regulatory requirements is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks effectively.

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At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us “Engage and Delight – One Customer at a Time”. TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [e-mail]

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About Us

TreeHouse Foods is a private label food and beverage leader focused on customer brands and custom products. When customers partner with TreeHouse they can expect access to an industry-leading portfolio, strategic vision, on-trend innovation and insights, world-class supply chain, operational excellence and flexibility, collaborative approaches, and dedicated customer service.

Our strategy is to be the leading supplier of private label food and beverage products by providing the best balance of quality and cost to our customers. We engage with retail grocery, food away from home, and industrial and export customers, including most of the leading grocery retailers and foodservice operators in the United States and Canada. Our portfolio includes a variety of shelf-stable, refrigerated, and snack products.

Customers can expect comprehensive flavor profiles including natural, organic, and preservative-free ingredients in many categories and packaging formats. TreeHouse Foods is best known for food and beverages produced by our two largest businesses Bay Valley Foods, LLC (including E.D. Smith and Sturm Foods) and TreeHouse Private Brands. With more than 10,000 employees in over 29 plants across the United States, Canada, and Italy, TreeHouse Foods is based in Oak Brook, Illinois.

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Disability Assistance and EEO Considerations: At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us “Engage and Delight – One Customer at a Time." TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [e-mail]

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