Operations Lead

TreeHouse Foods • Cambridge, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

TreeHouse Foods 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. 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, Commit 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. The Operations Lead will lead and support Kitter, Aseptic Batcher, and Process Operator employees to maintain a productive and efficient work environment. This role involves training new and existing employees, providing hands-on support, and serving as a backup for the Production Shift Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a food manufacturing environment, preferably in an aseptic processing setting
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and mentor employees
• In-depth understanding of ingredient handling, batching processes, and aseptic production operations
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records
• Ability to list and move up to 50lbs as required as well as stand, bend, and move for extended periods of time
• Comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments, including cold storage areas
• Knowledge of HACCP principles, FDA regulations, and food safety protocols
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

• Technical or trade school background preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Kitter, Aseptic Batcher, and Process Operator employees to maintain a productive and efficient work environment.
• Train new and existing employees in all aspects of their roles to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and production standards.
• Provide hands-on support and guidance to team members, stepping in to perform tasks as needed.
• Serve as a backup for the Production Shift Supervisor during absences or as required.
• Ensure accurate weighing, scaling, and handling of ingredients as performed by Kitters.
• Oversee the batching process to maintain consistent and accurate blending of ingredients according to batch sheets.
• Monitor aseptic processing operations, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, HACCP guidelines, and company policies.
• Verify process control parameters and support troubleshooting of equipment and procedural issues.
• Ensure all sanitation and cleaning protocols are followed, including proper teardown and reassembly of equipment.
• Maintain responsibility for data integrity in the recipe management system, ensuring accurate input and record-keeping.
• Review and validate completed production logs, batch sheets, HACCP records, and other regulatory documentation.
• Ensure traceability by confirming accurate ingredient lot numbers, batch tracking, and compliance with inventory procedures.
• Enforce adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food safety protocols, and workplace safety standards.
• Ensure all employees are properly equipped with and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Identify and address potential safety risks and escalate concerns to supervisors as needed.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the frontline employees and shift supervisors/management.
• Communicate operational challenges, production delays, and quality concerns to leadership in a timely manner.
• Foster a collaborative work environment by promoting teamwork, accountability, and problem-solving

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits program!
• Enrollment in our wellness and employee assistance programs!
• Paid holidays, vacation, and other competitive paid time off opportunities!
• An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of people
• Leaders who are invested in supporting your career growth.
• Opportunities to be recognized for outstanding contributions to your team through our employee recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED