--- title: 'Food Program Manager at Hydrite' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/food-program-manager-hydrite-twin-falls-2nxb609xqn5v' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Food Program Manager at Hydrite - **Company:** Hydrite - **Location:** Twin Falls, ID - **Posted:** 2026-08-20 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hydritechemicalco/jobs/8143738 ## Job description ## WHO WE ARE We are a company where people matter. We are family driven. We are financially strong. And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team. ## BENEFITS - Up to 10% Retirement Contribution - $600 per Year Wellness Incentive - Three Weeks Starting Paid Time Off - Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date. JOIN A TOP WORKPLACE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nlFHnnfvhk Food Program Manager The primary purpose of this position is to provide consultative service to Hydrite’s sanitation customers within the Food Industry. The secondary purpose is to aid the Business Development Managers and Regional Managers in managing the relationship at all levels of management as required and to aid in growing the business within each account. Frequent overnight travel is required throughout southern Idaho based on business needs. Primary responsibilities include: - Service customers optimizing their plant sanitation programs to the performance standards set forth in the plant survey and PAMP goals. - When applicable, identify and facilitate corrective actions on-site before engaging assistance from other Hydrite departments or personnel. - Determine, articulate and manage the sequential steps necessary to meet PAMP goals. - Prepare written service/usage reports as requested by their customer and manager. - Required to understand and articulate the process flow at each account. - Proficient at identifying latent customer problems and their solutions. - Communicate, immediately, ALL deviations from survey to their Regional Manager.  No exceptions. - Assist as needed in plant surveys, presentations, and the service plans design to deliver the full value of Hydrite’s service program, i.e., continuous profit improvement for the customer. - When and where applicable, be able to make adjustments to the customer’s cost plan. - Meet annual goals and objectives established mutually with their respective Regional Manager and execute sales/service task cycle. - Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned. - Speak in group settings to train sanitation employees. - Diligently meet the needs of their customers both external, and within Hydrite. - Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers - Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned. - Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required.  Review changes/additions with your supervisor.  Must be RCRA compliant. ## REPORTING STRUCTURE - This position reports to the Regional Manager. ## PREFERRED EXPERIENCE - Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university is preferred but not required; technical or marketing degree a plus. - Minimum 5 years experience in a related field. - Have a strong understanding of food and/or dairy sanitation, its affect on food quality, and customer profitability. - Possess mechanical aptitude and excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word, Excel, and other related software is required. - Is a self starter. - Must possess a valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record. - Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English. ## ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach. WANT TO STAY CONNECTED?  FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA - LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-](http://www.linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-) - Facebook: [facebook.com/hydrite](http://www.facebook.com/hydrite) - YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs_493NR8RI Learn more about Hydrite on our website: [www.hydrite.com/careers](http://www.hydrite.com/careers) ## About Hydrite ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Hydrite is a leading North American manufacturer and distributor of integrated chemical programs, serving industries such as food & beverage, agriculture, and manufacturing with custom manufacturing, technical expertise, and a private fleet. - **Entity Type**: Private (family-owned) - **Headquarters**: Brookfield, Wisconsin, USA - **Founded**: 1929 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (the name “Hydrite” originated from the idea of tanning “hyde right”) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Chemical manufacturing and distribution; specialty chemicals for food & dairy sanitation, water treatment, foam control, food ingredients, and organic processing. - **Target customers**: B2B – enterprise and SMB customers in food & beverage, agriculture, industrial manufacturing, and water treatment markets. - **Mission or purpose statement**: “Providing sustainable ideas and solutions that ensure Customer, Employee and Partner success.” Also: “Our sustainable solutions keep food safe, water clean, and plants thriving.” ## Products & Services - **Chemical Manufacturing & Distribution**: Custom manufacturing and nationwide distribution of industrial and specialty chemicals. - **Food & Dairy Sanitation**: Cleaners and sanitizers designed to enhance food safety and quality. - **Food Ingredients**: Ingredients that add flavor and functionality to food and beverage products. - **Water Treatment**: Chemistry and services for improving water quality in industrial processes. - **Foam Control Chemistries**: Defoamers and antifoams for various industrial applications. - **Organic Processing & Liquid Sulfites**: Specialized chemicals for organic processing and sulfite applications. - **Plant Sanitation**: Complete sanitation programs for food processing facilities. - **Private Fleet**: Company-owned tractors, van trailers, tankers, and railcars for reliable delivery. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held) - **Key Metric**: ~1,000 employees; 95+ years in business - **Notable Investors/Partners**: None (family-owned; no external investors disclosed) - **Growth Signals**: - Acquired Enterprise Specialty Products, Inc. (ESP) in Laurens, SC, marking entry into the Southeast US region. - Recognized as a 2025 Top Workplaces award winner by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (won eight other years). - Continues to invest in people, technology, community, and sustainability. ## Competitive Advantages - **Technical expertise**: Highly trained staff with deep industry experience delivering custom solutions. - **Private fleet**: Ensures responsive service and supply chain reliability. - **Custom manufacturing**: Ability to develop tailored chemical programs for diverse customer needs. - **Strong safety culture**: Robust safety programs and multiple safety awards (e.g., WI Safety Council Corporate Safety Award). - **Sustainability focus**: Active initiatives to reduce energy, water, and waste; commitment to environmental stewardship. ## Strategic Focus - Geographic expansion into the Southeast US following the ESP acquisition. - Continued investment in innovation, people development, and sustainable operations. - Strengthening the “One Hydrite” safety culture and community engagement. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Family-run, privately held with a focus on integrity, innovation, safety, quality, people, and responsible growth. Recognized multiple times as a Top Workplace. - **Work environment**: Primarily on-site at plant locations across the US (Wisconsin, Indiana, Iowa, Illinois, Texas, California, South Carolina, etc.); some remote roles available (e.g., Applications Engineer). - **Benefits** (from [hydrite.com](https://www.hydrite.com/careers/BenefitsandWellness.htm)): - Medical, dental, vision (including zero co-insurance/zero deductible plan) - 401k with 100% match on first 3% and 50% on next 2% (immediate vesting) - Profit sharing - Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year - Front-loaded paid time off and paid holidays - $3,000 referral bonus - Wellness programs with up to $600 annual reimbursement - Adoption assistance, legal services insurance, EAP, and more - **Early talent**: Internships, co-ops, and rotational programs for college students and recent graduates. ## Sources 1. [hydrite.com – Company Overview](https://hydrite.com/) 2. [hydrite.com – About Hydrite](https://www.hydrite.com/About-Hydrite.htm) 3. [hydrite.com – Careers](https://www.hydrite.com/careers.htm) 4. [hydrite.com – Benefits & Wellness](https://www.hydrite.com/careers/BenefitsandWellness.htm) 5. 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