Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future  

Role: Quality Technician

Location:  Trouw Nutrition – 1440 Malcolm Mosby, Neosho, MO

Hours: M-F (6 am-2:30 pm)

Vacancy type:  Replacement

Why join us
Get ready to Own quality and compliance as a Quality Technician at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed in a sustainable way to a growing population. Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.

What you’ll do
You’ll Own It by taking end‑to‑end responsibility for accurate and timely quality control and in‑process testing of incoming materials, in‑process production, and finished products. Following established test protocols and SOPs, you’ll proactively identify, document, and escalate deviations and trends, ensuring data integrity and compliance with applicable quality and food/feed safety standards (including ISO 9001/17025). You’ll record results in quality systems, support continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate closely with internal teams and external testing partners to ensure critical quality data is shared and acted upon.

Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a detail‑driven quality professional who truly Owns It—someone who takes accountability for safety, data integrity, and compliance while working both independently and collaboratively. You bring a strong foundation in food or feed quality, are comfortable analysing data and identifying trends, and communicate issues early and clearly. You value accuracy, structure, and continuous improvement, and you take pride in contributing to safe, compliant, and high‑quality products that support our purpose of Feeding the Future.

You’ll also need

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, biology, or chemistry preferred, but relevant working experience in a related field will also be accepted, ideally with hands‑on experience performing quality control procedures. Food manufacturing experience preferred. HACCP and/or PCQI certification is an asset.
• Quality & compliance: Working knowledge of food and/or feed safety regulations and quality management systems.
• Technical & analytical capability: Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyse data, identify trends, and escalate non‑conformities appropriately.
• Core competencies: An “Own It” mindset with high accountability for data integrity and safety; ability to work independently and as part of a team; clear documentation and communication skills; fluent English (written and spoken); strong proficiency in MS Office; solid math and deductive reasoning skills; excellent organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Team‑oriented approach
• High attention to detail
• Ability to multi‑task in a production environment

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.

In addition, you’ll receive:

• Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA/FSA  
• Disability and Life insurance  
• 401K Matching 
• Paid Parental Leave and Tuition Reimbursement   
• Paid Time Off 
• Annual bonus 

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of what you do every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your development, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.

#Ownit

Additional Information

Accessibility: Nutreco is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.  

AI Screening Disclosure: Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.

Background Check: Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and physical/drug testing.

Eligibility: Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

Employment Equity: We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

Accessibility:   Nutreco is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Pay Transparency Statement:  Compensation for roles at Nutreco varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, and level of experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. 

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