Associate Product Data Scientist

About Us

Tree House 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 Tree House 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.

Full time

WI De Pere

Research and Development

Associate Product Data Scientist

As an Associate Product Data Scientist, you will play an important role in supporting product data initiatives across the organization. You will assist with projects and technology initiatives related to the creation, maintenance, and review of integrated corporate data for food ingredients and products. This role supports R&D, manufacturing plants, co‑packers, and suppliers by ensuring accurate, high‑quality product and specification data is maintained in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.

• Collecting and analyzing product data for assigned product categories
• Developing product specifications in collaboration with integration, commercialization, and product inquiry teams
• Compiling and loading product information into databases and systems of record
• Maintaining accurate finished‑good data in internal systems (e.g., SAP, PDM), including allergen, kosher, sensitivity, inspection, lot code, and positive release information
• Understanding the impact of product data changes and applying technical product knowledge to ensure downstream accuracy
• Providing technical support and accurate information to internal business partners
• Handling confidential and proprietary information in accordance with company policies to protect company assets

• This is a full‑time, exempt role, based in one of our corporate offices, De Pere, WI or Oak Brook, IL
• The anticipated compensation for this position ranges from $52,000 to $78,000 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics and business or organizational needs.
  
  For certain roles, the successful candidate may be eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus and equity pay.
• Occasional travel may be required, up to 10%

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Engineering, Culinary, or a related discipline required
• At least one year of experience working with technical or structured data in computerized database systems
• Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to deliver accurate, complete information within established timelines
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize workload effectively, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on continuous improvement and process efficiency
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Experience with Microsoft Access, SAP, Product Data Management (PDM), or customer/product databases preferred

• 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 four weeks of vacation, five sick 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 – Develop
  
  U – 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.

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