Watershed Foods

Office Coordinator

Experience in administrative/office coordination; strong organization; MS Office; ability to lift and move supplies; communication skills.

HR Administrator

Experience in HR or administrative roles; strong communication; proficient with MS Office; ability to manage content and internal communications.

R&D Food Scientist

BS/BA in Food Science or related field; 0-2 years or 3-5 years with Master’s; culinary experience a plus.

Accounts Payable Specialist

3+ years accounts payable and treasury experience; HS diploma; ERP and electronic payment familiarity; strong Excel and financial reporting; attention to detail.

Mechanical Engineer

3+ years mechanical design/engineering experience; strong 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor); experience with machining, welding, and manufacturing processes; bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering; able to design for production and reliability.

General Laborer

Perform general labor duties, assist skilled trades, operate basic hand and power tools; 2+ years facilities maintenance, 5+ years construction experience; HS diploma or GED required; safety PPE adherence.

Engineering Project Manager

Experience in coordinating engineering projects; strong with equipment and systems engineering, sanitation in food manufacturing, and capital project planning.

Maintenance Technician 1st Shift

Maintenance Technician

4+ years industrial maintenance; troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems; electrical/PLC knowledge; ability to install/align mechanical components; read schematics and P&IDs; team oriented; able to work in fast-paced production; lift up to 100 lbs; NEC conduit installation preferred; food manufacturing experience preferred.

Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift

4+ years industrial maintenance; troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems; read electrical schematics; install/align pumps, gearboxes, conveyors; work with contractors; lift up to 100 lbs; NEC conduit knowledge; food manufacturing experience preferred.

4 years industrial maintenance experience; troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems; knowledge of electricity, P&IDs; install/align mechanical components; experience with pumps, gearboxes, conveyors; ability to lift 100 lbs; food manufacturing experience preferred.

Facilities Project Manager

Experience managing commercial construction or remodel projects; knowledge of permitting, budgeting, scheduling, and compliance in food facilities; strong vendor and stakeholder collaboration.

Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift

Minimum of 4 years of industrial maintenance experience; strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting; experience with motors, pumps, gearboxes, PLCs, and automation.

Accounting Manager

Oversee accounting operations, GAAP compliance, month/year-end closings, budgeting, and financial reporting. 5-8 years exp; CPA/CMA preferred.

Controls Engineer

Design and program PLCs, HMIs; integrate sensors; troubleshoot; project management; 5+ years in controls; Bachelor's preferred in Electrical/Control Systems.

Controls Technician

Install, test, and commission controls hardware; troubleshoot electrical systems; 3+ years in manufacturing; associates degree in electronic controls; read schematics and drawings.

Title	Location	Date
Office Coordinator Full Time · $46K-$52K/yr · 2+ YOE Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	May 1, 2026
HR Administrator Full Time · $48K-$54K/yr Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	May 1, 2026
R&D Food Scientist Full Time · $90K-$110K · 2+ YOE Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	Apr 29, 2026
Accounts Payable Specialist Full Time · $50K-$56K/yr · 3+ YOE Bloomington, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Bloomington, Illinois, United States Onsite	Apr 29, 2026
Mechanical Engineer Full Time · $90K-$110K · 3+ YOE Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	Mar 25, 2026
General Laborer Contract · $48K-$54K/yr · 5+ YOE Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	Mar 13, 2026
Engineering Project Manager Full Time · $110K-$140K · 5+ YOE Congerville, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Congerville, Illinois, United States Onsite	Mar 10, 2026
Maintenance Technician 1st Shift Full Time · $62K-$83K/yr · 4+ YOE Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 10, 2026
Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift Full Time · $56K-$67K/yr · 4+ YOE Deer Creek, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Deer Creek, Illinois, United States Onsite	Jan 30, 2026
Maintenance Technician 1st Shift Full Time · $56K-$67K/yr · 4+ YOE Congerville, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Congerville, Illinois, United States Onsite	Jan 28, 2026
Facilities Project Manager Full Time · $90K-$115K · 5+ YOE Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	Jan 27, 2026
Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift Full Time · $62K-$83K/yr · 4+ YOE Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	Jan 20, 2026
Accounting Manager Full Time · $110K-$125K · 5+ YOE Bloomington, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Bloomington, Illinois, United States Onsite	Nov 19, 2025
Controls Engineer Full Time · $100K-$130K · 5+ YOE Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	Oct 24, 2025
Controls Technician Full Time · $62K-$79K/yr · 3+ YOE Gridley, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Gridley, Illinois, United States Onsite	Oct 24, 2025

Activities	Freeze-drying food ingredientsSnack food manufacturingPrivate label manufacturingToddler nutrition productionPet treat manufacturing
Headquarters	US
Industries	Food ManufacturingFood & Beverages
Name	Watershed Foods
Employees	76
Type	Private
Subsidiaries	Top Fox SnacksAunt Em's Gourmet PopcornWatershed Pet Solutions
Tagline	Manufactures freeze-dried ingredients and snacks for food brands.
Founded	2,004
Website	watershedfoods.com
Latest Funding Round	Grant
Latest Funding Year	2,024
Latest Funding Amount	100,000
Latest Investors	Dairy Business Innovation Alliance

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