Build Something
That Lasts.
For 88 years, the Van Zetten family has built Oskaloosa Food Products into one of America's most respected egg processing companies. We are looking for people who share our commitment to quality, integrity, and the kind of work that stands the test of time. Whether you start on the farm or in the boardroom, a career here is a career with purpose.
Why Choose a Career at Oskaloosa Food Products?
We are not a faceless corporation. We are a third-generation, family-owned business where every employee is known by name and every contribution matters. When you join our team, you become part of a 88-year legacy that has weathered every market cycle, every industry disruption, and every challenge — and come out stronger.
Iowa is our home, and we invest in our community. Our employees enjoy the stability of a company that has never wavered from its commitment to quality, the opportunity to grow within a business that rewards dedication, and the pride of producing a product that feeds American families every single day.
From entry-level farm positions to senior leadership roles, we develop talent from within. Many of our longest-tenured employees started on the production floor and advanced into supervisory and management positions. We believe in promoting the people who prove themselves — not just hiring from the outside.
Career Tracks
Whether your background is in agriculture, food manufacturing, or business leadership, there is a place for you at Oskaloosa Food Products. Explore our three primary career tracks below.
Farm Operations
Our farm operations team is the foundation of everything we do. From flock care and biosecurity to feed management and daily animal husbandry, these roles are essential to producing the highest-quality eggs in Iowa. No prior experience is required — we provide comprehensive training and a clear path to advancement.
- Dependable and detail-oriented
- Comfortable working with animals
- Committed to animal welfare standards
- Team-first mindset
Production & Processing
Our Oskaloosa processing facility is one of the most advanced egg products operations in the Midwest. Production team members work with state-of-the-art liquid, spray-dried, and pan-dried egg processing equipment — including our world-exclusive pan-drying technology. These roles offer hands-on technical skill development and long-term career stability in a growing industry.
- Mechanically inclined or willing to learn
- Strong attention to food safety protocols
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable and safety-conscious
Executive & Research
Oskaloosa Food Products is a third-generation, 88-year-old company that continues to innovate. Our executive and research team drives strategy, customer relationships, food science, and the development of new egg product applications. We are looking for leaders who want to shape the future of the egg industry from a company with deep roots and a bold vision.
- Strategic thinker with industry knowledge
- Passion for food science or agribusiness
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Alignment with family-business values
Employee Benefits
We take care of our people. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our belief that a strong team is built on security, recognition, and opportunity.
Rooted in Oskaloosa. Built for the Long Haul.
Mahaska County is our home. We are proud to be one of Iowa's longest-standing food production employers, and we are committed to keeping good jobs here. When you work at Oskaloosa Food Products, you are investing in your community just as much as we are investing in you.
Send Us Your ResumeOskaloosa Food Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experience levels, and abilities.
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