Formulator/Nutritionist

The target location for this role is Land O’Lakes Corporate Headquarters in Arden Hills, MN, however this position can be remote (virtual) and located anywhere in the USA

The Formulator/Nutritionist is responsible for implementing and supporting the formulation of custom premixes and feed additives for both internal and external customers. Formulation includes creating formulas to specification, creating and maintaining labels, and evaluating the use of rework or alternative ingredients. In addition, this position will also provide technical support for Nutra Blend across multiple departments including sales and customers, manufacturing, and quality. Collaborating cross functionally and maintaining a professional interface between the customer and the business is essential for success in this role.

50% of Total Job: Manage new, revised, and current products, with a large focus being swine and poultry formulas, using formulation and nutrition expertise. Product specifications must be met and in conjunction, ensure the product is adhering to manufacturing capabilities at each plant location. Timely response to our customers is important to communicate and troubleshoot formula details, address problems with effective solutions, and accurate product set up. In addition, create and maintain feed labels in compliance with FDA, state, and business requirements.

20% of Total Job: Provide technical support across multiple departments including our customers.

20% of Total Job: Rework formulation. Formulation system support. Ability to utilize existing formulation tools to recognize, track and capture savings opportunities that are aligned with the direction of the SLT and/or procurement team.

10% of Total Job: Manage product movement/extensions across Nutra Blend facilities. Ensure that each product is set up correctly, maintaining the standard of quality no matter which facility it is manufactured at.

Required Experience/Knowledge:

• 4 yr. degree in Agriculture (Animal Science or related field of study preferred).

• A Masters degree in animal nutrition is preferred; however, experience may offset the need.  

• Related formulation experience and related software experience highly desired.

• 5 years of nutritional experience is required.

• Knowledge of premix formulation is a plus.

The salary range for this role is $79,200 - $118,800. In most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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