Ruminant Formulation Nutritionist

Job Description

About the Role:

The primary responsibility of the Kalmbach Nutritional Services (KNS) Ruminant Formulation Nutritionist is the formulation and optimization of ruminant diets and feeding programs for both KNS and its customers. In this office-based role you will have the opportunity to communicate directly with customers, nutritionists, and sales representatives, providing nutritional support. The ideal candidate will enjoy problem solving and have a strong interest in how nutrition affects animal growth and well-being.

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsible for the formulation of diets according to nutritionist, sales force, and/or customers’ requests.

Contribute to management of ingredient specifications and quality for best-cost formulation, pricing, and sourcing.

Assist with forecasting ingredient needs and economic projections for KNS and its customers.

Understanding of Kalmbach’s nutritional products and services.The Right Candidate:

Minimum of a B.S.

Experience with computers and familiar with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software programs. Formulation software experience is also very helpful.

Demonstrate excellent organizational, time-management, problem-solving, and communication (oral and written) skills.

2-5 years of expereince with the formulation of ruminant diets

Must be detail-oriented and systematic in designing and executing short- and long-term objectives.

Previous experience in the livestock, feed, or nutrition industries is preferred, but not required.

About the Team:

At Kalmbach Feeds we believe our Nutrition Team is a key part of our company; helping us deliver extraordinary service to our customers. We are a successful, growing team that is built upon a foundation of teamwork, competitive drive, and conducting business in the right way. We strive to always carry out our core values in every area of our business. We treat people the way we wanted to be treated, we own quality every time, we work hard to WIN as a team, and we go the extra mile to delight our customers!

About the Company:

Kalmbach Feeds offers the highest quality nutritional products for livestock, poultry, and companion animals. The company was founded in 1963 by Milton and Ruth Kalmbach with a vision to develop the finest products, providing customers with the best possible nutritional value. The Kalmbach family’s traditional core values have served as the compass for consistent success for six decades, and the company has become the regional leader within the animal nutrition industry. Kalmbach Feeds enjoys an excellent reputation for quality and integrity within the animal nutrition industry and is comprised of smart self-starters who are driven to serve customers. Our experienced, talented team utilizes cutting-edge technology and proprietary processes to deliver safe, innovative products. Our stringent ingredient testing, computer automated systems, patented technologies, dedicated manufacturing facilities, and in-house nutrition specialists guarantee it. Additional information regarding our exciting company can be found at and

Kalmbach Feeds Offers:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with eligibility on date of hire

401(K) (traditional and Roth options) with generous company match

3 Weeks Paid Time Off in first year

Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Competitive Compensation

On Staff Life Coach

Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Plans

Access to Beach Front Company Condo in Fort Myers, FL

Kalmbach Feeds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant for employment is considered solely based on job qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. The information contained within your resume and application, including employment history, educational history, and references, are subject to verification. Pre-employment drug screen (hair and urine), physical, and criminal background check required.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.