Job Description Nutritionist - Pet Food Manufacturing gpac is partnering with a growing pet food manufacturer in Mishawaka, IN to identify a Nutritionist who will play a key role in product formulation, nutritional analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.This position offers the opportunity to work closely with quality, production, procurement, and product development teams to help create innovative, high-quality pet food products while ensuring nutritional integrity, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing excellence. The ideal candidate is passionate about animal nutrition, scientifically driven, and eager to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities
Support the development, evaluation, and optimization of pet food formulations
Conduct nutritional analysis of ingredients and finished products to ensure compliance with established standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, consistency, and performance
Research emerging ingredients, nutritional trends, and industry innovations within the pet food sector
Assist with formulation adjustments, product trials, and validation activities
Ensure products meet nutritional requirements, quality expectations, and regulatory guidelines
Prepare and maintain formulation records, technical documentation, specifications, and reports
Analyze formulation data and provide recommendations for product improvements and cost optimization
Participate in plant trials, product evaluations, and occasional field visits as needed
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to nutrition, quality, and manufacturing processes
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Animal Nutrition, Animal Science, Food Science, or a related discipline
Strong understanding of animal nutrition principles and feed formulation concepts
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Internship, research, or industry experience within animal nutrition, feed, food manufacturing, or pet food is a plus
Why Join?
Opportunity to contribute to innovative pet food products and formulation initiatives
Exposure to product development, manufacturing, quality, and operational leadership
Collaborative team environment with strong opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Hands-on experience within a growing and evolving pet food manufacturing organization
If you're passionate about animal nutrition and looking to build a rewarding career within the pet food industry, apply today for immediate consideration or contact Brittany Hamilton at brittany.hamilton@gogpac.com for confidential consideration.Keywords: animal nutrition, pet industry, pet food, nutritionist, animal science, food science, entry level, pet food formulation, ingredient formulation All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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Job Description Nutritionist - Pet Food Manufacturing gpac is partnering with a growing pet food manufacturer in Mishawaka, IN to identify a Nutritionist who will play a key role in product formulation, nutritional analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.This position offers the opportunity to work closely with quality, production, procurement, and product development teams to help create innovative, high-quality pet food products while ensuring nutritional integrity, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing excellence. The ideal candidate is passionate about animal nutrition, scientifically driven, and eager to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities
Support the development, evaluation, and optimization of pet food formulations
Conduct nutritional analysis of ingredients and finished products to ensure compliance with established standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, consistency, and performance
Research emerging ingredients, nutritional trends, and industry innovations within the pet food sector
Assist with formulation adjustments, product trials, and validation activities
Ensure products meet nutritional requirements, quality expectations, and regulatory guidelines
Prepare and maintain formulation records, technical documentation, specifications, and reports
Analyze formulation data and provide recommendations for product improvements and cost optimization
Participate in plant trials, product evaluations, and occasional field visits as needed
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to nutrition, quality, and manufacturing processes
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Animal Nutrition, Animal Science, Food Science, or a related discipline
Strong understanding of animal nutrition principles and feed formulation concepts
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Internship, research, or industry experience within animal nutrition, feed, food manufacturing, or pet food is a plus
Why Join?
Opportunity to contribute to innovative pet food products and formulation initiatives
Exposure to product development, manufacturing, quality, and operational leadership
Collaborative team environment with strong opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Hands-on experience within a growing and evolving pet food manufacturing organization
If you're passionate about animal nutrition and looking to build a rewarding career within the pet food industry, apply today for immediate consideration or contact Brittany Hamilton at brittany.hamilton@gogpac.com for confidential consideration.Keywords: animal nutrition, pet industry, pet food, nutritionist, animal science, food science, entry level, pet food formulation, ingredient formulation All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.