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Monogastric Nutritionist and Formulator

Job Posting: McFleeg, Inc. is seeking a Monogastric Nutritionist and Formulator. Strong candidates for this position must be customer-service focused, reliable, self-motivated, hardworking, communicate effectively, and willing to work as a part of a dynamic team.

McFleeg, Inc. is a locally owned manufacturer of livestock feed, premixes, and specialty products in Watertown, SD for the past 44 years. We’re a progressive poultry, swine and cattle nutrition company providing customers with industry leading solutions and technical support to produce sustainable protein for the growing world through innovation and science.

Job Type: Full-time (pay based on experience)           
Location: Watertown, SD 57201
Position Available: Immediately

Job Responsibilities and Duties:
·        Provide monogastric nutritional expertise, including formulation, field technical service work, in-house research and new product development.
·        Develop technical sales literature material
·        Conduct trainings on company products and advancements in animal nutrition industry for sales staff and customers
·        Serve as a the point of contact for nutrition questions from our customer base
·        Assist feed safety team in overseeing the company’s SFSF, HACCP, regulatory and quality assurance programs
·        Meet with vendors to stay current on new ingredients and technologies
·        Attend industry and science based meetings
·        Obey all company policies, safety regulations, FDA and State regulatory requirements
Qualifications:
·        Masters or PhD degree in animal nutrition, preferred in swine or poultry nutrition
·        Detail-oriented with the ability to review processes and identify control gaps
·        High internal drive, strong organizational, communication and time management skills
·        Ability to work with team members and network with industry partners
·        Excellent written and oral communications skills with the ability to effectively communicate in small and large groups
·        Possess high degree of computer skills including Microsoft Office and Adobe programs, with the ability to be trained on formulation software
·        Prefer previous field or on-farm live animal experience in the livestock industry
·        Capable of lifting 55-70 lbs. and climbing stairs
·        Valid driver’s license and ability to travel
Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental, 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off and Holidays
To apply, please email cover letter and resume to Jeff Jaderborg, PhD at jeffj@mcfleeg.com