Manager of Nutrition, Research and Quality

DairyPro; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy nutrition company in Cambridge, Canada is seeking a Manager of Nutrition, Research and Quality to oversee research and development, quality assurance, and nutrition programs. The role includes providing leadership to multiple teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and leading research initiatives focused on animal nutrition. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dairy science and demonstrated leadership experience. This position offers a full-time contract with competitive hourly pay ranging from $17.20 to $61.48.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in feed, dairy, or food manufacturing with a focus on quality assurance and nutrition.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, CFIA, and feed industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership to R&D, Nutrition and Quality Assurance teams.
• Set clear goals, conduct performance reviews, and foster employee growth.
• Lead research projects exploring neonatal calf nutrition, health, and management.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical mindset

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Quality management systems (QMS)

Job description

Job Title

Manager of Nutrition, Research and Quality

Summary

Oversees Grober Nutrition's Research and Development, Quality Assurance, Product Safety, and Nutrition programs to ensure that all milk replacers, feeds, and nutritional solutions meet regulatory, customer, and company standards. Provides leadership to R&D, quality, and nutrition teams, supports third‑party certifications such as CFIA and HACCP, and drives continuous improvement across production and product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership to R&D, Nutrition and Quality Assurance teams.
• Set clear goals, conduct performance reviews, and foster employee growth.
• Build a culture of quality, collaboration, and accountability across all departments.
• Lead cross‑functional quality meetings and represent the Research and Nutrition function at leadership level.
• Lead research projects exploring neonatal calf nutrition, health, and management and their impacts on future production.
• Evaluate ingredient quality and nutritional efficacy to ensure formulations align with animal health, growth, and performance objectives.
• Provide technical support and product knowledge to internal teams, customers, and distributors.
• Stay current on emerging research, nutritional trends, and regulatory changes in the dairy and livestock industries.
• Analyze trends and data from research trials and field performance to drive improvements in quality and formulation.
• Implement process enhancements that improve consistency, yield, and product safety.
• Lead or participate in Lean/Kaizen initiatives related to quality and nutrition.
• Other duties and assignments as required.

Customer Focus

• Partner with Sales and Technical Services to address customer inquiries, complaints, and special formulation requests.
• Support customer audits and on‑site visits as needed.
• Ensure Grober's products maintain the highest standards of safety, palatability, and performance.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in feed, dairy, or food manufacturing with a focus on quality assurance and nutrition.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, CFIA, and feed industry regulations.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret lab and production data.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and quality management systems (QMS).
• NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as deemed necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Additional Information

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: $17.20–$61.48 per hour