Entry-Level Pet Food Nutritionist: Formulation & Analysis

gpac; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Gpac is partnered with a client in Mishawaka, IN seeking a Nutritionist to support nutritional analysis, formulation development, and quality initiatives within their pet food manufacturing operations. This role offers the opportunity to influence product development from concept to launch.

You will work cross-functionally with quality, production, and procurement teams to ensure pet food formulations meet nutritional standards, regulatory requirements, and product performance goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Nutrition, Animal Science, Food Science, or related field.
• Master's degree in similar.
• 3-5 years of experience in a nutritionist or formulation role.
• Foundational understanding of animal nutrition and feed formulation principles.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain detailed documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with nutritional analysis and evaluation of feed ingredients and pet food formulations.
• Support development of new pet food products and balanced formulations.
• Conduct research on ingredient innovations and nutritional trends within the pet food industry.
• Monitor product quality to ensure compliance with nutritional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare technical nutritional documentation and support internal reporting needs.
• Provide nutritional information and technical support to internal teams when needed.
• Maintain accurate records of formulation data and research findings.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to support product performance and improvement initiatives.
• Participate in field visits, trials, and product evaluations as required.

Skills

Nutrition experience

Data analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Nutrition/Animal Science/Food Science

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Gpac is partnered with a client in Mishawaka, IN seeking a Nutritionist to support nutritional analysis, formulation development, and quality initiatives within their pet food manufacturing operations. This role offers the opportunity to influence product development from concept to launch.

You will work cross-functionally with quality, production, and procurement teams to ensure pet food formulations meet nutritional standards, regulatory requirements, and product performance goals.