Livestock Nutrition & Quality Leader

Niewohnerbros

Albion Township (MI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Niewohnerbros is seeking a Corporate Feed Nutrition & Quality Manager to lead nutrition programs across Feedlot, Swine, Cow/Calf, and Feed Mill operations. You will drive feed quality, improve animal performance, and reduce costs while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with Operations, Veterinary Services, Procurement, and department managers to maximize profitability through superior nutrition management and continuous improvement across all locations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, Agricultural Sciences, Feed Science, or related field.
Master's degree in Animal Nutrition preferred.
3-5 years progressive livestock nutrition/feed quality experience.
Multi-site leadership experience preferred.
Experience with feedlot, swine, feed mill, and cow/calf nutrition.
Financial management and strategic planning experience preferred.
Proven leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

Lead safety compliance across all locations and ensure OSHA, FDA, EPA standards.
Develop and oversee company-wide feed quality assurance programs.
Formulate nutritionally balanced rations to maximize performance.
Review lab analyses and approve ingredient substitutions.
Audit feed manufacturing accuracy, batching, and mixer performance.
Monitor sampling programs, quality control and SOP standardization.
Collaborate with veterinarians and nutritionists to optimize herd health.
Drive productivity: improve feed efficiency and monitor KPIs.
Lead cross-location training and coaching of staff.
Present nutrition strategies and results to Executive Leadership.