Nutritionist

Nutritionist PositionWe are seeking a motivated Nutritionist to join the team in Mishawaka, IN. This role will support the development, evaluation, and implementation of nutrition programs and pet food formulations while working closely with quality, production, and procurement teams. The Nutritionist will assist in analyzing feed ingredients, supporting product development, conducting industry research, and ensuring pet food products meet nutritional standards and regulatory requirements.This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional interested in building a career within the pet food or feed industry. The role will provide exposure to formulation development, ingredient evaluation, quality monitoring, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support the production of high-quality pet nutrition products.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and/or Master's degree in Animal Nutrition, Animal Science, Food Science, or a related fieldFoundational knowledge of animal nutrition principles and feed formulation with 3-5 years of experienceStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to interpret nutritional data and ingredient specificationsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Preferred Skills:3-5 years of experience within the pet food, feed, or animal nutrition industryFamiliarity with pet food formulation software or feed formulation toolsUnderstanding of pet food manufacturing processes and ingredient sourcingKnowledge of regulatory requirements related to animal feed and nutrition (including AAFCO guidelines)Interest in emerging trends, ingredients, and innovations within the pet food industryStrong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate nutritional documentationFor immediate consideration contact Shani at shani.gogpac.com