Formulation Scientist; Nutrition

Overview

Our client is an innovative company in the pet care products industry that strives to create products to keep all pets happy and healthy. They are looking to add a Formulation Scientist (Nutrition) to their team. Their team is passionate about being a trusted source for all consumers and stakeholders.

Salary/Hourly Rate
$70k - $86k

• R&D & Quality:
  • Maintain quality standards throughout product development.
  • Conduct R&D tasks including complex projects, sample prep, and testing.
  • Perform sensory and nutritional evaluations with external labs.
  • Lead stability testing to establish product shelf life.
  • Document ingredient and formulation data using software.
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Regulatory, and Manufacturing teams.
  • Work with suppliers to gather safety and efficacy data on ingredients.
  • Plan trial production runs and improve production workflows.
  • Define product specifications and ensure compliance during manufacturing.
  • Drive cost-saving initiatives through expense analysis.
• Specialized Expertise & Compliance:
  • Understand ingredient properties and their effects on product quality.
  • Design formulations and prepare prototypes aligned with product concepts.
  • Improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and safety.
  • Apply knowledge of relevant pet food regulations in R&D projects.
  • Stay current with nutritional and manufacturing technologies.
  • Share industry insights with the team through ongoing learning.
• Marketing & Commercial Linkage:
  • Analyze consumer test results to guide product improvements.
  • Benchmark competitor products and identify market opportunities.
  • Monitor market trends to inform development strategies.
• Leadership & Mentorship:
  • Assist in training new team members on lab techniques and protocols.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Project Management &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  
  • Support product concept development and line extensions.
  • Manage projects with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines.
  • Oversee consumer testing and raw material inventory management.

• 4+ years of combined experience in scientific research, product development, and formulation.
• Experience with formulation software and product testing.
• Knowledge of industry regulations (AAFCO/FEDIAF).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Understanding of ingredient functionality and product characteristics.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

• Previous formulation/product development experience in the pet food/nutrition industry.
• Experience with extrusion and retort manufacturing.
• Positive attitude toward AI tools to improve productivity.
• Familiarity with extrusion and retort processes is a plus.

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Animal Science, or other relevant fields is required for the Formulation Scientist (Nutrition).
• Master's degree is a plus.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• PTO.
• 401(K) and more!

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