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ANIMAL NUTRITIONIST

Are you passionate about animal health and nutrition? Do you thrive on research, innovation, and working closely with farmers to improve livestock productivity? If so, this might be the perfect opportunity for you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an Animal Nutritionist, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing nutritional programs to enhance the health, growth, and productivity of livestock. This position requires a blend of scientific research, formulation expertise, and collaboration with farmers and industry stakeholders to optimize animal diets and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Analyzing Nutritional Needs – Assess the dietary requirements of different livestock species at various growth stages.
• Sustainable Practices – Promote and implement sustainable, non-GMO feeding solutions (where possible).
• Training & Education – Conduct workshops and provide nutritional guidance to farmers, staff and distribution partners.
• Collaboration – Work closely with R&D, sales, and purchasing teams to develop new nutritional solutions.
• Customer Support – Develop customized feed rations and offer expert nutritional consultation.
• Industry Compliance & Feed Mill Support – Ensure adherence to organic standards, HACCP goals, and CFIA regulations.
• Market Analysis – Stay updated on industry trends and evaluate how company products align with market demands.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Master’s degree or PhD in ruminant nutrition (preferred).
• Proven experience in animal nutrition, feed formulation, and livestock health.
• Strong proficiency in feed formulation software and nutritional analysis tools.
• Ability to work on-site and travel to customer locations.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

WHAT SETS YOU APART

• Passion for livestock health and nutrition.
• Ability to interpret nutritional research and data effectively.
• A knack for strategic problem-solving and collaborative teamwork.
• Ability to adapt to competing and varying priorities.
• Experience with developing innovative nutritional solutions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Interaction with vendors, farmers, and customers.
• Work in both office and field settings.
• Extended periods of sitting and screen time.
• Travel required (Head Office in Wellesley, ON & off-site at farms, trade shows, and customer meetings).
• Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident due to international travel requirements.

WHY JOIN US?

• Competitive Salary (TBD based on experience).
• Health Care Spending Account Benefits (If applicable).
• Free Parking.
• Casual, Respectful Workplace.
• Flexible Work Schedule (Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, with flexibility).
• Opportunity for some remote work or on-site.
• "We’re a bunch of folks who roll up our sleeves, pitch in to work together to meet deadlines and we love to have potlucks and relax for a little bit. If that sounds good, let's chat!"

ABOUT BIO-AG

Bio-Ag is a family-owned agricultural manufacturing and distribution company based in Wellesley, Ontario. We are committed to helping farmers enhance livestock health, crop yields, and soil quality through sustainable and innovative agricultural solutions. As farmers ourselves, we understand the industry’s challenges and work tirelessly to provide solutions that improve productivity and sustainability.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At Bio-Ag, we believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including visible minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to fair hiring practices and equal employment opportunities.

READY TO JOIN US?

• Fill out the application: Application Form
• In addition to being a detailed person, you must follow systems and processes. To prove that you are detail-oriented and can follow procedures, when you apply for this position, you must use the secret subject line in your email: "Dedicated to Excellence in Animal Nutrition". This helps us differentiate between those who are genuinely interested and those who send mass applications.
• Create a cover letter or video answering the following questions:                                a. Tell us how you will fit in THIS job specifically. We know what’s a fit for us and want to know if this is a fit for YOU. We will NOT be calling you to clarify whether you’re a fit. SELL US on why we would be lucky to have you on the team.                  b. Tell us your precise compensation requirements.
• (Note: Be strategic here. If you pick a number in the range we have in mind, and everything else in your application looks good, we will interview you. If you shoot too high and pick a number outside of our range (when you would have been happy with a lower number), we won’t get the chance to talk, even if the rest of your application is perfect. And if you don’t provide a number at all, we will completely dismiss your application. We do not provide the range in advance. We want to hear what the lowest number is that would make the job a heck yes for you if all other conditions were met.)
• After you submit your application, THEN email your video or cover letter to [email protected] with the secret subject line.

Application Deadline: 11:59 PM ET, Monday,February 24rd, 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

Location: 1400 Greenwood Hill Road, Wellesley, ON, N0B 2T0

Start Date: TBD

Interviews will be conducted via Teams or In-Person. We look forward to meeting you!