At Milk Specialties Global , our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program.
The Senior Formulations Manager has the responsibility to manage the Formulations Team, product formulations, pricing process, and provide technical support for formulation and product activities within the Animal Nutrition Division.
Essential Functions: Manages Formulations Team and processes to ensure that formulations meet specifications for both internal and external customers. Ensures that all product formulations comply with the corresponding product label within the Product Information database and adhere to FDA, federal, and state regulations for animal feeds. Works with Quality Assurance on nutritional analysis of raw materials and finished products to ensure they meet industry standards and quality benchmarks. Works with team to maintain and update raw materials and final product specifications, including pricing. Works closely with manufacturing plants to solve challenges in production, including downgraded and rework material. Works with Supply & Procurement to evaluate potential raw materials for least -costing opportunities to achieve lowest possible costs within finished product quality specifications and parameters. Manages monthly pricing process for MSG Animal Nutrition. Provides technical support on formulation development, ingredients, and other products to both internal and external customers. Stay current with industry trends and research in formulations and explore new technologies and ingredients to improve quality and production efficiency. Software platforms used within the Formulations Team include Brill, Lotus Notes, Optiva, TraceGains, LIMS, and System 21. Trains applicable personnel within the Animal Nutrition Division. Performs special projects and other responsibilities as needed. Position Requirements: Bachelor's degree in animal or dairy science. Master's degree in animal nutrition or dairy science preferred. 8+ years' proven experience in formulation or related agricultural/feed business, ideally in a managerial role. Detailed oriented with emphasis on accuracy and completeness. Excellent interpersonal, written. and oral communication skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities concurrently. Understand relative value of raw materials, as well as nutritional aspects of formulation. A team player who wants to contribute to a thriving culture. Direct contact with Formulations, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Sales and Marketing as well as external contact with vendors and customers. Support and assist others in Formulations as needed. OPEN
