Formulator

Trouw Nutrition Belfast
Formulator

Job Description:

Reporting to the Formulations Manager, the formulator is responsible for producing and ensuring accuracy of multi-species (monogastric, ruminant and companion) mineral, premix and complementary feed formulations and their labelling. Working within a set time frame, and high accuracy and attention to detail are key requirements of the role.

Working as part of the Atlantic formulations team, organisation and a methodical approach to the management of work in progress is vital in completing the varied requests that come in each week. The role will also involve regular interaction and collaborative working with the company’s team of animal nutritionists, other internal departments, and our customers. Excellent communication and organisational skills, a team-spirited approach and ability to multi-task are all key pre-requisites for the job.

The post offers future opportunities to develop into the different sectors of the formulations process and within the wider business. The department is undergoing a transformation and project work is available to the right candidate.

This role will encompass all aspects of formulation including legislation and labelling. The responsibilities include interpretation of raw material specifications to ensure accuracy and efficiency of products, management of live products and involvement in new product development to meet our customer needs.

A degree in agriculture/animal science/animal nutrition or similar would be desirable or experience of working in a similar role within a deadline driven environment. In addition, having a livestock background would be considered an advantage at interview. You must be able to demonstrate strong administrative, numerical and analytical skills together with well-developed computer skills, particularly MS Excel. Monthly travel to work with the team in Ashbourne, England will be expected.

We offer an attractive salary and benefits package reflective of the responsibilities of the role.

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.