Swine Nutritionist - Cambridge, Canada - GVF Group of Companies

GVF Group of Companies

Verified Company

Cambridge, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Who we are:

Founded in 1960, Grand Valley Fortifiers specializes in the formulation, manufacture and sale of high quality, leading-edge mineral premixes for swine, dairy, beef and poultry producers.

We create opportunities for livestock & poultry farms to be more profitable by providing innovative products, programs and services which lower feeding and livestock producers costs, maximize animal performance, and increase nutritional and commercial value of our customers products; meat, milk and eggs.

What you'll do:

Formulate new rations and update current rations specific to the producers needs
Assess feed and ingredient samples and performance data to adjust rations accordingly
Maintain ration balancing program and keep accurate records
Travel to visit Grand Valley Fortifiers customers and prospects to build relationships, trouble shoot and resolve feed and nutrition related problems
Provide regular consultation and advice to internal and external customers regarding products, ingredients, and nutrition
Assist in the formulation of new products and aid in field trial experiments
Assist in product and nutrition training for new team members and ongoing training for team members
Help administrate and monitor the quality assurance and quality control programs and comply with CFIA regulations
Attend and participate in industry specific promotional and educational events
Be an integral part of the team which includes working collaboratively with our national team of Monogastric Nutritionists and other GVF group team members

Your background includes:

A true passion for agriculture
5+ years of industry experience in a technical Swine Nutritionist role
M.Sc. focused on Swine Nutrition, Animal Science, Animal Nutrition or related field of study
Thorough understanding of swine management, livestock health and nutrition, herd health, and marketplace knowledge
Proven experience formulating both premix and complete feed rations, and confidence using feed formulation software programs (e.g. Brill, Concept 5).
Highly developed interpersonal, communication and problemsolving skills
Ability to travel in Ontario up to 60% of the time

Working with us:

This is a permanent, full-time position that will be based out of our head office at 151 Savage Drive in Cambridge, Ontario.

You will be in the office approximately 40% of the time and will travel throughout Ontario 60% of the time with sales and nutrition to visit customers.

Typical work hours for this position are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. There may be times where you will be required to work outside of these standard hours. In addition to a competitive wage and vacation, you'll also be eligible for generous benefits and RSP matching.

Ours is a family business that cares about its employees and its community.

We make sure that all our staff get what the best in class team members deserve:
benefits, good wages, and respect.

Whether through our charitable work, or our dedication to staff, GVF is committed to living out our principles and values.

What GVF has to offer:

Dynamic and fun team environment
Competitive salary
Profit sharing bonus
RRSP Matching Program
Competitive paid vacation time
Extended health and dental benefits
Gym onsite

How we behave:

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Passion. Serving customers innovatively and well.
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Humble Confidence. Confidently choosing to forgo our status, deploy our resources and use of influence for the good of others before ourselves.
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Integrity. Consistently honest while honouring commitments with our customers, co-workers, and suppliers.
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Professional. Committed to excellence in the way we lead, serve, and relate.
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Caring. With a servant heart, truly caring for customers and co-workers. Find satisfaction in assisting with others' challenges and joy in witnessing their success.

About the GVF Group of Companies:

Founded in 1960, the GVF Group of Companies continues to expand its products, services and geographic reach through Grand Valley Fortifiers, Fortified Nutrition, Direct Source Commodities, Farmers Depot, True Foods & Kindred Farmers and Valley Feeds.

The GVF Group continues to produce high-quality, cutting-edge macro premixes and services across Canada, the U.S and Internationally.

Headquartered in Cambridge Ontario, we are a proud Canadian and family owned and operated company with an amazing team across the country.

With over 170 employees in our offices, manufacturing plants, and on hundreds of family farms daily, meeting with customers or delivering product, everyone is a key and integral part of our team.