Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Animal Nutrition, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, or related field.
- Master's Degree in Animal Nutrition is preferred.
Job Summary
The Feed Nutritionist is responsible for formulating balanced and cost-effective animal feed, ensuring nutritional requirements are met for optimum animal health, growth, productivity, and feed efficiency. The role involves feed formulation, ingredient evaluation, quality monitoring, and technical support to production and farm operations.
Key ResponsibilitiesFeed Formulation & Nutrition
- Develop and optimize feed formulations for livestock, poultry, dairy cattle, and other farm animals.
- Ensure feed formulations meet nutritional standards and production objectives.
- Balance feed costs while maintaining nutritional quality and performance.
- Evaluate alternative feed ingredients to improve cost efficiency.
Quality Control
- Monitor the quality of raw materials and finished feed products.
- Review laboratory analysis reports and recommend formulation adjustments.
- Ensure compliance with feed safety and quality standards.
- Investigate feed-related quality issues and implement corrective actions.
Technical Support
- Provide nutritional guidance to farm managers and production teams.
- Analyze animal performance data and recommend dietary improvements.
- Support troubleshooting of nutrition-related health and productivity issues.
- Conduct feeding trials and evaluate results.
Research & Development
- Stay updated on advances in animal nutrition and feed technology.
- Identify new ingredients and additives for performance enhancement.
- Participate in product development and feed improvement projects.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain feed formulation records and technical reports.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to feed manufacturing.
- Support audits and inspections related to feed quality and nutrition.
Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person