Job Description

Job Title: Associate Poultry Nutritionist

Department: Nutrition Services

Location: Versova Innovation Center, Ames, Iowa

Reports To: Sr. Director of Nutrition

Job Type: Full Time

Travel: up to 50%

Job Summary

The Associate Nutritionist is responsible for implementing optimal nutrition programs for the Versova pullet and layer flocks at the farm level. This role involves extensive in-person collaboration with our farms to ensure the health, productivity, and welfare of animals with the expectation that 80% of the time is dedicated to these functions. The Associate Nutritionist plays a crucial role in optimizing feed cost per unit of output and supporting the overall performance of the company's operations. Formulating feed rations, conducting research on nutritional needs, and direct support of the Sr. Director of Nutrition and Sr. Feed Formulator will encompass approximately 20% of the role.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide technical support and training to farm managers and staff on nutrition-related topics through a combination of remote and on-site support.
• Summarizes complete feed and ingredient analytical data from internal and 3rd party labs, prepares and interprets needed reports.
• Manages data flow into and out of multiple software systems used by the feed, accounting, and laboratory departments.
• Least-cost optimizes feed formulas using established specifications and processes. Ensures ingredient supply chain and feed mills have the needed formulas in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in livestock or poultry industry nutrition/managment
• Proficiency in data analysis and related software
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn new software programs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachleor/Graduate degree
• Experience in the livestock or poultry industries or data analytics
• Knowledge of feed mill operations and quality control processes

Work Environment

This position is based in an office environment (home based could be an option) but requires regular visits to farms, feed mills, and research facilities. Some travel (up to 50%) may be necessary. The Associate Nutritionist must be comfortable working in various agricultural settings and adapting to changing industry demands. The role involves collaboration with multiple departments and may require occasional work outside normal business hours to address urgent nutritional or operational needs.

About Us:

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.

As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.

Benefits:

• Regular performance reviews
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA with company match
• Paid time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Disclosure

This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

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