Pet Food Formulation Specialist – Tuffy’s Pet Treats Delano, MN
Our Story
KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products.
At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.”
Some companies have to “fudge the story” a little. Some need the extra “spin” to shine a positive light on themselves. That’s not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that’s not what we do. We tell the story of our brand – our people, the quality of our products, our spirit & moxie, our tradition, and the way we treat our community & beyond. We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we’re a pretty amazing company.
The Opportunity
Imagine having a chance to develop new products and maintain our popular line of NutriSource Pet Foods and Tuffy's Pet Treats for everyone's favorite 4-legged friends. Imagine sharing in the profits of a historic family owned business that paid out over $5 million to its employees in 2022. Imagine living in the Lakes Area of Minnesota, with world-class shopping, boating, and fishing at dozens of local lakes. It will all be yours when you choose to join our team!
What We Are Looking For
We’re now hiring a Formulation Specialist to support our Delano MN Pet Food Treats and Canning Facility to develop formulas with the concepts 5 program, using complied criteria from formulas/bags/ingredient statements, while meeting the AAFCO requirements and the needs of the customer. A candidate that has 2+ years of experience in the Pet Nutrition and/or Food Science Industry. You will create, maintain and distribute the excel and other related documents. Develop, validate and continuously improve formulas, if this is the position for you, you may have just stumbled upon the perfect role!
Essential Duties
Develop and maintain formulas in Concept 5 based on compiled criteria
Maintains Concept 5 current ingredient costs (monthly), nutrient profile (quarterly and/or semi-annually) and specs based on new ingredients or external quality analysis.
Creates and maintains various spreadsheets/databases (i.e. Ingredient Requirements based on product yield and tons, formula costs, etc.,).
Works with outside consultants and customers on new and existing formula development.
Assists in various departments as needed.
Perform any other job duties as needed by supervisor.
Meet regularly with Quality, Procurement, Production and Sales Departments to check on progress, scope of projects, and/or concerns.
Assist the R&D Manager as needed
Assist in various other departments and other duties as needed.
Qualifications
Previous pet food formulation experience preferred
2+ Years of experience in the Pet Nutrition and/or Food Science Industry
4 year degree in Food Science or Grain Science Industry
Basic Mathematical Skills and an aptitude for solving complex logic puzzles
Computer competence with modern office-based software and database management systems
Able to perform multiple tasks
Accuracy with data entry
Self-motivated problem solving
Good organizational skills
Responsive and effective communication in both verbal and written form
Team oriented with good interpersonal skills
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Manufacturing
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