Job Purpose
To support the formulation, quality control, and optimisation of poultry feed to ensure consistent production of nutritionally balanced and cost-effective feed in line with Amo Byng's standards.
Key Responsibilities
Feed Formulation & Optimisation:
Develop and adjust poultry feed formulations (starter, grower, finisher, layer, breeder).
Apply least-cost formulation principles while maintaining nutritional integrity.
Monitor feed performance and recommend improvements where necessary.
Quality Control & Ingredient Management:
Inspect and evaluate incoming raw materials.
Conduct routine analysis of feed ingredients and finished products.
Ensure feed meets specified nutritional and safety standards.
Identify and report substandard materials.
Production Support:
Work closely with the production team to ensure accurate batching and mixing.
Monitor adherence to formulation specifications during production runs.
Investigate feed-related performance issues and propose corrective measures.
Documentation & Compliance:
Maintain accurate formulation records and ingredient specifications.
Prepare periodic nutrition and production reports.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
Continuous Improvement:
Monitor feed conversion ratios and bird performance trends.
Support trials and innovation initiatives aimed at improving feed efficiency.
Stay updated on emerging developments in poultry nutrition.
Qualifications
B.Sc. in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, or related discipline.
0 - 3 years of experience in poultry feed production or livestock nutrition.
Sound knowledge of poultry nutritional requirements.
Basic understanding of feed formulation software.
Strong analytical and numerical skills.