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Looking to join a six-time US Best Managed Company? KENT Nutrition Group (KNG), a member of the KENT Worldwide family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Machine Operator at the Sheldon, IA plant! The Machine Operator will perform routine tasks related to the feed production including quality control, ingredient and feed processing, manufacturing and load out, ingredient receiving and storage, equipment maintenance and housekeeping. The Machine Operator must possess a strong work ethic, customer focused, hardworking and desire to work as a team member. This hourly position has the opportunity for growth and comes with a complete benefit package! This position is designed and intended to be performed in Sheldon, IA. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Daily operation of equipment to process and manufacture feed products Operate the bagger, sewing machine, forklift and all feed manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently Follow warehouse and loading protocols Ensure KNG's quality assurance is met regarding ingredient receiving, load-out, and bagging Record and document all feed manufactured during shift Mix and prepare livestock feeds efficiently assuring accuracy and high quality Assist management with production scheduling, inventory planning & control for both ingredients and finished products Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed Load and unload trucks in a safe and efficient manner Provide excellent customer service Observe and enforce all company policies & procedures Perform general work around the facility and other duties as assigned Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED 1 plus years of manufacturing experience Farming background is a plus Mechanical aptitude preferred Must demonstrate strong verbal communication skills in English OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Basic computer knowledge Good communication, verbal, written and math skills Able to effectively communication with customers, co-workers and customers Ability to work as a team member Thorough understanding of cGMP's Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, HACCP Feed & Safety Plan, and FSMA Ability to lift a minimum of 55lbs from floor to working height as job requires Ability to operate a forklift Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures Must pass pre-employment drug screen

At KENT WORLDWIDE™, we don't just manufacture feed ,we cultivate leadership, innovation, and excellence. As a trusted name in agriculture and animal nutrition, we're seeking a dynamic Plant Manager to oversee operations at one of our premier facilities. This role is central to our mission of delivering high-quality products while fostering a culture of safety, integrity, and continuous improvement. If you're a strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact within a company that values tradition, innovation, and people This position is designed and intended to be performed in Altoona, IA SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assistant Plant Manager, Office Manager, Quality Supervisor, Maintenance Lead PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and train personnel at all positions. Training to include job operation, efficient work strategies, safety and product quality procedures Lead and manage department leads, assistant plant manager, office manager and other personnel Prepare fiscal year plant goals and objectives providing quarterly updates to the regional operations manager Develop and operate within an approved budget; areas of concentration to include staffing, supplies, maintenance, utilities and capital projects Develop scheduled (preventative) maintenance programs for equipment and facilities Develop and contribute to long term strategic planning for the plant Satisfy all quality and regulatory requirements for all products Implement the corporate safety programs Coordinate with all departments such as marketing, nutrition, and sales to enable new product development and innovation Positively manage customer relations both internal and external Other duties as assigned EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree Minimum of 5-10 years related work experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience in leading and managing operational teams Financial experience with P&L statements, budgets preparation and capital planning Experience with regulatory agencies such as: FDA,OSHA, EPA Additional training such as experience with GMPs, HACCP, SFSF Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word Knowledge of Feed Mill operations preferred TRAVEL EXPECTED: Up to 10% travel for meetings or training may be required.

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow with a US Best Managed Company? At KENT Worldwide we are looking for an experienced E&I Technician to join our team as we transition to our new facility! E&I Technicians respond to all electrical and instrumentation work in the plant. They work closely with the Production group to ensure electrical, instrumentation, and control problems are isolated and repaired in an expedient manner. Technicians respond to electrical and instrumentation breakdown calls, troubleshoot/repair 480VAC power distribution problems, and troubleshoot/repair issues with the different control system platforms. This role will be based in Muscatine, Iowa. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Exemplify and ensure that safe work practices are followed at all times. Plan details of working procedure by determining replacement needs or new material required and develop a logical approach to correct the problem. Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, specifications and instructions covering emergency and scheduled repairs, installation, and electrical inspection work to be performed. Receive wiring diagrams, specifications and instructions from supervisor covering emergency and scheduled repairs, installation, and electrical inspection work to be performed. Obtain necessary documentation and drawings from electronic systems, paper files, and vendor literature to properly troubleshoot, test, and repair equipment. Program, configure, modify, and correctly save changes associated with PROVOX DCS, PLC's, and other proprietary controls. Calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair all types of process instrumentation and control components, including: Flow transmitters (magnetic, vortex, coriolis, and D/P). Level transmitters (pressure, radar, capacitive, ultrasonic). Temperature transmitters. pH transmitters. Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of material and principles of operation of electrical equipment. Energize and de-energize electrical distribution systems including but not limited to 120V single phase, 480V 3 phase, 4160V 3 phase, and 13.8kV 3 phase. Service electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and similar electronic devices. Install, repair, and maintain communication cables, power distribution equipment, MCC rooms, and related branch circuits. Size, lay out, install, and repair threaded conduit and wiring systems. Advise and caution operators and mechanics about potential electrical problems and inherent dangers involved. Use oscilloscopes, meggars, voltage/OHM meters, amprobes, chart recorders, and other diagnostic tools on energized equipment provided by the company to maintain safe plant operating conditions. Perform other electrical/maintenance duties as assigned. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: 2-year degree in Computer Integrated Manufacturing or Electrical Engineering Technology (or an equivalent) 3+ years of relevant job experience in an industrial environment Experience troubleshooting and programming PLC's (i.e. Allen Bradley) Knowledge of Process Control Instrumentation Calibration and Variable Frequency Drive Troubleshooting Electrical maintenance knowledge of 120 volt single phase, 480 VAC 3 phase power, and 4160 volt 3 phase systems; SHIFT SCHEDULE: A Shift: Rotating 12-hour shifts - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., switching to 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. after 2 weeks. B Shift: Night shift - 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 3 days off, etc. C Shift: Rotating 12-hour shifts - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., switching to 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. after 2 weeks. D Shift: Day shift - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 3 days off, etc.

Join KENT WORLDWIDE™ as a Regulatory Specialist! Are you passionate about quality assurance and regulatory compliance in the animal nutrition industry? KENT WORLDWIDE™ is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Regulatory Specialist to support our KENT Nutrition Group's Quality Assurance program. This role is vital to ensuring our products meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction. As the Regulatory Specialist, you will report directly to the Director of Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs and play a key role in managing regulatory processes, maintaining compliance documentation, and supporting internal audits and training initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values integrity, innovation, and excellence. This position is based in Muscatine, IA. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary individual responsible for receipt, investigation and response, as necessary, to State Stop Sale Notices. Maintain customer complaints process/workflow and database Manage Category 2 assay compliance. Oversee third party Pest Control Operator contracts, performance and coordinate training related to pests. Complete and submit tonnage tax forms to appropriate regulatory bodies. Primary individual responsible for operator training program and employee development program. Assist with SOP creation and revision, coordinated with QA Managers Assist with the internal auditing program by conducting audits at KNG facilities. Assist with tasks related to market retrievals/recalls, feed safety and customer complaints. Ensure compliance with corporate standards and procedures. Report potential feed and food safety issues to corporate management. Participate in Corporate QA Meetings. All other duties as assigned by Director of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs . EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Science degree. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in analytical services preferred. Successful communication with peers, either in writing or verbally. Working knowledge of animal feed manufacturing. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft tools, specifically Word and Excel, including PivotTables. Thorough understanding of cGMP's related to animal feed manufacturing. Knowledge of HACCP (or HARPC) principles related to animal feed manufacturing. Understanding of the KNG Feed and Food Safety Plan preferred. Excellent relationship/team building characteristics. TRAVEL EXPECTED: 0 - 20%

KENT Worldwide™ is seeking a dynamic Senior Scientist of Innovation, Research & Development to lead cutting-edge product innovation in the pet category, while also collaborating across our human food and beverage lines. This leadership role will drive R&D initiatives, develop and test new ingredients, and mentor a talented team-all with a focus on delivering high-quality, safe, and effective products. This role will be based in Muscatine, Iowa. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrate innovative design, development, and execution of research projects through literature review and scientific teamwork. Stay up to date through continued learning on industry developments and trends related to ingredients and ingredient functionality and identify new ingredients that can expand the litter and pet treat/supplement product lines. Design, oversee, and conduct experiments to develop and test new cat litter and pet food ingredients, analyze data to evaluate the performance and safety of different ingredients and the opportunity for using within pet litter products or expanding the litter portfolio. Leads the execution of design, optimization, verification, troubleshooting and validation of current and new techniques and provides input into the design, implementation and interpretation of experimental studies with respect to the pet product platforms. Provide technical leadership on projects from concept development through successful commercialization, interacting with production, quality, regulatory, sales, marketing, and technical services. Foster a culture of innovation by continually introducing ideas and product concepts for new products, quality improvements, and productivity. Familiarize and evaluate competitive products in the marketplace to determine market opportunities for new products and application recommendations for current products. Investigate product and process challenges, provide creative solutions using sound scientific techniques and data-based decision making to solve challenges in development and commercialization and ongoing product production. Collaborate internally with other departments, such as manufacturing, procurement and quality control, to ensure that the ingredients meet product specifications. Collaborate externally with suppliers and laboratories to extend our research capabilities. Troubleshoot with quality and operations on issues of customer complaints, product quality, ingredient quality or anything related to consumer feedback. Deliver timely and accurate analytical results and technical reports to support research projects, resolve customer complaints, benchmark competitive products, develop new products, improve existing products, and support various business teams. Analyze and interpret data using proven statistical methods to provide conclusions and recommendations for product development, problem-solving, and continuous product improvement. Maintain accurate records of experiments and results. Display team focus and collaboration in both innovating new products and ensuring current products are performing optimally. Perform other duties or special projects as needed. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors of Science degree with 10+ years of experience, a Master of Science degree is a plus Experience working with ingredients and consumer products is preferred Attention to detail and effective time management and project management skills are vital to meet deadlines Ability to manage and engage direct reports, along with leading a culture of collaboration 10+ years of experience in a research and development role, preferably in the consumer goods industries Experience leading and managing team members in R&D and innovation discipline Experience in developing new products and ideas that led to commercialization Experience communicating innovation and research to other groups in a manner that is understandable and leads to insights Experimental design and statistical analysis competency Demonstrated ability to use scientific instruments for measuring ingredient properties Knowledge of quality control and formulation in the pet or food products industry is a plus TRAVEL EXPECTED: Some travel may be required - estimated 25% of the time or less Some international travel to customers or company divisions Travel for team meetings, other Kent campuses, technical meetings, conferences and training courses OTHER: While this role is primarily in the office environment, there will be time spent in the plant laboratory and plant facility working with the R&D Scientist.

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist (EHS Specialist) to join our Safety Department at KENT Worldwide™. This role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential health and safety hazards in the workplace. Working collaboratively with other safety professionals, the EHS Specialist will conduct thorough investigations, assessments, and evaluations of hazardous conditions, and develop strategies to minimize or eliminate risks. This individual will serve as a subject matter expert in chemical, physical, ergonomic, and related occupational hazards. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will also be responsible for the following at various different KENT locations: Evaluate work environments, materials, processes, and projects to identify potential hazards. Lead the process of conducting risk assessments and generate detailed reports with recommendations addressing ergonomic, chemical, noise, environmental (heat, cold, etc.), laser, and ionizing radiation hazards. Perform inspections, monitor employee exposures, and assess hazardous conditions. Lead training and guidance to management, operators, contractors, and teams on safety protocols and best practices. Drive continuous improvement in safety outcomes and reduce organizational risk. Collaborate in the investigation of accidents, incidents, and near-miss events, support implementation of corrective actions. Develop and implement site-specific health and safety programs to proactively address current and emerging exposure concerns. Ensure adherence to OSHA, NIOSH, ANSI, and ACGIH standards. Maintain documentation and prepare for audits or inspections. Respirator program Medical Evaluations Fit Testing Recordkeeping Voluntary Use Oversight Hearing Conservation Program Noise Monitoring Audiometric Testing Training & Education Ergonomics Program Program Development & Oversight Risk Identification Worker Involvement Hazard Communication Program / SDS Program SDS Management Chemical Hazard Identification Regulatory Compliance Environmental Compliance Program Spill Protection Chemical Inventory Universal Waste Used Oil Solids and Hazardous Waste Coordination (RCRA) EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred. Degrees in biological sciences will also be considered. Professional certification (e.g., CIH, CSP) from an accredited organization such as the American Board of Industrial Hygiene or the Board of Certified Safety Professionals is preferred. Minimum of five or more years of relevant technical industrial hygiene experience. Proficiency in sampling methods and data analysis, including noise dosimetry, air sampling (active/passive), direct-reading instruments, and indoor air quality assessments. Ability to specify and operate sampling equipment such as noise dosimeters, sound level meters, and air monitoring pumps. Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable federal and state regulations; multi-state regulatory experience is a plus. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences. Experience in delivering training and educational sessions across all organizational levels. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate effectively in a team environment. Willingness to spend significant time on the production floor engaging with operators and supervisors. TRAVEL EXPECTED: This position requires flexibility to travel to various company locations (Muscatine, Bolingbrook, IL, Columbus, MS, New Sharon, IA, and Superior, WI. This would be approximately 25% of the time.

Are you ready to join a Best-in-Class Legal Team? KENT Worldwide™, a privately held, diversified enterprise with a proud legacy in food and beverage manufacturing. Headquartered in Muscatine, Iowa, we're a six-time U.S. Best Managed Company-recognized for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. This role is part of Kent Shared Services, our centralized team supporting strategic and operational functions across the enterprise. We're seeking a talented Corporate Counsel to support our expanding domestic and international operations. In this high-impact role, you'll advise on a wide range of legal matters-including compliance, contracts, litigation, real estate, tax, and commercial transactions-while working closely with senior leadership and outside counsel. If you bring 3 or more years of legal experience and are ready to make a strategic impact, we'd love to connect! This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, IA. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Legal Department Collaboration Provide legal support across the department, working closely with the Vice President - General Counsel, Assistant General Counsel, and Senior Corporate Counsel on enterprise-wide legal matters and strategic initiatives. Business Partnership & Legal Advisory Act as a trusted legal advisor to internal stakeholders across KENT Worldwide's operating companies, offering practical, business-focused counsel on a wide range of legal and regulatory issues. Contract & Transactional Support Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including vendor and customer contracts, RFPs, and other legal documents. Contribute to M&A activities through due diligence, transaction execution, and integration support. Litigation & Risk Management Manage enterprise litigation matters, including discovery, pleadings, legal research, and coordination with outside counsel. Proactively identify legal risks and recommend mitigation strategies. Compliance & Employment Guidance Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, advise on employment-related matters, and collaborate with internal teams to support governance and operational practices across the organization. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school. Active license to practice law and in good standing with the Iowa Bar. Minimum of 3 years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, with a strong focus on corporate, commercial, and transactional matters. Demonstrated experience in real estate, tax, and complex contract negotiation and drafting. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong legal research and analytical capabilities. Industry experience in agriculture, food, or manufacturing is a plus but not required. TRAVEL: 0-20%

Are you ready to join a FIVE-time US Best Managed Company Award-Winner?! Grain Processing Corporation (GPC), a member of the KENT Corporation family of companies, has a great opportunity to join their prosperous team as a Sales Executive in Muscatine, Iowa. As a leading producer of pure alcohol, maltodextrins, starches, and co-products for the animal nutrition industry, this pivotal role will be responsible for the marketing, sales, and technical support of GPC products assigned to the Industrial Products Sales group that primarily supports the paper and corrugating industries. This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, Iowa PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Market and sell Industrial Starch products, primarily in the paper and corrugating industries Develop, manage, and maintain business-critical Industrial Starch customer relationships Report on customer and competitor activities, new applications, industry developments, and market trends Utilize and maintain the Company's CRM to track and document leads, opportunities, and customer interactions Assist customers with technical formulas and problem solving for corrugating, paper, and other binding and coating applications Provide high-level service to customers by working cross-functionally with internal departments, to include Procurement, Operations, Research & Development, and other partners Drive efforts to locate, develop and close new business opportunities within the industrial starch industry Identify key accounts, both current and potential, and develop strategy to maintain and build business at these accounts Maintain memberships for trade associations and participate in their activities Develop and maintain a high degree of product and market knowledge Other duties as assigned EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science degree in a relative field of study. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Minimum two years of technical or specialty sales experience Experience with wet milling, papermaking, corrugating or related starch industry preferred Action-Oriented & Results-Driven: Proactively takes initiative, tackles challenges, and consistently achieves goals. Effective Communicator & Persuasive: Clearly conveys information and ideas, influencing others to gain support. Networker & Relationship Builder: Establishes and maintains strong professional connections to support business objectives. Strategic & Complex Problem Solver: Thinks strategically, navigates complex issues, and anticipates future trends. Self-Developer: Continuously seeks opportunities for learning and personal growth. TRAVEL Travel is varied but required (30%-60%) as needed to successfully conduct the affairs of the position. Can include day trips as well as overnight travel for meeting with current and prospective customers, business meetings, training, seminars, conferences, and tradeshows.

KENT Worldwide™ is seeking a highly skilled and motivated DevOps Engineer to help lead in the design, implementation, and management of cloud infrastructure and automation solutions using Microsoft Azure, Terraform, Azure DevOps, and Git. This role also includes the ability to flex within the Microsoft Power Platform ecosystem, driving innovation and automation through Power Apps and Power Automate. A strong background in cloud infrastructure, DevOps practices, and low-code/no-code platforms is beneficial, along with a demonstrated ability to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions. This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, IA This opportunity is eligible for hybrid work at the discretion of the hiring manager and applicant qualifications also to be performed within Iowa. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Streamline Development & Operations Identify and resolve pain points in the software development lifecycle to improve productivity. Collaborate with development, operations, QA, and security teams to optimize build, release, and deployment processes. Promote DevOps principles and culture across the engineering organization. CI/CD & Automation Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps for both application and infrastructure deployments. Develop and enhance automation solutions for consistent and efficient code deployment. Implement automated testing to reduce manual effort and improve product quality. Cloud Infrastructure & Performance Design and implement scalable Azure infrastructure using Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance, cost, and security. Ensure systems meet business and customer needs for reliability and availability. Monitoring & Troubleshooting Monitor application performance and service quality, including root cause analysis and issue resolution. Collaborate with stakeholders to troubleshoot complex production issues. Power Platform Integration Implement solutions using Power Apps and Power Automate to streamline business processes. Integrate Power Platform with Azure services and enterprise systems. Ensure governance, security, and compliance across Power Platform environments. Provide support and training to business users and stakeholders. Collaboration & Documentation Work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, security, and business analysts to deliver end-to-end solutions. Maintain documentation for infrastructure, processes, and solutions. Prepare and present design and implementation documentation to stakeholders. Continuous Learning Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in cloud and DevOps. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and 5+ years' experience in the IS/IT field Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ104) - Preferred Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ400) - Preferred Proven experience with Azure, Terraform, Azure DevOps, and Git Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps and Power Automate) Strong understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD, and cloud architecture Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Microsoft certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-400, PL-600) Experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks in cloud environments TRAVEL: Requires the ability and willingness to travel as needed to various KENT locations. OTHER: Requires the ability and willingness to work outside normal business hours Monday through Friday.

Are you passionate about driving engineering excellence and innovation? At KENT Consumer Brands Americas, we're looking for a dynamic Engineering Technical Manager to lead our engineering, reliability, automation, and optimization efforts across our manufacturing sites. The Engineering Technical Manager will develop a Reliability program, manage capital needs, and lead the engineering team to drive sustainable operations. This role offers developmental opportunities for Process and Reliability Engineers and involves collaboration with Maintenance leads at each site. Your expertise will help build a culture of collaboration and innovation, influencing the development of a world-class engineering function. This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, IA. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Leads, develops, and evaluates the Engineering team. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, developing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop people is essential. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensures that the facilities' equipment and operations are reliable and fully utilized. Be the voice of manufacturing for innovation, packaging, and product development projects. Lead identification of manufacturing equipment and equipment suppliers in support of growth objectives. Provides technical training to management and other team members. Coordinates work performed by outside contractors, vendors, and engineering consultants. Maintain knowledge of plant-wide process equipment and the proper maintenance requirements of that equipment Ensures an Asset Life Cycle and Standardization program is implemented and maintained. Responsible for the automation systems and engineering across the network. Establish, coordinate, and implement work priorities and specific maintenance plans in cooperation with engineers and maintenance technicians Provide technical assistance to crew member and other employees Maintain accurate and complete records of work performed and manpower time distribution Practice and enforce good safety procedures in all work performed Ensure proper housekeeping and general clean-up practices during and after work completion Organization, prioritization and management of job assignments and personnel Operation of a Computerized Maintenance Management System EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Practice (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical preferred) 10 Years+ previous experience in a manufacturing environment desired, must have experience with automation equipment and packaging systems. Thorough understanding of maintenance, reliability, and operational excellence. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. TRAVEL EXPECTED: Up to 25% travel to other facilities and headquarters as needed.

KENT Nutrition Group is seeking a Brand Manager to oversee its lifestyle-focused animal feed brands. This role involves overseeing product lines sold through various channels, including retail, company-owned stores, ecommerce, and dealers. The Brand Manager will champion assigned products, embody the voice of the customer, and be a well-connected industry expert. Key responsibilities include monitoring market trends, supporting the Sales team, and driving competitive and profitable product development. Strong collaboration, leadership, and interpersonal skills are essential, as the Brand Manager will work cross-functionally across the company. This role will be based in Muscatine, Iowa. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage the complete lifecycle of products and product lines. Identify opportunities to introduce new products, refresh existing ones, or retire products that are no longer viable. Assist in defining product specifications, including performance, quality, and customer perception characteristics. Stay informed as the subject matter expert in your category, which involves understanding key competitors, market trends, pricing strategies, SWOT analysis, and identifying the best ways to achieve success. Work seamlessly with cross-functional partners to lead the innovation and planning process, while capitalizing on internal capabilities, market opportunities, and trends to manage and grow the category and product portfolio, including Sales, Finance, R&D, Operations, Regulatory, Legal, etc. Act as the voice of the customer by collaborating with Sales, Nutrition, Production, Procurement, and customers to create a vision and develop a multi-year product plan. Lead medium and long-term product planning, which includes managing new and existing product life cycles, initiating product development projects, launching line extensions, and phasing out underperforming products by analyzing market trends. Produce forecasts and reports on overall sales trends, promotional periods, and seasonal fluctuations, while maintaining category reports related to profitability and volume. Additionally, track new product launch activities, assess the success of promotional efforts, and analyze trends by dealer and region. Analyze and project overall profitability trends for individual lines as well as the entire category. Work in close partnership with the Marketing Services and Sales teams to strategically plan, coordinate, and execute a range of marketing activities aimed at achieving business objectives. Brand budget allocation and management Assists in brand forecast and annual product plans. Establishes and maintains agency relationships, leads connected brand planning with all partners. All other duties as assigned. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Ag Business, Marketing, or related field. MBA is a significant plus. Minimum 10 years of experience in Product or Brand Management roles, with a focus on brand, innovation, and product life-cycle management, is preferred. Previous experience in the animal feed or agricultural business, particularly equine, poultry, and livestock is strongly preferred. Strong analytical & logical thinking ability Excellent communicator in both written and oral communications Capability to synthesize data into action plans Ability to work cross-functionally and up and down the corporate hierarchy Excellent use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Strong demonstrated acumen in financial understanding and sound business principles. Strong organizational and leadership skills. Able to lead cross-functional teams. Ability to multitask and manage multiple major projects at one time TRAVEL EXPECTED: +/- 15% Travel; Attendance at evening or weekend work events may be required

KENT Worldwide™ is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Accountant to join our finance team. This role plays a vital part in managing the financial operations of our Blue Seal Retail Stores. The Accountant will be responsible for overseeing all monthly ledger activity, ensuring accurate and timely posting of transactions, and managing both monthly and year-end financial close processes. This position works closely with store managers and administrative staff to ensure financial statements are completed accurately and on schedule, supporting both store-level and corporate decision-making. This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, IA. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare and analyze monthly/annual financial statements and reports. Record and manage all inventory transactions to ensure accuracy. Ensure compliance with established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Prepare and post journal entries as needed. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis as needed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues and support business objectives. Maintain accurate and organized fiscal records and documentation to support audits and reporting requirements. Monitor and review daily cash postings for timeliness and accuracy Perform other duties and special projects as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and initiative. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business preferred Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant work experience preferably general ledger related and accounting principles and practices Strong problem-solving skills Strong Microsoft Excel experience necessary High attention to detail and accuracy TRAVEL: Very limited as needed for training, meetings, etc. #KSS

KENT WORLDWIDE is seeking a dedicated Quality Control Supervisor to oversee the integrity of our feed production process. This role is responsible for ensuring the quality of incoming ingredients, outgoing products, and maintaining accurate and compliant records. The Quality Control Supervisor plays a critical role in upholding our commitment to excellence by ensuring all production aligns with the standards set by the Director of Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs, as well as all applicable state and federal regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement in everything we do. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Administrative Responsibilities: Communication: Regularly communicate with the facility management team. Report factors affecting feed quality and safety to plant management and corporate QA Safety and Housekeeping: Enforce safety and housekeeping policies; ensure documentation of housekeeping activities. QC Meetings: Conduct monthly QC committee meetings; document and file meeting notes. Training: Review and assist with training on SOPs related to feed quality and safety; train new plant personnel. Audits: Assist with internal and third-party audits. Facility Monitoring Responsibilities: SOP Verification: Ensure SOPs for ingredient and bulk feed transporter verification are followed accurately. Conduct mock recalls. Housekeeping SOPs: Verify proper cleanout of equipment, coverage of premixes, and cleanup of spillage. Documentation: Maintain production records as per SOP guidelines, ensuring forms are complete and accurate Ingredient Receiving and Product Release Testing: Test incoming ingredients for mycotoxins; train personnel on testing procedures. Inspection: Inspect incoming ingredients and fill out reports; collect and prepare samples for testing. Release Programs: Manage positive release programs and investigate failed lots. Compliance Record Review: Daily review of production records for discrepancies. Medication Inventory: Supervise medication inventory and ensure compliance with SOPs. Investigations: Investigate non-compliant feed and customer complaints; document findings. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements. Computer skills, including the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Sharepoint. High level of communication and interpersonal skills. Thorough understanding of Animal Feed current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's). Knowledge of animal Food Safety Plans, Preventative Controls and Hazard Analysis. Knowledge of Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Ability to lift a minimum of 55lbs from floor to working height as job requires. Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures. Must pass pre-employment drug screen. TRAVEL EXPECTED: Minimal, training and department meetings.

Are you ready to join a five-time US Best Managed Company award-winner?! KENT WORLDWIDE has an incredible NEW opportunity to join our thriving team as an Ingredient Sourcing Manager based in the heart of Iowa. If you have purchasing experience and a strong knowledge of the marketplace and micro feed ingredients, we want to hear from you! This role will be based in Muscatine, Iowa or Sheldon, IA. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership Works with Senior Commodity Manager to develop and implement trading and risk management strategies and policy Encourages growth, assists in coaching/teaching and personnel development of team members Leads the development of departmental goals and objectives and project teams to meet organizational, SBU, and department organizational objectives Leads the development of effective internal and external customer relationships Work with leadership in various business units to create cohesive teamwork and continual trust Planning Leads the development of strategic and operational responsibility for the group Responsible for establishing and implementing long-term commodities sourcing and supply strategy and financial plan Collaborate with internal feed formulators and plant managers to provide lowest cost options Ingredient Supply Chain Management Develops and manages supplier relationships to ensure uninterrupted supply, and to contribute new ideas, reduce costs and improve quality Assist in maintaining sufficient inventory levels Handles high-level negotiations, targeting bottom line impact through cost reductions to the business and meeting targets Cultivate new sources of ingredients and work with suppliers to get them approved Responsible for the total performance management of suppliers, this includes but not limited to cost, quality, and performance Monitors the cost, schedule and performance aspects of the commodities procurement operations. Collaborates with key stakeholders in resolving problems Responsible for supplier contracts to ensure that the required legal terms, conditions and cost/service components are in place to meet Business Unit requirements and applicable laws EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 15 years of purchasing experience preferred; degree in business administration, economics, or related discipline is strongly desired Strong knowledge and understanding of the marketplace and the micro feed ingredients that are purchased including sourcing vitamins and minerals. Analytical and problem solving skills and ability to act independently Positive attitude and that ability to work with a sense of urgency in fast paced, autonomous environment Able to handle large capital items and project purchasing requirements Able to align commodities decisions with strategic goals for the Corporation Ability to write and interpret business reports, documents and information Highly effective communication, and ability to understand impact to others on complex business needs Ability to engage, communication and influence all stakeholders (internal and external) and establish trust and credibility with business unit leaders and other functional stakeholders TRAVEL: 30% domestic and international travel is required #KSS

Looking to join a U.S. Best Managed Company? KENT Worldwide™ has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Financial Analyst. This role is a key contributor within our Finance team, responsible for delivering insightful reporting and analysis, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and helping drive data-informed decision-making across the organization. As part of KENT Worldwide™, you'll be joining a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and quality, feeding progress in the markets we serve. This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, IA PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Report and analyze monthly financial performance with focus on Gross Profit & EBITDA Analyze product line margins and profitability to determine optimum product mix Compare and analyze actual results with budget and forecasts Perform financial budgeting, forecasting, and operational metrics tracking Develop and enhance BI reporting Analyze and initiate KPIs for the business Prepare content for ongoing leadership reviews Support process changes/improvements, system implementations Perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements Lead cross functional projects Assist with monthly journal entry and financial close process, as needed Support senior leadership and complete special projects as needed EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS in Finance, Accounting or other related field MBA preferred Minimum of 4-6 years of experience performing a similar role Strong financial acumen & analytical skills Results oriented, with strong initiative, and ability to work independently Excellent communication skills with ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders Strong Excel, PivotTable, Data visualization/PowerPoint and Power BI skills TRAVEL: Occasional travel for plant visits, meetings, company events as well as participating in physical inventories. Up to 10%

Are you ready to grow with a six-time US Best Managed Company? KENT Consumer Brands Americas has a brand-new opportunity for a dynamic and experienced executive to join our team as the Vice President of Marketing within our Consumer Brands segment! The Sr. VP of Marketing role requires a visionary leader with a proven track record in driving successful global brand and marketing strategies for enterprise-level organizations. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional strategic thinking, creativity, leadership, and communication skills, with a deep understanding of consumer behavior, market trends, innovation, and consumer communications. If you're an exceptional builder of teams, people, and culture, we want to hear from you! This role will be based in Muscatine, Iowa (on-site) SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Sr. VP of Marketing will have reporting and management responsibilities for brand teams, eCommerce, creative services, and insights /market research functions. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies and brand plans that align with the company's global vision and objectives. Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing marketing team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, quality, and performance. Brand Management: Oversee the development and implementation of brand strategies to enhance long-term brand equity and market share. Market Analysis: Oversee market research and analysis to identify opportunities, trends, and competitive landscape including further expansion of consumer insights Consumer Communications: Lead the planning and execution of marketing campaigns, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across all regions. Partner with global peers. Oversee and develop strong agency partnerships. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, product development, and finance, to drive business growth within Consumer Brands as well as enterprise-wide. Budget Management: Develop and manage the marketing budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to achieve strategic goals. Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of marketing initiatives and drive continuous improvement. Digital Transformation: Oversee eCommerce development to leverage digital marketing tools and technologies to enhance customer engagement and drive digital transformation. P&L: Oversee profit and loss for CPG and Foodservice in the Americas, while influencing and supporting global brand strategy. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree required. Minimum of 15 years of marketing experience, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role within a consumer-packaged goods company. Global experience is a plus. Proven experience in marketing consumer products, specifically in categories such as pet care products as well as food and beverage lines. Experience with products sold in supermarkets, club stores, and mass merchandisers, eCommerce platforms or other areas. Proficiency in digital marketing and data analytics. Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills. Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. TRAVEL EXPECTED: Frequency: Approximately 25-40% of the time, depending on business needs and specific projects. Regions: Regular travel to key locations in the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK, with potential visits to other regions as required. Purpose: Travel for strategic planning meetings, overseeing marketing initiatives, collaborating with regional teams, and attending industry events or conferences. OTHER: Location: The duties of this role are intended to be performed onsite in Muscatine, IA. (This is not a remote assignment). Relocation: Relocation Assistance is available.

Looking to join a six-time US Best Managed Company award winner? KENT Nutrition Group, a member of the KENT Corporation family of companies has an opening for an Machine Operator at their Waterloo, IA plant! The Machine Operator will be responsible for performing routine tasks related to the feed production including quality control, ingredient and feed processing, manufacturing and load out, ingredient receiving and storage, equipment maintenance and housekeeping. The Machine Operator must possess a strong work ethic, customer focused, hardworking and desire to work as a team member. This is a 1st shift opportunity! This position is designed and intended to be performed in Waterloo, IA. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Daily operation of equipment to process and manufacture feed products according to KNG's Standard Operating Procedures Operate the bagger, sewing machine and fork truck in a proficient and safe manner for optimum production Follow warehouse and loading protocols Operate the all feed manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently Ensure KNG's quality assurance protocol is met regarding ingredient receiving, load-out, and bagging Perform necessary recording and documentation of all feed manufactured during shift Mix and prepare livestock feeds efficiently and in a manner that assures accuracy and high quality Assist management with production scheduling, inventory planning & control for both ingredients and finished products Assist with equipment maintenance and repair as needed Load and unload trucks in a safe and efficient manner Provide excellent customer service and assist customers when needed Observe and enforce all company policies & procedures Effectively communicate with managers, co-workers, and customers Perform general work around the facility and other duties as assigned Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED 1 plus years of manufacturing experience Farming background a plus Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements Basic computer knowledge Good communication, verbal, written and math skills Ability to work as a team member Thorough understanding of cGMP's Knowledge of HACCP Feed & Safety Plan Knowledge of FSMA Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs from floor to working height as job requires Ability to operate a forklift Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures Must pass pre-employment drug screen

Do you have a passion for agriculture and are you ready to grow with a US Best Managed Company? KENT Nutrition Group (KNG), a member of the KENT Corporation family of companies, is actively seeking an experienced and proactive Plant Manager to oversee the daily operations of our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining high safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position is designed and intended to be performed in Sheldon, IA. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assistant Plant Manager, Production Supervisor, Office Manager, Quality Supervisor, Maintenance Lead PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for all plant activities includes but not limited to: overseeing the facilities, plant personnel, plant customer relations, plant operation, plant quality and plant maintenance Responsible to ensure the plant is producing feed in accordance with all established policies and procedures Develop and train personnel at all positions. Training to include job operation, efficient work strategies, safety and product quality procedures Lead and manage department leads, assistant plant manager, office manager and other personnel Prepare fiscal year plant goals and objectives providing quarterly updates to the regional operations manager Develop and operate within an approved budget; areas of concentration to include staffing, supplies, maintenance, utilities and capital projects Develop scheduled (preventative) maintenance programs for equipment and facilities Develop and contribute to long term strategic planning for the plant Satisfy all quality and regulatory requirements for all products Implement the corporate safety programs Coordinate with all departments such as marketing, nutrition, and sales to enable new product development and innovation Positively manage customer relations both internal and external Other duties as assigned EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree Minimum of 5-10 years related work experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience in leading and managing operational teams Financial experience with P&L statements, budgets preparation and capital planning Experience with regulatory agencies such as: FDA,OSHA, EPA Additional training such as experience with GMPs, HACCP, SFSF Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word Knowledge of Feed Mill operations preferred EXPECTED TRAVEL: Up to 10% travel for meetings or training may be required.

Are you ready to champion commercial-focused animal feed brands? KENT Nutrition Group is looking for a dynamic Brand Manager to lead our product lines and categories, driving success through traditional retail channels, company-owned stores, ecommerce, and dealers. As the voice of the customer and an industry expert, you'll be the go-to resource, collaborating across departments to ensure our brands shine. If you have strong leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact. This role will be based in Muscatine, Iowa. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage the complete lifecycle of products and product lines. Identify opportunities to introduce new products, refresh existing ones, or retire products that are no longer viable. Assist in defining product specifications, including performance, quality, and customer perception characteristics. Stay informed as the subject matter expert in your category, which involves understanding key competitors, market trends, pricing strategies, SWOT analysis, and identifying the best ways to achieve success. Work seamlessly with cross-functional partners to lead the innovation and planning process, while capitalizing on internal capabilities, market opportunities, and trends to manage and grow the category and product portfolio, including Sales, Finance, R&D, Operations, Regulatory, Legal, etc. Act as the voice of the customer by collaborating with Sales, Nutrition, Production, Procurement, and customers to create a vision and develop a multi-year product plan. Lead medium and long-term product planning, which includes managing new and existing product life cycles, initiating product development projects, launching line extensions, and phasing out underperforming products by analyzing market trends. Produce forecasts and reports on overall sales trends, promotional periods, and seasonal fluctuations, while maintaining category reports related to profitability and volume. Additionally, track new product launch activities, assess the success of promotional efforts, and analyze trends by dealer and region. Analyze and project overall profitability trends for individual lines as well as the entire category. Work in close partnership with the Marketing Services and Sales teams to strategically plan, coordinate, and execute a range of marketing activities aimed at achieving business objectives. Brand budget allocation and management Assists in brand forecast and annual product plans. Establishes and maintains agency relationships, leads connected brand planning with all partners. All other duties as assigned. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Ag Business, Marketing, or related field. MBA is a significant plus. Minimum 10 years of experience in Product or Brand Management roles, with a focus on brand, innovation, and product life-cycle management, is preferred. Previous experience in the animal feed or agricultural business, particularly in commercial beef and swine, is strongly preferred. Strong analytical & logical thinking ability Excellent communicator in both written and oral communications Capability to synthesize data into action plans Ability to work cross-functionally and up and down the corporate hierarchy Excellent use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Strong demonstrated acumen in financial understanding and sound business principles. Strong organizational and leadership skills. Able to lead cross-functional teams. Ability to multitask and manage multiple major projects at one time TRAVEL EXPECTED: +/- 15% Travel; Attendance at evening or weekend work events may be required