Production Lab Technician - Dekorra 1st Shift

Under the direction of the Manager, this position will be responsible for working within a team to learn and assist in the processing, packaging, and quality control of bovine semen.

This role will aid in achieving current and forecasted production goals and will actively seek opportunities for improvement and professional development. The Production Laboratory Technician will be expected to contribute both individually and as a team member—providing support to all team members and ensuring responsibilities are completed within production timelines. This position will be based at locations within the  Dekorra, WI location. In this position you will earn $21.00 per hour and work Monday through Friday 7:00am-3:30pm.

Lab Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate, timely and quality packaging of semen in accordance to ABS standards
• Assist in accurate sorting, and application of tags for racks. Prepare racks for daily use, ensuring availability of racks for timely packaging
• Assist in the startup and printing of straws meeting quality, quantity, and timing expectations
• Assist in the precision operation of filler and sealer machines, while maintaining correct product identity procedures throughout the process
• Ensure the quality of semen by adhering to ABS standards, which involve working in cold environments for long periods of time
• Prepare materials for the barns
• Adhere to proper cleaning, sanitation and sterilization protocols for all processing and collection equipment
• Assist in the taking of samples to analyze in the IVOS cell analyzer to ensure high quality semen for packaging
• Assist in the thawing and taking samples to analyze in the IVOS cell analyzer for post-thaw motility in accordance to set protocols. Make accurate calculations for reporting
• Accurately complete bull collection records and generate accurate barn reports daily
• Accurately maintain and update straw printer database and tag usage database
• Make accurate and efficient use of Production Tracking worksheets and reports
• Other duties as assigned

Team Contributor Responsibilities:

• Maintain professional verbal and written communications with co-workers, internal and external customers, and vendors at all times
• Be flexible with respect to job responsibilities and consistently strive to be an effective team member
• Display willingness to perform non-routine tasks as needed to ensure overall productivity is high
• Approach work with positive enthusiasm and generate constructive questions and/or input when necessary
• Consistently seek out more efficient and productive ways to handle tasks within the labs
• Actively participate in group meetings to discuss current happenings and brainstorm solutions to problems

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant experience

Preferred

• Post high school education
• Experience in customer service
• Experience in laboratory or equivalent production environment
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Strong attention to detail and respect for quality assurance
• Basic math skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help sustainably nourish the world.

ABS Global is a Genus company and is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products.  Marketing in more than 70 countries around the globe, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941.  We are uniquely positioned as a global player with a dedicated research and development function and an international distribution network.  We breed and distribute the genes of the world’s best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock whose offspring is designed to increase the profitability of our customers who are some of the world’s biggest farmers and food producers. IntelliGen Technologies is the technology within ABS that develops sexed bovine genetics that helps customers maximize their profitability and reach their end goals in a fast and efficient manner.

At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (employee time off). This position will have opportunity for growth.

• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 17 Days ETO
• 9 Paid Holidays

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.