PIC USA, a Genus company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for an ambitious and motivated Graduate Trainee to join our team. The position is located in central Iowa. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent university graduate who’s eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career with us. As a Graduate Trainee, you’ll receive hands-on training, rotate through key departments, and receive mentorship from experienced professionals. You’ll develop practical skills, industry knowledge, and a deep understanding of how our business operates.
The successful candidate has the ability to thrive in a culturally diverse, fast-paced environment and can work autonomously and collaboratively across teams and functional areas. You are someone who possesses strong communication, including verbal and presentation, interpersonal and organizational skills and has the aptitude and eagerness to learn and is confident, resilient and goal-oriented
The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000 USD. The salary provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Genus considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Basic Qualifications: (required)
· Recent university graduate with a university degree in Animal Science or a related agricultural field
· Comfortable using Microsoft Office and digital tools (experience with CRM software is a plus).
· Must be able to work in a modern swine facility
Preferred Qualifications:
· Swine industry experience
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.
PIC, our swine division, currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers. We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide, and our products are available in more than 50 countries across the globe. We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.
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 (earned time off). This position will have opportunity for growth.
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.