Production Lab Technician

Operates production equipment for processing cell sorting technology.  Perform daily tasks as assigned

by the Shift Leader.

Genus offers competitive benefits plans including a pension provided through NFU, health cash plan, private medical insurance (subject to eligibility criteria), cycle to work, technology vouchers, and many discounted retail options in our discount store.  We also offer competitive maternity/paternity leave and a company stock purchase plan.  We are constantly evaluating and evolving our offerings to ensure we stay competitive.

• Prepare for the production process. Participate in continuous operational improvement.
• Work with co-workers and supervisor to effectively troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Understands the theory and concepts behind cell sorting technology and processes.
• Anticipates potential problems and takes preventative action. Requires judgment to know when it is necessary to consult with supervisor and/or support groups.
• Understands how own actions impact others and uses this information in decision-making.
• Review documentation and check all calculations (e.g. tickets, labels, equipment reading).
• Maintain production operations on up to four instruments.
• Comply with safety requirements, SOP and manufacturing documentation.
• Use of automation to perform production operations.
• Provide support to Manufacturing to meet production demands.
• Operate automated systems for equipment operation. Assemble and prepare equipment for production. 
• Provide detailed documentation.
• Provide regular communication (both verbal and/or written) within Operations.

Working Hours:

12 hour Shifts - Days/Nights, 2 week rotation

• Educated to GCSE level or secondary school equivalent.
• Experience in a laboratory or an FMCG environment highly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and respect for quality assurance. Understand Right First-Time principles.
• Basic math skills.
• Computer experience.
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work well within team environment.
• Display solid performance standards, be reliable and dependable.
• Possess a valid driver's license and car for daily travel to work.
• Positive can-do attitude.

Capabilities and Behaviors

• Lives and displays the Genus ABS Values and behaviors at all times in their day to day ways of working.
• 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.
• Strive to advance your skills and display a willingness to accept future development.
• Actively participate in Company training opportunities to further develop skills applicable to the department.
• Gain a thorough understanding of the Company’s business and the department’s role within the company.

ABS Global 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.

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

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.

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