Laboratory Technician - Westby, WI

Company: Select Sires Inc.
Location: Westby
Posted on: January 28, 2023

Job Description:

Description:WHO WE AREBased in Plain City, Ohio, Select Sires Inc. is the largest global A.I. cooperative and comprises six farmer-owned and -controlled local organizations in the United States. As the industry leader, it provides highly fertile semen and excellence in service and programs to supply dairy and beef producers with the world's best genetics.Select Sires, Inc. seeks an individual to join our team as a Laboratory Technician. This hourly, non-exempt position is at our Westby, WI facility and reports to the Laboratory Manager. The starting wage for a Laboratory Technician is $16.50 per hour.Specific duties and responsibilities of a Laboratory Technician include, but are not limited to,

• Serve as a positive representation of the Select Sires, Inc. Mission: To enhance the productivity and profitability of dairy and beef producers, Select Sires is committed to be the premier provider of highly fertile, superior genetics accompanied by effective reproductive- and herd-management products and services.
• Evaluate motility and concentration of semen using microscope and nucleocoutner,
• Accurately input data in a computer processing program
• Confirm calculations
• Carefully pipet and extend semen
• Assist in the set up, clean up and restock of the laboratory.
• Thoroughly sanitize glassware and equipment A Laboratory Technician's work schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM. Work schedules and duties are subject to change to meet departmental needs. COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYEE GROWTH AND SUCCESSSelect Sires is a team-oriented atmosphere, encouraging employees to take greater responsibility for their careers to grow personally and professionally.
  • Select Sires offers employees competitive compensation packages that include flexible benefits,
  • Professional development through mentoring and internal and external training,
  • Advancement opportunities through career planning,
  • A culture instilled by a commitment to excellence, a passion for customer success, and high ethical standards,
  • A focus that includes work/life balance,
  • Community-oriented mindset as a major contributor to local organizations and eventsRequirements:REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
    • Great verbal communication skills
    • Exceptional attention to detail
    • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
    • Capability to prioritize tasks
    • Capacity to function well in a high-paced environment
    • Reliable means of transportation to report to work on-timePREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
      • High school diploma or equivalent.DISCLAIMERThe job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties, and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Select Sires retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties, and responsibilities to the employee at any time, with or without notice. WORK AUTHORIZATIONEvidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required to verify employment eligibility within three business days of the first day of employment.AAP/EEO STATEMENTSelect Sires, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Select Sires, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Select Sires, Inc. expressly prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Select Sires, Inc.'s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.PI201875367

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