PEAK - Lab Technician

URUS Group; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

PEAK Genetics is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Watertown, WI to support the evaluation and packaging of bovine products distributed worldwide. You will join a skilled team passionate about agriculture, bovine genetics, and client satisfaction.

Full-time employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and wellness programs, with emphasis on accuracy, data entry, and independent as well as collaborative work in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods and handle repetitive tasks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to learn and follow company protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform processing work according to standard SOPs.
• Evaluate samples for motility, concentration, volume, and quality.
• Maintain accurate records and inventory.
• Keep records on bull registration and enter in appropriate databases.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Team mindset

Data entry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PEAK Genetics has an opportunity available to join our talented laboratory department in Watertown, WI! In this role, you will be a member of a highly skilled team supporting the evaluation and packaging of bovine products that are distributed around the world. As a Laboratory Technician for PEAK Genetics, you will be surrounded by people who are passionate about the agriculture industry, bovine genetics, and client satisfaction. Full time team members can expect to receive exceptional benefits such as health insurance, 401K, paid time off, wellness programs, and so much more!

SHIFT AVAILABLE:

• Monday - Friday ; 8:30AM - 5:00PM

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Perform processing work according to standard SOPs
• Evaluate samples for motility, concentration, volume, and quality
• Maintain accurate records and inventory
• Keep records on bull registration and enter in appropriate databases
• Operate and maintain lab equipment

QUALIFICATIONS Required

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Capacity to work on feet and stand for long periods of time
• Willingness to learn and follow company protocols

Ideal

• Basic computer skills working with Microsoft Office

CHARACTERISTICS OF A SUCCESSFUL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, team environment
• Effective communicator with attention to detail
• Detail-oriented with a knack for organization and process
• Ability to work with numbers and input data
• Willingness to grow and develop both personally and professionally

About Us

PEAK is the source of superior genetics to the URUS brands and the world. PEAK develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. PEAK people are in multiple countries and locations and have an extensive level of expertise, including genetics, operations, research, and data management.

PEAK has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.