Reverse Sort/Sexing Manager

605 Sires; Eaton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health insurance

Paid time-off

Job summary

605 Sires seeks a Reverse Sort/Sexing Manager to lead the bovine semen processing laboratory. You will oversee day-to-day operations, supervise technicians, and ensure high-quality reproductive outcomes through strict protocols and continuous improvement.

Role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced lab environment with occasional travel. The position emphasizes documentation, equipment maintenance, and cross-functional collaboration to support client

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in Animal Science, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience in animal reproduction (cattle preferred).
• Experience supervising laboratory personnel and coordinating operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor laboratory technicians.
• Assign daily responsibilities and monitor performance.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Onboard and train new staff.
• Perform bovine reverse sorting, sexing, and semen cryopreservation.
• Ensure documentation of procedures and data.
• Maintain equipment, inventory, and supplies.
• Troubleshoot issues and optimize efficiency.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, techs, and management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team supervision

Flexible scheduling

Education

Degree in Animal Science or related field

3+ years in animal reproduction

Job description

Position Summary

The Reverse Sort/Sexing Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the animal Reverse Sort/Sexing laboratory and performing advanced procedures for bovine semen processing and reverse sorting. This role combines technical expertise in operating sorting machine and cryopreservation with leadership responsibilities to ensure operational excellence and high-quality reproductive outcomes.

The Reverse Sort/Sexing Manager will supervise laboratory personnel, maintain laboratory standards and protocols, and help drive innovation, efficiency, and consistency throughout all laboratory operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The duties listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise, train, and mentor laboratory technicians.
• Assign daily laboratory responsibilities and monitor team performance.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new laboratory staff.

Laboratory Operations

• Perform all aspects of bovine reverse sorting, sexing, and semen cryopreservation procedures.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of laboratory procedures, data, and productionreports.
• Monitor laboratory performance and maintain high-quality control standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, consumables, inventory, and supplies.
• Assist in troubleshooting laboratory issues and optimizing production efficiency.
• Collaborate with Customer Service Representative, veterinarians, reproductive technicians, and management to support operational goals and client success.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong passion for bovine reproduction and reproductive biotechnology.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-performance, fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead and motivate laboratory personnel while maintaining high operational standards.
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends, extended hours, and travel when operationally necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Animal Science, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in animal reproduction (cattle preferred).
• Experience managing or supervising laboratory personnel.
• Familiarity with laboratory quality control systems and operational management.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Primarily laboratory-based work in an animal semen production environment.
• Requires prolonged periods of laboratory procedures.
• Exposure to biological materials, liquid nitrogen, and laboratory chemicals.
• Ability to maintain precision and focus in a fast-paced production setting.
• Flexibility for occasional travel and extended work hours during peak production periods.

Other Duties

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet operational needs and support company growth.

Compensation & Benefits

• Benefits – 401K, health insurance, paid time-off
  
• Salary – Starting salary will be determined based on experience, technical competency, and demonstrated skills