Early Career Lab Assistant

Temporary Part-time Production Lab Technician positions are available at our labs in Rio, WI and Windsor, WI. These roles are ideal for Early Career applicants looking to gain lab experience while attending school, and can satisfy work experience requirements for programs like the Youth Apprenticeship (YA) Program through Wisconsin Workforce Development and the Biotechnology Laboratory Technician Associate Degree program at Madison Area Technical College.

About the Role

This position involves operating production equipment for processing cell sexing technology. Roles are hired for a 3-month period and may be extended based on work availability. The Early Career Program Manager will assist in ensuring YA documentation standards are met.

Schedule

Final scheduled hours will be determined based on your availability for shifts between 6-12 hours long within the following options:

• Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday Day Shift (5:00 AM – 5:30 PM) – $23.50/hr
• Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday Night Shift (5:00 PM – 5:30 AM) – $26.50/hr

Additional weekday hours may be available based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOP and maintain lab documentation.
• Provide accurate, timely, and quality packaging of bovine semen in accordance with ABS standards.
• Learn ancillary processes throughout the production lab as business needs necessitate.
• Adhere to proper cleaning, sanitation, and sterilization protocols for all processing and collection equipment.
• Provide ideas for improvement in the work environment.
• Communicate issues to appropriate personnel (leads, supervisors, manager, support group).
• Perform all assigned duties based on daily production needs.
• Follow safe work procedures and report any incidents.
• Perform other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Must possess or be working toward a local High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be enrolled in and attending a local course of education either in high school, GED program, technical college, or university.
• Must live locally; no relocation authorized for this role.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift/transfer 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on maintaining the highest level of quality.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Ability to utilize a computer, keyboard, and mouse for work tasks, including prolonged screen time.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a production laboratory setting.

Working Conditions

• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Monitor equipment and computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasional exposure to chemicals (PPE is provided).

Pay

• Day Shift (5:00 AM – 5:30 PM): $23.50/hr
• Night Shift (5:00 PM – 5:30 AM): $26.50/hr

Benefits

Part-time roles at Genus are not eligible for benefits but offer competitive compensation and the opportunity to build your skillset. Students who excel in their roles are considered competitive applicants for permanent positions if they choose to apply.

About the Company

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer and a global FTSE 250 company headquartered in the UK. ABS Global, a Genus company, is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies, and udder care products. IntelliGen Technologies, part of ABS, develops sexed bovine genetics to help customers maximize profitability.