Livestock Handler - Rio & Poynette, WI

We are a growing company expanding our livestock team, with positions available at our Rio & Poynette, WI locations. Starting pay is $21/hr.

Schedule

• 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday
• Every 5th weekend

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent care and maintenance for our bull and mount population, including:
  • Feeding and semen collection production
  • Health testing and assisting with bull movements
  • Ensuring bulls are comfortable and dry
  • Hoof trimming and grooming
  • Assisting with treatment of bulls as directed by veterinary staff
• Maintain, clean, and secure facilities
• Consistently maintain bull health and hygiene standards, including:
  • Assist with daily feeding, bedding, and hygiene
  • Assist with grooming, washing, and hoof trimming of bulls
  • Assist with picture taking and manure removal
  • Take the lead in transporting bulls
  • Monitor bull health for injury and illness; report to veterinary department and supervisor/manager
• Assist with semen collection in accordance with quality standards and company safety policies, including:
  • Adhere to all quality control measures relevant to health, safety, and hygiene of employees and bulls
• Provide maintenance and upkeep of ABS facilities to ensure employee and bull safety, including:
  • Maintain barn in proper working condition and appearance for tours and bull health
  • Assist with maintaining equipment in workable and safe conditions
  • Observe and promote all safety rules
  • Assist with lawn mowing and snow removal as needed
• Maintain professional verbal and written communications with co-workers, internal and external customers, and vendors
• Promote effective teamwork within the livestock department, including:
  • Be flexible with job responsibilities and strive to be an effective team member
  • Display willingness to perform non-routine tasks to ensure high productivity
  • Develop new skills and assume greater responsibility
  • Learn to handle and collect problem bulls with proper techniques
  • Learn hoof care program and techniques
  • Actively participate in ABS training opportunities (e.g., Rep. School)
  • Learn all computer programs for production, safety, training, and communication

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of hands-on cattle handling experience
• Knowledge of and skills in farming operations
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Reliable and dependable with solid performance standards
• Ability to work effectively and positively within a team environment
• Valid driver’s license

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Skid Steer Operation experience
• Tractor and Manure Spreader Operation experience
• Zero Turn lawn mower Operation experience
• Mechanical knowledge and maintenance skills

About the Company

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer and a global FTSE 250 company headquartered in the UK, with a presence in over 70 countries and a workforce of over 3,000 employees. ABS Global, a Genus company, is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies, and udder care products. We breed and distribute the genes of the world’s best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock to increase profitability for our customers.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits plans including multiple medical choices, dental & vision coverage
• 401k retirement plan with a competitive company match
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Company stock purchase plan
• 17 days of Earned Time Off (ETO)
• 9 paid holidays
• $1,000 sign-on bonus