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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Door County, Wis., area.
Your purpose:
The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Huron County, Mich., area.
Your purpose:
As a part-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base daily wage with endless commission potential and paid training;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Job Category Part Time
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Goshen, Ind., area.
Your purpose:
The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Job Category Full Time
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Kewaunee, Wis., area.
Your purpose:
The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Job Category Full Time
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Territory details:
Hours: Full time
Reports to: Director of Consulting and Profit Strategies
Location: Work from home in Michigan OR Indiana; travel to farms in your state territory, when needed.
Deadline: Dec. 18, 2024
Your purpose:
Experience a career working with CentralStar Cooperative, the genetic and reproductive leader of artificial insemination (A.I.) in dairy and beef cattle with the largest and fastest-growing Dairy Herd Information (DHI) program in the United States. This position will work closely with genetics, technology, and reproductive consulting for dairy producers and fellow team members. The goal is to provide and implement genetic- and reproductive-management recommendations to dairy producers using dairy-technology and herd-management programs in cooperation with Select Sires, Zoetis, CowManager, DHI, and more.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Communicate with producers to design breeding programs for meeting individual genetic and reproductive needs.
- Utilize tools and programs to analyze, monitor, and troubleshoot reproductive problems or opportunities.
- Action programs and tools to implement on-farm strategies to optimize the number of replacement females with superior genetics.
- Schedule and provide the Select Mating Service (SMS) program to dairy producers in CentralStar Cooperative’s Michigan and Indiana market area. This includes, but is not limited to implementation of genomic data, analysis of herd pedigrees, and linear evaluation of cows.
- Utilize data to develop progress reports for review with herd owners and the CentralStar Cooperative team.
- Conduct analysis of farm records to accurately benchmark reproduction, genetic, demographic, health, and production statistics.
- Schedule and implement meetings to provide data analysis and consulting services to dairy producers and their farm-management teams, including but not limited to, A.I. specialists, nutritionists, veterinarians, and bankers.
- Proactively market our genetics, services, and product portfolio to maximize industry advantages.
- Co-manage integral key accounts with other senior staff members.
- Build relationships with prospective clients and maintain partnerships with current clients.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in the dairy-cattle industry is necessary;
- A bachelor’s degree in dairy/animal science, agribusiness, or a related area is preferred, but not required;
- Excellent writing and communication skills;
- Exceptional speaking and discussion skills, including content preparation, dynamic delivery efforts, and the ability to interact with a small audience and answer questions;
- Positive work ethic with a service-orientated attitude;
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team structure;
- Polished skills in the overall use of dairy-related technology, including DairyComp 305, DART(formerly PCDART), heat-detection systems, etc.;
- Ability to adapt and learn new technologies;
- Committed to self-continuing education and staying current on industry trends;
- Strong computer skills required, such as experience with Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word);
- Dairy-cattle-genetic and/or reproductive-program background;
- Experience in dairy and/or agricultural sales;
- A valid driver's license; and
- Willing to travel to customers within your work territory.
Compensation:
- Salary with paid training;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program;
- Employee-awards program; and
- Company vehicle provided.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Job Category Full Time
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the Wood- and Portage-county area of Wisconsin.
Your purpose:
As a full-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base salary with endless commission potential and paid training
- Full benefits package:
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- Employee-awards program
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Job Category Full Time
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the Dane County area of Wisconsin.
Your purpose:
As a full-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base salary with endless commission potential and paid training
- Full benefits package:
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- Employee-awards program
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Job Category Full Time
DHI Specialist, Milk-Sample Technician, Transportation
Indiana, Michigan
Posted 11 months ago
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Territory details:
This route includes the surrounding areas around and in-between southern Michigan and Indiana. The work day starts at 5 a.m.
Your purpose:
Under the direction and supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, this position operates a CentralStar Cooperative delivery vehicle (no CDL required) on regularly-scheduled, established routes to pick up and/or deliver milk samples and other supplies as directed. Works closely with the Laboratory Supervisor in Grand Ledge, Mich., DHI Specialists, and other CentralStar Cooperative personnel to communicate route changes and other relevant route information.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Prepare complete schedule for one week at a time;
- Communicate with field staff about time and place to meet;
- Can start each day from Grand Ledge laboratory or home with empty racks and sample vials in a rear-wheel-drive transit van;
- Drive to home offices of DHI field staff or directly to farms after testing is completed;
- Unload empty racks of sample vials for field staff to use the next day;
- Load racks of test-ready sample vials;
- Confirm samples and paperwork are all present;
- Drive to Grand Ledge, Mich., laboratory;
- Unload racks of test-ready sample vials;
- Reload empty racks of vials for use the next day;
- Other duties as assigned.
- Route drivers may be asked to learn the basics of available component- and diagnostic-testing programs, as well as how a milk-analysis laboratory operates.
- Drivers are responsible for scheduling route-truck maintenance and keeping the vehicle clean.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required;
- Exceptional organization and communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- A valid driver’s license;
- A good driving record;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds; and
- Strong work ethic, with ability to work on your own, as well as in a team structure.
- A dairy-farm background is preferred, but not mandatory.
- Previous experience in a route or delivery capacity is highly desired.
Compensation:
- Hourly wage;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program;
- Employee-awards program; and
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Entry-Level Milk-Sample Technician
Hours:
Full-time, first shift
Location: Kaukauna, Wis.
Full-time entry-level Milk-Sample Technicians work as part of a team in a state-of-the-art milk-sample-processing environment. Under the guidance of the facility supervisor, Milk-Sample Technicians carefully view and analyze milk samples for a variety of data points. They provide assistance to ensure equipment is operating properly, while making sure all samples are processed correctly by following strict guidelines set by the National Dairy Herd Information Association.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Assist with moving and organizing milk samples for processing;
- Perform accurate preparation of various chemicals for analysis of milk samples;
- Use state-of-the-art equipment to analyze milk samples;
- Prepare sample vials for use by team members in the field;
- Work together to maintain inventory and supply levels to ensure compliance with quality control;
- Clean equipment and work area; and
- Other duties as assigned.
- There may occasionally be opportunities to assist DHI Specialists on farm and provide relief help in the sample-delivery department.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all testing equipment and supplies according to procedural standards on a daily basis;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand for prolonged periods of time, walk, bend, climb, lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, and move quickly to evade potentially-harmful situations; and
- Strong work ethic, with ability to work on your own, as well as in a team structure.
- A dairy-farm background is preferred, but not mandatory.
Compensation:
- Hourly wage;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Job Category Full Time
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Territory details:
Work from home and travel the central- and northern-Wisconsin area. It's necessary this individual live in the central- or northern-Wisconsin area.
Application deadline: Dec. 15, 2024
Your purpose:
Experience a career working with CentralStar Cooperative, the largest and fastest-growing Dairy Herd Information (DHI) program in the United States. As a full-time regional DHI Manager in the surrounding northern-Wisconsin area, you will work with other regional managers to oversee the effective management of the Dairy Herd Information (DHI) Services business unit at CentralStar. This includes planning, promoting, prospecting, marketing, guiding, directing, and coordinating programs and activities for the accomplishment of goals and objectives that support the overall vision and mission of the cooperative.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Provide supervision, mentorship, guidance, scheduling, annual reviews, and direction to DHI field staff using effective communication, coaching, goal setting, and active-leadership modeling;
- Train new DHI Specialists in accurate milk-sampling and data-collection procedures; component- and diagnostic-testing programs; analyzing test-day reports and other electronic data and analytics to assist with herd management; and how to operate herd- and cow-management software, including DART (formerly PCDART);
- Lead efforts to prospect for new customers and help grow the company;
- Provide on-farm DART support;
- Collaborate with Team Leaders to facilitate strong relationships among team-member employees in various business units;
- Actively promote products and services available through CentralStar;
- Step in to help with large-herd test days, if needed;
- Work to develop, coordinate, and conduct training workshops and other related meetings;
- Collaborate with other DHI Managers to prepare an annual department budget and work to control expenses by reviewing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements;
- Regularly review and oversee the DHI billing process, commission programs, and overall financial structure;
- Collaborate to oversee and monitor activities in preparation for the annual QCS audit;
- Research and review technology advancements for use by DHI field staff;
- Represent CentralStar Cooperative DHI services at allied industry events;
- Evaluate hiring needs and conduct interviews;
- Participate in regular staff meetings and other planning sessions;
- Actively work to expand personal knowledge through professional development; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must have a strong dairy-industry background with a passion for dairy-records consulting and analysis;
- Bachelor’s degree in management, agri-business, or a related field (or the equivalent in experience);
- Five or more years of experience as a manager or leader is desired;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Exceptional public-speaking skills, including pre-speech preparation, dynamic delivery efforts, and the ability to interact with the audience and answer questions;
- Must be self-motivated with a high degree of initiative;
- Strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills required;
- Display consistent professionalism;
- Demonstrate ability to engage and motivate others;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work independently, as well as in a team structure;
- Must be able to honor confidentiality;
- Requires a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record;
- Must be able and willing to travel, as necessary, throughout CentralStar’s service area; and
- Excellent computer skills, including but not limited to DART, DairyCOMP 305, BoviSync, spreadsheets, presentation programs, and customer-management programs, with the ability to learn other associated software, as needed.
Compensation:
- Salary;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program;
- Employee-awards program; and
- Company vehicle provided.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Job Category Full Time
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Entry-Level Milk-Sample Technician
Hours:
Full-time, first shift
Full-time entry-level Milk-Sample Technicians work as part of a team in a state-of-the-art milk-sample-processing environment. Under the guidance of the facility supervisor, Milk-Sample Technicians carefully view and analyze milk samples for a variety of data points. They provide assistance to ensure equipment is operating properly, while making sure all samples are processed correctly by following strict guidelines set by the National Dairy Herd Information Association.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Assist with moving and organizing milk samples for processing;
- Perform accurate preparation of various chemicals for analysis of milk samples;
- Use state-of-the-art equipment to analyze milk samples;
- Prepare sample vials for use by team members in the field;
- Work together to maintain inventory and supply levels to ensure compliance with quality control;
- Clean equipment and work area; and
- Other duties as assigned.
- There may occasionally be opportunities to assist DHI Specialists on farm and provide relief help in the sample-delivery department.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all testing equipment and supplies according to procedural standards on a daily basis;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand for prolonged periods of time, walk, bend, climb, lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, and move quickly to evade potentially-harmful situations; and
- Strong work ethic, with ability to work on your own, as well as in a team structure.
- A dairy-farm background is preferred, but not mandatory.
Compensation:
- Hourly wage;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
Job Features
Job Category Full Time, Part Time
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The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Your purpose:
As a full-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Preferred qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base salary with endless commission potential and paid training
- Full benefits package:
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- Employee-awards program
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the Fond du Lac- and Dodge-County, Wis., area.
Your purpose:
As a full-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base salary with endless commission potential and paid training
- Full benefits package:
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- Employee-awards program
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
Job Features
Job Category Full Time
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Fond du Lac, Wis., area.
Your purpose:
The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
Job Features
Job Category Full Time
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Door County, Wis., area.Your purpose:
The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Huron County, Mich., area.Your purpose:
As a part-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base daily wage with endless commission potential and paid training;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
| Job Category | Part Time |
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Goshen, Ind., area.Your purpose:
The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
| Job Category | Full Time |
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Kewaunee, Wis., area.Your purpose:
The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
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Hours: Full time Reports to: Director of Consulting and Profit Strategies Location: Work from home in Michigan OR Indiana; travel to farms in your state territory, when needed. Deadline: Dec. 18, 2024Your purpose:
Experience a career working with CentralStar Cooperative, the genetic and reproductive leader of artificial insemination (A.I.) in dairy and beef cattle with the largest and fastest-growing Dairy Herd Information (DHI) program in the United States. This position will work closely with genetics, technology, and reproductive consulting for dairy producers and fellow team members. The goal is to provide and implement genetic- and reproductive-management recommendations to dairy producers using dairy-technology and herd-management programs in cooperation with Select Sires, Zoetis, CowManager, DHI, and more.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Communicate with producers to design breeding programs for meeting individual genetic and reproductive needs.
- Utilize tools and programs to analyze, monitor, and troubleshoot reproductive problems or opportunities.
- Action programs and tools to implement on-farm strategies to optimize the number of replacement females with superior genetics.
- Schedule and provide the Select Mating Service (SMS) program to dairy producers in CentralStar Cooperative’s Michigan and Indiana market area. This includes, but is not limited to implementation of genomic data, analysis of herd pedigrees, and linear evaluation of cows.
- Utilize data to develop progress reports for review with herd owners and the CentralStar Cooperative team.
- Conduct analysis of farm records to accurately benchmark reproduction, genetic, demographic, health, and production statistics.
- Schedule and implement meetings to provide data analysis and consulting services to dairy producers and their farm-management teams, including but not limited to, A.I. specialists, nutritionists, veterinarians, and bankers.
- Proactively market our genetics, services, and product portfolio to maximize industry advantages.
- Co-manage integral key accounts with other senior staff members.
- Build relationships with prospective clients and maintain partnerships with current clients.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in the dairy-cattle industry is necessary;
- A bachelor’s degree in dairy/animal science, agribusiness, or a related area is preferred, but not required;
- Excellent writing and communication skills;
- Exceptional speaking and discussion skills, including content preparation, dynamic delivery efforts, and the ability to interact with a small audience and answer questions;
- Positive work ethic with a service-orientated attitude;
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team structure;
- Polished skills in the overall use of dairy-related technology, including DairyComp 305, DART(formerly PCDART), heat-detection systems, etc.;
- Ability to adapt and learn new technologies;
- Committed to self-continuing education and staying current on industry trends;
- Strong computer skills required, such as experience with Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word);
- Dairy-cattle-genetic and/or reproductive-program background;
- Experience in dairy and/or agricultural sales;
- A valid driver's license; and
- Willing to travel to customers within your work territory.
Compensation:
- Salary with paid training;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program;
- Employee-awards program; and
- Company vehicle provided.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the Wood- and Portage-county area of Wisconsin.Your purpose:
As a full-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base salary with endless commission potential and paid training
- Full benefits package:
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- Employee-awards program
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the Dane County area of Wisconsin.Your purpose:
As a full-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base salary with endless commission potential and paid training
- Full benefits package:
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- Employee-awards program
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
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DHI Specialist, Milk-Sample Technician, Transportation
Indiana, Michigan
Posted 11 months ago
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Territory details:
This route includes the surrounding areas around and in-between southern Michigan and Indiana. The work day starts at 5 a.m.Your purpose:
Under the direction and supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, this position operates a CentralStar Cooperative delivery vehicle (no CDL required) on regularly-scheduled, established routes to pick up and/or deliver milk samples and other supplies as directed. Works closely with the Laboratory Supervisor in Grand Ledge, Mich., DHI Specialists, and other CentralStar Cooperative personnel to communicate route changes and other relevant route information.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Prepare complete schedule for one week at a time;
- Communicate with field staff about time and place to meet;
- Can start each day from Grand Ledge laboratory or home with empty racks and sample vials in a rear-wheel-drive transit van;
- Drive to home offices of DHI field staff or directly to farms after testing is completed;
- Unload empty racks of sample vials for field staff to use the next day;
- Load racks of test-ready sample vials;
- Confirm samples and paperwork are all present;
- Drive to Grand Ledge, Mich., laboratory;
- Unload racks of test-ready sample vials;
- Reload empty racks of vials for use the next day;
- Other duties as assigned.
- Route drivers may be asked to learn the basics of available component- and diagnostic-testing programs, as well as how a milk-analysis laboratory operates.
- Drivers are responsible for scheduling route-truck maintenance and keeping the vehicle clean.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required;
- Exceptional organization and communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- A valid driver’s license;
- A good driving record;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds; and
- Strong work ethic, with ability to work on your own, as well as in a team structure.
- A dairy-farm background is preferred, but not mandatory.
- Previous experience in a route or delivery capacity is highly desired.
Compensation:
- Hourly wage;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program;
- Employee-awards program; and
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
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Entry-Level Milk-Sample Technician
Hours:
Full-time, first shift Location: Kaukauna, Wis. Full-time entry-level Milk-Sample Technicians work as part of a team in a state-of-the-art milk-sample-processing environment. Under the guidance of the facility supervisor, Milk-Sample Technicians carefully view and analyze milk samples for a variety of data points. They provide assistance to ensure equipment is operating properly, while making sure all samples are processed correctly by following strict guidelines set by the National Dairy Herd Information Association.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Assist with moving and organizing milk samples for processing;
- Perform accurate preparation of various chemicals for analysis of milk samples;
- Use state-of-the-art equipment to analyze milk samples;
- Prepare sample vials for use by team members in the field;
- Work together to maintain inventory and supply levels to ensure compliance with quality control;
- Clean equipment and work area; and
- Other duties as assigned.
- There may occasionally be opportunities to assist DHI Specialists on farm and provide relief help in the sample-delivery department.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all testing equipment and supplies according to procedural standards on a daily basis;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand for prolonged periods of time, walk, bend, climb, lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, and move quickly to evade potentially-harmful situations; and
- Strong work ethic, with ability to work on your own, as well as in a team structure.
- A dairy-farm background is preferred, but not mandatory.
Compensation:
- Hourly wage;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
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Territory details:
Work from home and travel the central- and northern-Wisconsin area. It's necessary this individual live in the central- or northern-Wisconsin area. Application deadline: Dec. 15, 2024Your purpose:
Experience a career working with CentralStar Cooperative, the largest and fastest-growing Dairy Herd Information (DHI) program in the United States. As a full-time regional DHI Manager in the surrounding northern-Wisconsin area, you will work with other regional managers to oversee the effective management of the Dairy Herd Information (DHI) Services business unit at CentralStar. This includes planning, promoting, prospecting, marketing, guiding, directing, and coordinating programs and activities for the accomplishment of goals and objectives that support the overall vision and mission of the cooperative.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Provide supervision, mentorship, guidance, scheduling, annual reviews, and direction to DHI field staff using effective communication, coaching, goal setting, and active-leadership modeling;
- Train new DHI Specialists in accurate milk-sampling and data-collection procedures; component- and diagnostic-testing programs; analyzing test-day reports and other electronic data and analytics to assist with herd management; and how to operate herd- and cow-management software, including DART (formerly PCDART);
- Lead efforts to prospect for new customers and help grow the company;
- Provide on-farm DART support;
- Collaborate with Team Leaders to facilitate strong relationships among team-member employees in various business units;
- Actively promote products and services available through CentralStar;
- Step in to help with large-herd test days, if needed;
- Work to develop, coordinate, and conduct training workshops and other related meetings;
- Collaborate with other DHI Managers to prepare an annual department budget and work to control expenses by reviewing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements;
- Regularly review and oversee the DHI billing process, commission programs, and overall financial structure;
- Collaborate to oversee and monitor activities in preparation for the annual QCS audit;
- Research and review technology advancements for use by DHI field staff;
- Represent CentralStar Cooperative DHI services at allied industry events;
- Evaluate hiring needs and conduct interviews;
- Participate in regular staff meetings and other planning sessions;
- Actively work to expand personal knowledge through professional development; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must have a strong dairy-industry background with a passion for dairy-records consulting and analysis;
- Bachelor’s degree in management, agri-business, or a related field (or the equivalent in experience);
- Five or more years of experience as a manager or leader is desired;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Exceptional public-speaking skills, including pre-speech preparation, dynamic delivery efforts, and the ability to interact with the audience and answer questions;
- Must be self-motivated with a high degree of initiative;
- Strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills required;
- Display consistent professionalism;
- Demonstrate ability to engage and motivate others;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work independently, as well as in a team structure;
- Must be able to honor confidentiality;
- Requires a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record;
- Must be able and willing to travel, as necessary, throughout CentralStar’s service area; and
- Excellent computer skills, including but not limited to DART, DairyCOMP 305, BoviSync, spreadsheets, presentation programs, and customer-management programs, with the ability to learn other associated software, as needed.
Compensation:
- Salary;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program;
- Employee-awards program; and
- Company vehicle provided.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
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Entry-Level Milk-Sample Technician
Hours:
Full-time, first shift Full-time entry-level Milk-Sample Technicians work as part of a team in a state-of-the-art milk-sample-processing environment. Under the guidance of the facility supervisor, Milk-Sample Technicians carefully view and analyze milk samples for a variety of data points. They provide assistance to ensure equipment is operating properly, while making sure all samples are processed correctly by following strict guidelines set by the National Dairy Herd Information Association.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Assist with moving and organizing milk samples for processing;
- Perform accurate preparation of various chemicals for analysis of milk samples;
- Use state-of-the-art equipment to analyze milk samples;
- Prepare sample vials for use by team members in the field;
- Work together to maintain inventory and supply levels to ensure compliance with quality control;
- Clean equipment and work area; and
- Other duties as assigned.
- There may occasionally be opportunities to assist DHI Specialists on farm and provide relief help in the sample-delivery department.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all testing equipment and supplies according to procedural standards on a daily basis;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand for prolonged periods of time, walk, bend, climb, lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, and move quickly to evade potentially-harmful situations; and
- Strong work ethic, with ability to work on your own, as well as in a team structure.
- A dairy-farm background is preferred, but not mandatory.
Compensation:
- Hourly wage;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
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The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Your purpose:
As a full-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Preferred qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base salary with endless commission potential and paid training
- Full benefits package:
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- Employee-awards program
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the Fond du Lac- and Dodge-County, Wis., area.Your purpose:
As a full-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll experience the rewarding career of helping dairy and beef customers excel in herd reproduction and productivity. Genetics and reproduction are key performance indicators on farms; so, your expertise in this area is valuable to our producers. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of agricultural professionals, including other A.I. Specialists, DHI Specialists, Genetic Consultants, Reproductive Specialists, Area Sales Managers, and/or Team Leaders.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Work hands-on with cattle at various types of dairy and beef farms;
- Responsible for proper heat-detection and A.I. services;
- Grow knowledge of reproductive physiology and synchronization protocols;
- Learn and help with record analysis and reproductive consulting;
- Incorporate use of electronic heat- and health-monitoring systems;
- Carry out activities independently or with a small team; and
- Upload appropriate electronic paperwork and documentation daily.
Qualifications:
- Strong agricultural background with a dairy and/or beef focus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
- Exceptional work ethic, with ability to work on your own and with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Willing to travel, daily, to customers within a certain distance from your home.
- A.I. experience and knowledge of on-farm software is preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
- Base salary with endless commission potential and paid training
- Full benefits package:
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities; and
- Employee-assistance program.
- Employee-awards program
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
| Job Category | Full Time |
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Territory details:
Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the surrounding Fond du Lac, Wis., area.Your purpose:
The full-time DHI Specialist is an integral part of a dairy farm’s professional consulting team. Vast information impacting herd productivity, cattle health, animal welfare, sustainability, and profitability can conveniently and accurately be revealed with just a few ounces of milk. As a DHI Specialist, a major part of this career opportunity will be to advise customers on testing services to support an efficient, healthy, and profitable cow herd. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data analysis and decision-making to benefit the future of their operations.Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Transport DHI-testing equipment and racks with vials to farm;
- Set up and plug in testing meters;
- Computer work editing cows sold, calved, dried up, etc.;
- Visit and enjoy good conversation;
- Accurately collect milk samples and coordinating cow identification;
- Properly identify vials that need diagnostic testing (i.e. milk-pregnancy test, A1/A2, etc.)
- Wash DHI-testing equipment;
- Computer work to check for errors, ensure accuracy, and transfer data to laboratory;
- Invoice customer using company program;
- Organize shipping or delivery (depending on location) of vials to laboratory for component and diagnostic testing;
- Schedule future DHI milk-testing days; and
- Once lab work is complete, assist customer in analyzing test-day data and reports to help with herd management.
- DHI Specialists also spend time with our A.I./genetics business unit working together to prospect and grow business.
Qualifications:
- Animal-agricultural background;
- High-school diploma or equivalent;
- Enjoy the beauty and fresh atmosphere of early mornings;
- Be teachable and willing to learn;
- Outstanding people skills, with service-oriented attitude;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Demonstrates the ability to operate all DHI equipment and supplies according to procedural standards;
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds;
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to work on your own, as well as with a team;
- Valid driver’s license; and
- Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs.
- Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync is preferred, but not required. We will train.
Compensation:
- Salary to start, then commission;
- Paid training;
- Some flexibility in scheduling;
- Usually no weekend testing;
- Paid time off;
- Health-, dental-, and vision-insurance options;
- Flexible-spending account;
- 401 (k) – retirement savings plan with up to 4% match;
- Company-sponsored life insurance and long-term-disability insurance;
- Optional short-term-disability insurance;
- Continuing-education opportunities;
- Employee-assistance program; and
- Employee-awards program.
- We prefer to promote from within when advancement opportunities arise. Our investment in your training is critical in maintaining that goal.
About CentralStar Cooperative:
CentralStar’s goal of enhancing producer profitability through integrated services is fulfilled by incorporating an array of products and services critical to dairy-and-beef-farm prosperity. CentralStar’s product and service offerings include Accelerated Genetics, GenerVations and Select Sires genetics; extensive artificial-insemination (A.I.) technician service; genetic, reproduction, and dairy-records consultation; DHI services; diagnostic testing; herd-management products; research and development; and more. CentralStar’s administration and warehouse facilities are located in Lansing, Mich., and Waupun, Wis., with laboratories in Grand Ledge, Mich., and Kaukauna, Wis. The cooperative serves dairy and beef producers throughout Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, with additional DHI territory in various surrounding states.Job Features
| Job Category | Full Time |