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Territory details:

Hours: Full time Location: Work from home in Northwest Wisconsin; travel to farms in the Northwest-Wisconsin area.

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 to meet his/her individual genetic and reproductive needs.
• Utilize tools and programs to analyze, monitor, and troubleshoot reproductive problems or opportunities.
• Utilize 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 Wisconsin market area. This includes, but not limited to, implementation of genomic data, analysis of herd pedigrees, and linear evaluation of cows.
• Plan and facilitate Select Reproductive Solutions (SRS) services, including consultation and customized reproductive-management programs to help producers troubleshoot challenges and improve herd performance.
• 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:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the dairy-cattle industry is necessary and
• 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, BoviSync, 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 reproductive-program background; and
• Experience in dairy and/or agricultural sales.
• A valid driver's license; and
• Willing to travel to customers within your work territory.

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.

About CentralStar Cooperative:

CentralStar’s mission of enhancing producer profitability through integrated solutions for mutual success 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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Hours:

Full-time, first shift Location: Grand Ledge, Mich.

Your purpose:

Full-time Laboratory Technicians who work in diagnostics, work as part of a team in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment. Under the guidance of the Diagnostic Technical Specialist, Laboratory Technicians who work in diagnostics, carefully process and analyze milk, blood, tissue, fecal, etc. samples for a variety of diagnostic tests. They ensure laboratory equipment is operating properly, while making sure all samples are processed in a timely and accurate manner by following standard-operating procedures and strict quality-control measures. They report test results directly to dairy and beef producers across the Midwest that are directly applicable to making herd-management decisions and enhancing profitability on their farming operations.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

• Utilize and maintain state-of-the-art laboratory equipment involved in sample processing, DNA extraction, real-time PCR, and ELISA methods;
• Analyze samples for, including but not limited to: pregnancy, mastitis-causing pathogens, Johne’s Disease, leukosis (Bovine Leukemia Virus), Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus, Neospora, NEFA, and progesterone; and
• Action diagnostic-testing strategies while learning how they benefit herd-management decisions.

Qualifications:

• Laboratory experience, preferably with ELISA and PCR methods;
• Detailed record-keeping and organization skills;
• Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds; and a
• 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 mission of enhancing producer profitability through integrated solutions for mutual success 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 La Crosse, Vernon, and Monroe County, area. Ideally, this individual should be personable, motivated, and can work with small farms independently or as part of a team with larger dairies.

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 mission of enhancing producer profitability through integrated solutions for mutual success 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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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 mission of enhancing producer profitability through integrated solutions for mutual success 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.

[button link="/employment-application/" class="et_pb_module et_pb_button et_pb_button_0 btn btn-primary"]Apply Now[/button]   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 mission of enhancing producer profitability through integrated solutions for mutual success 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 mission of enhancing producer profitability through integrated solutions for mutual success 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 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;
• 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 mission of enhancing producer profitability through integrated solutions for mutual success 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.