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Administrative
Wisconsin
Posted 2 months ago
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Details:

Location: Waupun, Wis., office Number of positions: 1 Reports to: Executive Assistant and Office Manager (one person) Hours: Full time, first shift

Your purpose:

Under the direction and supervision of the Executive Assistant and Office Manager, the full-time Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for team-member scheduling of CentralStar Cooperative A.I. (Artificial Insemination) Specialists and Team A.I. Technicians in accordance with company policies and procedures, ensuring adequate coverage is maintained and optimal service expectations are achieved for our owner dairy farmers and beef producers.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

  • Creates and maintains the master relief-A.I.-team-member schedule;
  • Strategically coordinates and adjusts A.I.-team-member schedules like a puzzle, ensuring optimal coverage, efficient resource allocation, and seamless alignment of availability with business needs;
  • Clearly communicates scheduling updates and changes to team members within 24 hours, with the goal of balancing business priorities with individual needs to foster understanding and collaboration, and to do so using professional empathy, if needed;
  • Utilizes Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 to execute duties as assigned;
  • Tracks and summarizes monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports;
  • Helps to train new team members;
  • Supports leadership’s goal of fostering strong relationships between team members to promote a positive work culture of engagement and synergy for the purpose of retention and just providing an overall nice place to work; and
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Associate degree or equivalent preferred, with at least 1-2 years of experience in administration;
  • Strong computer skills, including but not limited to office programs and e-mail associated with Microsoft 365, with the ability to learn other associated software, as needed;
  • Highly organized and able to work independently, as well as in a team structure;
  • Outstanding people skills, with service-orientated attitude;
  • Excellent communication skills;
  • Natural skill to work through stressful situations;
  • Ability to take on new projects and coordinate with others involved; and
  • Knowledge of dairy/agriculture is preferred, but not mandatory.

Compensation:

  • Hourly wage 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; 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

This position is based in our Waupun, Wis., office. Under the direction and supervision of the Executive Assistant and Office Manager, the full-time Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for team-memb...

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DHI Specialist
Iowa, South Dakota
Posted 4 months ago
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Territory details:

Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the Sioux Falls, S.D., and northwest Iowa 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 may spend some time prospecting to 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

Sioux Falls, S.D., and northwest Iowa area: Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in this territory. DHI Specialists collect milk samples, process paperwork, and assist dairy farmers with data ana...

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A.I. Specialist
Wisconsin
Posted 1 year ago
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Territory details:

Work from home, and travel to dairy farms in the Shawano and Green Bay 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

Job Category

Full Time

Territory: Shawano and Green Bay area of Wisconsin. Work from home and travel to farms in the Shawano and Green Bay area of Wisconsin. As a full-time Artificial Insemination (A.I) Specialist, you’ll...

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Milk-Sample Technician
Posted 2 years ago
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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 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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DHI Specialist
Posted 2 years ago
[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 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.

Apply here for future opportunities.

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A.I. Specialist
Posted 2 years ago
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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.

Apply here for future opportunities.

Apply Now!

A.I. Specialist
Wisconsin
Posted 2 years ago
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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 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

Various areas throughout Wisconsin.