Biotechnology Lab Assistant Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

ABS Global, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Weekend (MST) Manufacturing Service Technician (Weekend Night Shift) to support our lab. This position is located at our Rio, WI production facility.

The Manufacturing Service Technician has primary accountability for maintaining and ensuring that equipment is in proper working order. This role supports Production operations by maintaining production instrumentation and parts, managing supplies, maintaining logs, troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues, and assisting with special projects. We will consider the right candidate for either the weekend days.

• 3day schedule: Fri–Sat–Sun (12hour shifts, 36 hours total)
• Hours 5:00 PM to 5:30 AM, eligible for a $5.50/hr shift differential

Starting pay is $23.50/hr, plus the applicable weekend shift differential and merit.
The salary provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Genus considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to: the role, responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

• Provides troubleshooting and repairs of equipment in-house 
• Performs PMs on lab equipment and instrumentation
• Cleans microfluidic components
• Maintain inventory and record keeping
• Assist Technical Support management in ongoing CAPA/RCA projects as needed
• Safety statement:
• Uphold the Genus core values, mission and vision.
• Performs other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications: (required)

• Education:   HSE
• One year of lab or similar technical experience
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two-year technical degree in science-related field. 
• Experience in microfluidics, flow cytometry or laser optics a plus.

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

ABS Global is a Genus company and is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products.  Marketing in more than 70 countries around the globe, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941.  We are uniquely positioned as a global player with a dedicated research and development function and an international distribution network.  We breed and distribute the genes of the world’s best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock whose offspring is designed to increase the profitability of our customers who are some of the world’s biggest farmers and food producers. IntelliGen Technologies is the technology within ABS that develops sexed bovine genetics that helps customers maximize their profitability and reach their end goals in a fast and efficient manner.

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (employee time off). This position will have opportunities for growth. 

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. 

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.