Lab Assistant Jobs in Portage, WI (NOW HIRING)

ABS Global, a Genus company, has exciting opportunities! We are taking applications for a Temporary Part-time Production Lab Technician to participate in production operations, including assembly, processing, and/or packaging. The positions are located at our labs in Rio, WI and Windsor, WI. The Temporary Part-time Production Lab Technician roles have the primary accountability for operating production equipment for processing cell sexing technology. These positions are hired on for a period of 3 months and can be extended depending on work availability.

These positions are perfect for our Early Career applicants, looking to gain lab experience while attending school. Two programs we work with to accommodate education programs are the Youth Apprenticeship (YA) Program through Wisconsin Workforce Development and Madison Area Technical College. This position will allow you to satisfy the minimum of 192 hours work experience requirement in the Biotechnology Laboratory Technician Associate Degree program at MATC or the 450 hours of work experience with the YA program.

Our Early Career Program Manager will work with your manager to help ensure YA documentation standards are completed for the program!

This is an ongoing job posting. Apply now to tell us more about what program you are enrolled in and what your availability looks like!

Final scheduled hours will be determined based on your availability for shifts between 6-12 hours long within the Available Weekend Shifts below:

Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday Day Shift (5:00 AM – 5:30 PM) – $23.50/hr

OR

Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday Night Shift (5:00 PM – 5:30 AM) – $26.50/hr

Additional weekday hours may be available based on business needs.

Please visit our website for more information about the education programs we support including Youth Apprenticeship and MATC Biotechnology Associate Degree program.

• Follow SOP and maintain lab documentation, Provide accurate, timely and quality packaging of bovine semen in accordance with ABS standards.
• Learn other ancillary processes throughout the production lab as business needs necessitate.
• Adhere to proper cleaning, sanitation and sterilization protocols for all processing and collection equipment.
• Provide ideas for improvement in the work environment.
• Communicate issues to appropriate personnel (leads, supervisors, manager, support group.
• Perform all assigned duties based on daily production needs.
• Follow safe work procedures and report any incidents.
• Perform other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Required:

• Must possess or be working toward a local High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be enrolled in and attending a local course of education either in high school, GED program, technical college or university.
• Must live locally, no relocation authorized for this role.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift/transfer 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on always maintaining the highest level of quality.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Ability to utilize a computer, keyboard, and mouse to accomplish work tasks (includes but is not limited to the ability to look at computer monitor screens for the entirety of assigned shift).
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Experience within a production laboratory setting.

Working Conditions:

• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Monitor equipment and computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Exposure to chemicals occasionally (PPE is provided).

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.

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

Our Values

Collaborate as One Team

Create Value for Customers

Innovate with Purpose

Never stop Improving

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.

Part time roles at Genus are not eligible for benefits. However, we offer competitive compensation along with the opportunity to build your skillset. Full time roles at Genus come with a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, and ETO (employee time off). Students who excel in their roles are considered competitive applicants to permanent roles if they choose to apply.

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.