CentralStar Cooperative, Inc · 10 hours ago
Genetic and Reproductive Consultant
Michigan, United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years exp
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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.
Qualification
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Required
A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in the dairy-cattle industry is necessary.
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, 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;
Valid driver’s license;
Willing to travel to customers within your work territory.
Preferred
A bachelor’s degree in dairy/animal science, agribusiness, or a related area is preferred, but not required.
Experience in dairy and/or agricultural sales;
Benefits
Company vehicle
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
Company
CentralStar Cooperative, Inc
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.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Troy Ramaker
Chief Financial Officer
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