CentralStar Cooperative, Inc · 1 day ago
Milk testing, some agriculture background required
Seymour, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelCentralStar Cooperative is focused on enhancing producer profitability through integrated solutions for dairy and beef farms. The DHI Specialist plays a crucial role in advising customers on testing services to support herd productivity, health, and profitability, while also collecting milk samples and assisting with data analysis.
Business DevelopmentConsultingDairyGenetics
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
Qualification
Required
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
Fundamental computer skills with the ability to learn associated software programs
Preferred
Knowledge of DART, DairyComp305, and/or BoviSync
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Company
CentralStar Cooperative, Inc
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.
Founded in 2019
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Troy Ramaker
Chief Financial Officer
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