PEAK Lab Technician

Job Description

PEAK LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

Are you a detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a team environment? Do you thrive by being challenged and having a new task to face each day? These are the qualities that would make an excellent laboratory technician with PEAK

*2% raise after 6-months of employment

POSITION OBJECTIVE

PEAK is looking to fill the position of Lab Technician for our Billings, MT., processing laboratory. In this role, individuals will process, evaluate, extend, package, and freeze bovine products. All training is done on-site

Hours: Three 8-hr days with Wednesday & Friday being high priority

ABOUT PEAK

At PEAK we develop sustainable cattle for our global clients using exceptional animal care and innovative technologies to provide superior genetics and high fertility products.

We have deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. URUS is a holding company with cooperative and private ownership and is positioned at the heart of the dairy and beef industry. Its family of companies include Alta Genetics, GENEX, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL and VAS, with each having its own unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS Group has 25 operating companies in 14 countries and employs approximately 2,000 people.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Perform processing duties as outlined by company protocols and SOPs
• Evaluate samples for motility, concentration, volume, and quality
• Print straws and maintain accurate records and inventory
• Keep records on bull registration and enter in appropriate databases
• Prepare, wash and sterilize lab equipment
• Perform routine maintenance to equipment and machines as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Capacity to work on feet and stand for long periods of time
• Willingness to learn and follow company protocols

Ideal

• Basic computer skills working with Microsoft Office

CHARACTERISTICS OF A SUCCESSFUL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, team environment
• Effective communicator with attention to detail
• Detail-oriented with a knack for organization and process
• Ability to work with numbers and input data
• Willingness to grow and develop both personally and professionally

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