Weekend Cattle Feeder

Alta Genetics•Sioux Center, IA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Weekend feeding of cattle. Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semen, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on-farm application of reproductive technologies. Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On-going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement. TOG has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, 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 has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Must be able to operate farm equipment.
Previous farm/heavy equipment experience required.
Ability to work with numbers.
Good communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Figures load sizes and feeds cattle twice a day.
Operates heavy machinery safely and responsibly, including but not limited to: feed trucks and wagons, tractors, and pay loaders.
Keeps equipment in good working order.
Weekend and Holiday rotation as needed.
Maintains a professional image reflective of Trans Ova’s industry position.
Follows Trans Ova’s policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

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