Job Description

Join PEAK and help support the programs behind the next generation of bovine genetics. As a Genetics Program Coordinator, you’ll work across data, documentation, testing, and program activities that help keep PEAK’s genetics programs moving forward.

From embryo and animal records to DNA testing, registrations, expenses, and animal movements, you’ll help keep important information organized and moving through each stage of the program. You’ll work with internal teams and external partners while learning a unique and specialized side of the genetics industry.

Our ideal candidate is located in or near Shawano, Wisconsin and is looking for a hybrid opportunity that offers a balance of working independently from home and collaborating with the team in the Shawano office.

Whether you bring experience from agriculture or a background in data, administration, or coordination, we welcome you to apply and bring your skills, curiosity, and willingness to learn to the PEAK team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain accurate data and records supporting PEAK genetics programs, including information related to embryos, pregnancies, calves, and genomic testing.
• Review information for completeness and follow up on missing or inconsistent details.
• Coordinate DNA sample submissions, genetic testing information, animal registrations, and transfers with laboratories and breed associations.
• Support the coordination of animal movements, health testing, embryo shipments, and required documentation.
• Process program-related invoices and expenses and provide supporting documentation to Accounting.
• Communicate and follow up with internal teams and external partners to keep activities and outstanding items moving forward.
• Maintain organized documentation and accurate information across PEAK systems and databases.
• Identify practical opportunities to simplify processes, improve efficiency, and reduce repetitive work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in data entry, administrative coordination, data management, operations support, or a similar area.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with detailed information.
• Strong follow-through with the ability to take ownership of responsibilities and move work forward.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and changing needs.
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft 365 applications.
• Ability and eagerness to learn new systems, processes, and specialized areas of the business.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with internal and external partners.

PEAK is the source of superior genetics to the URUS brands and the world. PEAK develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. PEAK people are in multiple countries and locations and have an extensive level of expertise, including genetics, operations, research, and data management.

PEAK 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.