The month of June is National Turkey Lover’s month! As an organization heavily involved in the turkey industry from many different aspects, it seems appropriate that we would celebrate this and highlight how you can incorporate more turkey into your menu. Whether you’re a fan of the classic Thanksgiving roast, deli-style turkey sandwiches, or love to enjoy a turkey burger hot off the grill, this month is all about enjoying the versatility of turkey! Try some new recipes, explore different marinades and spices, or mix things up by adding turkey to your favorite dish! Both the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association and the National Turkey Federation have an assortment of turkey recipes for you to experiment with. Get your grill out and enjoy!
New Poultry Division
Submitted by Nova-Tech Engineering
We’re excited to announce that we’ve recently created a Poultry Division! Our Poultry Division is similar to our Nova-Tech China Division and our future ShrimpWorks Division, with the goal of better serving each industry and its customers. Nova-Tech Engineering’s Poultry Division has been created as a way to focus on this area of our business and complement our growth. With this growth comes changes within our company and structure that we are eager to see come to life. Thank you to all of our team members who are stepping into this new division and the continued dedication they bring. The poultry industry remains of utmost importance to us as we continue to live our purpose of “creating revolutionary solutions that advance our customers’ ability to feed the world.”
Retirement
Congratulations to Galen “Puff” Puffenbarger, AI Crew Leader for Select Genetics – VA Breeder Division, on his retirement! Puff retired on April 5th after 52 Years of Services to the organization. He started working at the breeder division the summer he was 17 years old and never left. The team celebrated his retirement with a company retirement dinner. Also, pictured below is a photo of Puff helping to load out the very last birds of the division at the company farm. Emily Burke, Breeder Planning Coordinator stated, “It’s a true testament to his dedication to the job all these years.” Enjoy your retirement Puff!
Leadership Perspectives
Congratulations to John Byers, LSI Ag Business Analyst, and Tayla Boersma, MinnWest Project Assistant, on their graduation from the Leadership Perspectives program the end of May! This year marked the 32nd graduating class. Each year 30+ individuals participate in this program through the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. The program is designed to develop effective community leaders with vision and insight. Participants attend one full day session each month from September through May focusing on issues critical to our region’s future success.
National Safety Month
As we observe National Safety Month, it’s crucial to spotlight the life-saving impact of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). According to the American Heart Association, there are more than 357,000 EMS-assessed out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) each year in the U.S., and nearly 90% are fatal. AEDs, designed for ease of use by laypersons, significantly increase the chances of survival when used promptly. Statistics show that 9 in 10 cardiac arrest victims who receive a shock from an AED in the first minute live. Do you know where AEDs are located in your workplace? Have you noticed AEDs at sporting events or other public venues? Pulse Point AED is a free app that helps you to identify where registered AEDs are located near you. These portable devices are vital in public spaces, schools, and workplaces, ensuring that help is always close at hand. By making AEDs more accessible and educating the public on their use, countless lives can be saved and safer environments created for everyone.
Years of Service Anniversaries
Congratulations to the following team members who are celebrating Years of Service milestones in the month of June!
5 YEARS
Thomas Lovecraft | Nova-Tech Engineering
Josephine Hudoba | Nova-Tech Engineering
Julio Bravo Sanchez | Select Genetics
Luis Guadarrama Ramirez | Select Genetics
Miguel Juarez Zapata | Select Genetics
Alice Ritchie | Select Genetics
Lidia Chilel Lopez | Turkey Valley Farms
10 YEARS
Victor Hernandez Jr. | Select Genetics
Francisco Ibarra Rosales | Select Genetics
Robert Lauffer | Select Genetics
15 YEARS
Jadimarie Hopp | Nova-Tech Engineering
20 YEARS
Luserito Lopez | Select Genetics
25 YEARS
Gregory Herd | Select Genetics
Santiago Vega Avila | Select Genetics
30 YEARS
Donald Locklear | Select Genetics
35 YEARS
Jose Luis Santillan | Select Genetics
40 YEARS
Bradley Oxford | Select Genetics
Openings
Current status of all organizational openings.
Position | Company | Phase | Current Status | Contact |
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Chief Financial Officer
Apply Online | | Interviewing | Life-Science Innovations has a full-time opportunity for a Chief Financial Officer to join the team. We’re searching for an experienced CFO to join our team of high-performing professionals and keep our finances positioned for continued success. The CFO will have day-to-day, ongoing impact on company operations, helping to analyze, strategize, and grow our financial position. As a member of senior management, the CFO will be comfortable in a leadership role that requires clear and effective communication skills.Our goal at LSI is to provide tailored professional shared services to each of our customers, partnering with them to become an extension of their team. Headquartered in Willmar, MN, on the beautiful MinnWest Technology Campus, Life-Science Innovations employs people in a variety of roles and expertise. We hire technically passionate, positive, career minded individuals who align with our core organizational values.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Oversees and guides the objectives, initiatives and policies of the accounting/financial function for LSI.
- Analyzes trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses.
- Develops and reports on financial performance measures that support the company's strategic direction.
- Prepares short and long-term financial forecasts of financial performance for use in strategic business planning. Coordinates the annual planning with the Senior Leadership Team.
- Conducts financial analyses to support the companies’ operations and operational decision making.
- Manages company cash flow and oversees cash planning ensuring adequate availability of working capital to achieve strategic goals.
- Oversees all financial operations including financial planning, budgeting, financial and costing functions, cash management and audit.
- Manages all financial management administration, ensuring maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures in accordance with state and federal requirements and GAAP.
- Provides the status of the organizations’ financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting on key financial metrics and regularly reporting to senior management and the board.
- Maintains relationships with commercial bankers and credit facilities, ensuring the company has appropriate credit arrangements, negotiating terms, etc.
- Oversees monthly, quarterly and annual financial consolidation and reporting to senior management, the board and external stakeholders
- Maintains customer relationships and service delivery, implementing and monitoring key metrics to measure established SLAs. Calculates service fees, analyzes trends, costs, revenues, commitments and obligations incurred with customers to predict future revenue and expenses.
- Partners with HR in overseeing benefits program evaluation.
- Builds and engages a high performing team by selecting, on-boarding and training employees.
The ideal candidate will have the following educational and experience background:Knowledge:
- Strong knowledge in financial forecasting, accounting principles and financial data analysis.
- Clear understanding of GAAP.
- Familiarity with current finance and accounting related laws and regulations.
Skills:
- Proficiency in all aspects of corporate accounting methods.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other business software including ERP systems.
- Excellent communication skills, both orally and written; skilled in the art of negotiation.
- Possess strong leadership skills and business acumen.
Abilities:
- Ability to prioritize and delegate responsibilities in an effective and efficient manner.
- Ability to make important decisions under pressure, with integrity and solid moral judgment.
- Expert problem solver, analytical thinker, and decision maker.
- Strong, collaborative business partner to the Senior Leadership Team.
- Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration between Finance, HR, IT and Operational Teams.
Experience:
- Extensive experience in the financial sector with a strong financial vision and insight.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior finance position.
- Previous experience in animal health, biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry preferred.
Education:
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree in business management, finance, accounting, or related field.
- Master’s degree and/or CPA preferred.
Our Purpose is to Share Smarter, Serve Better - By providing tailored professional shared services, partnering with our customers to become an extension of their team. Our Guiding Values:
- Employee Well-Being: We are committed to maximizing every employee’s talent in their role within the organization, and care about the well-being of each employee from a whole-life perspective.
- Communication | Collaboration: Success is built on relationships. We will bring expertise, professionalism and a genuine love for our craft to the table – and expect the same in return.
- Stewardship: Our investment of time, talent, and treasure will do great things in the long run. We make decisions based on our responsibility to our employees, our customers, our stakeholders and our community.
- Trustworthiness: There are no substitutes for honesty and kindness and doing what’s right.
- Excellence: We are persistent in achieving objectives efficiently and effectively; finding new ways to grow our company and each other
Benefits at LSI:
We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, company paid short and long term disability, and company paid life insurance.To Apply or Further Inquire Contact:Rachel Weiss | Talent Acquisition SpecialistRachel.Weiss@life-scienceinnovations.com(320) 222-9790Read More | Rachel |
Hatchery Maintenance Tech I/II | Terre Haute, IN
Apply Online | | Open | This role will be responsible for the general overall maintenance of the facilities and automation equipment utilized in the poult hatching process under the direction of the Hatchery Maintenance Supervisor.
Qualifications and Skills
- General knowledge of machinery and the diagnostic acumen to repair broken machinery.
- Able to work with a variety of tools and equipment including, but not limited to, a forklift, welding equipment, electric drill, electric meter, wrenches and screwdrivers.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to follow and adhere to the management all of company’s policies and regulations for bio security, animal welfare and safety.
- Must exhibit safe work habits and use of safety equipment and PPE when necessary.
Physical Qualifications:
- Must have good hand-eye coordination.
- Must be in good physical condition as this role is expected to be moving constantly and occasionally lifting heavy objects and maneuvering heavy machinery up to 60 lbs.
- The work environment includes exposure to dust and certain chemicals and fumes as well as extreme weather conditions and live animals.
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Farm Manager | Strawn, IL
Apply Online | | Open | Farm Manager
This position is responsible for breeding turkeys.
Select Genetics presents a solid platform to serve customers nationally and internationally by providing quality poults, service, and innovation. Select Genetics is the leading supplier of poults to growers and companies worldwide. The Farm Manager’s requirements are as follows:
- Basic math skills are essential.
- Basic computer skills preferred.
- Be a self-starter without the need for constant supervision.
- Good written and verbal communication.
- Good reading skills.
- Wash and disinfect turkey production facilities in a safe and organized manner.
- Follow all the company’s rules and regulations for biosecurity, animal welfare, and safety.
- Work productively with peers in building an effective team.
- Be willing to help in any area to get the job done.
- Work with a variety of tools and equipment.
- Have the ability to push, bend, stoop, squat, pull, and lift 50lbs or more
- Successfully work with live animals.
- Organize and prioritize responsibilities to ensure efficient operations.
- Perform the job duties while constantly moving and using hands, occasionally lifting objects while being exposed to dust, cold, humidity, heat, chemicals, and fumes.
- Work an extended workday, night, and weekend if needed.
- Present a positive and professional image of the company.
- Exhibit courtesy and professionalism in everything you do.
- Effective time management.
- Willingness to work varied schedules where some weekends will be required.
- Run/review activity reports determining the progress and status in attaining objectives, conference with the Serviceman to revise objectives and plans following current conditions.
- Other duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
- Lead, trained, motivated, and mentored employees on the farm with the objective of building and maintaining a high-performing team to meet or exceed production goals
- The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the company’s needs.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent or 2 years related experience.
- Experience with live animals or turkey farms is preferred.
- Does not own or operate around backyard poultry, foul, or swine operations off-duty.
- Knowledge and/or experience of animal husbandry and welfare preferred.
- A valid Driver’s License and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record if needed.
- Bi-lingual Spanish speaking skills are a plus.
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Full-Time Class A CDL Truck Driver | Osceola, IA
Apply Online | | Open | Select Genetics is now hiring for Full-Time Class A CDL Truck Drivers!
COME JOIN OUR FAST-PACED AND HARDWORKING TEAM!
- $24.17-$29.20 AN HOUR, DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE.
- HEALTH INSURANCE, VISION INSURANCE, DENTAL INSURANCE, 401K MATCHING,HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT, LIFE INSURANCE, PAID TIME OFF.
Select Genetics is a specialized transportation company with newer equipment. If you have a Class A CDL and a clean record, we need drivers to transport our day-old poults (baby turkeys), eggs, and supplies.
Runs include local and long distance and are generally during the week (some Saturdays). The position offers excellent benefits and earning potential, with our most competitive drivers earning over $100,000!
Responsibilities:
- Maintaining a license to drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs;
- Meeting all requirements of Department of Transportation (DOT) at all times;
- Operating and prioritizing safety rules and standards while driving your assigned vehicle;
- Performing pick-up, unload, and safe transport for day old poults or eggs while handling all Company information with complete confidentiality;
- Maintaining a clean vehicle in order to uphold vital Biosecurity and Animal Welfare standards;
- Ensuring timely transport and delivery while using on a predetermined route;
- Ensuring contents are properly secured in truck or flatbed to prevent damage/injury;
- Following a tight delivery schedule while also resting at appropriate times in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Confirming that the contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document and obtaining all applicable signatures to confirm and complete deliveries;
- Notifying managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered to include electronic equipment such as Smart phones, E-log tablets, or mechanical issues;
- Demonstrating the ability to understand map reading and route planning utilizing GPS and other routing systems;
- Maintaining detailed and accurate driving and delivery logs to include Electronic logbooks;
- Adhering to company policies, procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations at all times;
- Obeying all applicable traffic laws and driving in safely according to the weather/road conditions;
- Demonstrating excellent attendance as scheduled;
- Assisting with truck or trailer sanitation/wash bay as needed;
- Performing all duties and projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
Education, Experience, Knowledge, & Skills:
- Completed High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred;
- Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required with proper endorsements;
- Proven experience of 2+ years in commercial truck driving preferred;
- Clean driving record with no moving violations;
- Acceptable MVR check, pre-employment drug test and PSP background check.
- Demonstrated skill and experience at driving, backing up and parking large, heavy vehicles.
- Ability to operate a manual transmission (preferred).
- Ability to remain alert, focused, and demonstrate attention to detail.
- High physical stamina and focus during long driving shifts.
- Comfortable with long-haul transport.
- Ability to qualify for a U.S. Passport and drive international trips (if applicable for hiring location).
- Proficient using GPS and other routing systems.
- Ability to operate or willingness to learn electronic logs.
- Ability or willingness to learn to operate electronic equipment.
- Experienced in Map reading and route planning.
- Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful.
- High level of composure and stress management.
- Excellent use of active listening and customer service skills.
- Experience working with live animals or egg handling preferred.
- Ability to follow all company regulations pertaining to bio security, animal welfare and safety.
There is an up to $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified new hires, and we pay referral bonuses.
Select Genetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participant in E-Verify.Read More | Misty |
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Employee Count
As of 6/15/24 we have 2,228 employees
Human Resources is a 360 degree business partner with our family of affiliates to attract, engage, retain and develop our most valuable resource: our people. We are located on the first floor of Life-Science Innovations on the MinnWest campus at 1800 Technology Drive. We look forward to working with you!
Please message us via email at human.resources@life-scienceinnovations.com or give us a call at
320.222.9750 and select Human Resources, option 1