Trans Ova Genetics is seeking a Cattle Production Assistant to support our professional service team in cattle procedures, data entry, and organization. As a Cattle Production Assistant, you would play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of Trans Ova Genetics’ professional services team. This position is responsible for assisting with advanced reproductive procedures and ensuring accurate data collection and entry. The role requires hands-on involvement with both donor and recipient cattle, utilizing low-stress livestock handling techniques to ensure animal well-being and procedure success. 

This position demands a strong work ethic, a high level of attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting Trans Ova's mission of delivering cutting-edge reproductive technologies in a professional and client-focused manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist professional service team with chute side procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of procedures and data entry.
• Maintain a clean and safe work space in cattle handling areas.
• Prepare chute rooms for daily work load as outlined by weekly work schedule.
• Low stress handling of recipient and donor animals through working facilities.
• Provide timely and excellent client service.
• Assist with recipient and donor activities as needed including weekend rotations.
• Organize and maintain inventories needed for procedures.
• Maintain a professional image reflective of Trans Ova’s industry position.
• Follow Trans Ova’s policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Requirements:

High school diploma or GED.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Job requires ability to work in adverse/outdoor conditions, good physical mobility and above average strength/conditioning.  Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.  Animals, especially if handled improperly, can cause injury.  Ability to lift 50 lbs. and be on feet walking or standing for long periods of time.

Other skills/experience:

Must be organized and have effective communication skills.

Excellent cattle handling skills and patience are required.

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.