Associate Research Technician 2

$37,190 - $37,190/Yr

Land O'Lakes - Gray Summit, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Gray Summit, MO

101-250 employees

Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Associate Research Technician 2 position at Land O'Lakes, Inc. involves working part-time at the Purina Animal Nutrition Center, focusing on the care and management of young calves. This role is essential for supporting scientific research and innovation in animal nutrition, contributing to the well-being and health of the animals under care.

Responsibilities

• Feeding milk replacer and starter to young calves
• Conducting medical evaluations and treatments of animals
• Administering vaccinations
• Performing castrations and dehorning
• Collecting data related to animal care
• Bedding and cleaning pens
• Operating a skid steer and power washing
• Completing other assigned duties

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with skid steer or tractor
• Experience working with animals

Benefits

• Prorated PTO
• Holiday pay
• Employee development programs
• Prorated education assistance
• 401(k)