Milk Quality Technician - QMPS Warsaw

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a field technician to join the QMPS team in Warsaw, NY. The Field Technician thrives in an outcome-driven environment with clear deadlines, enjoys working on routine and detailed tasks, and is able to identify and troubleshoot problems using standard operating procedures (SOP). They are extremely reliable, flexible in dealing with unpredictable workloads, and work well under pressure in a team-based environment.

The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Schedule, travel to, and perform milking time surveys on dairy farms in New York and neighboring states for detection of udder infections; this requires travel and irregular hours, including evenings and early mornings
• Aseptically collect milk samples, identify abnormal udder secretions
• Examine milking systems and their installations using state of the art testing and evaluation equipment
• Observe and record environmental conditions and management practices based on developed SOP
• Collaborate with field veterinarians to troubleshoot farm problems and help producers meet milk quality goals
• Work on research projects and research trials; collect data, complete forms, and follow SOP
• Evaluate data from field surveys and questionnaires using various software applications including DHIA, DC305, LIMS

Employees working in the laboratory must receive the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire, which will be paid for by the department.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a science related field, with up to two years of experience working in agriculture, or an equivalent combination of experience and education
• Proficiency with a variety of computer programs; comfortable with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database management, and on-farm dairy management software systems
• Strong background/knowledge of dairy farm management and operation
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to observe cattle facilities, safely obtain milk samples from dairy cattle, and identify abnormal milk in a barn setting
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with tact and discretion
• Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds
• Must maintain a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in animal science
• At least two years of experience in dairy farm operation, involving herd health, and milking equipment function
• Basic knowledge of Hispanic culture with the ability to communicate in Spanish
• On-farm experience is a major advantage
• Familiarity with applied research and quality assurance programs

Important Details about the Position

• This is an onsite position located in Warsaw, NY
• This is a full-time three-year term position with potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance
• We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position
• Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position

This position is 39 hours per week. Specific schedules may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, University holidays and scheduled breaks. Must be able to travel, occasionally overnight, to other locations, including regional laboratories (Canton, Cobleskill, and Ithaca) and neighboring states, for work-related activities, including meetings, trainings, and/or to provide service to our clients.

The Following Documents are Required to be Submitted with your Application

• Resume
• Cover Letter

What We Offer:

Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition, as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 13 additional holiday days with generous holiday pay if you work on those days

• An award-winning employer provided benefits program
  • Comprehensive health care options
  • Access to wellness programs
  • Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
  • Generous retirement contributions
  • Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program
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Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.

Who We Are:

The Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC) is a high visibility and high-volume veterinary diagnostic laboratory that promotes the health, productivity, and welfare of food-and fiber-producing animals, companion animals, and zoo and wildlife populations. Through its comprehensive veterinary diagnostic services, the AHDC detects animal diseases and supports animal and public health, promotes environmental stewardship, and fosters economic growth.

Quality Milk Production Services (QMPS) serves the dairy industry of New York State by promoting the production of high-quality milk through the control and prevention of mastitis, and the avoidance of antibiotic residues in milk through field and laboratory diagnostic evaluations and recommendations.

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