Animal Care Technician

Maple Leaf Foods; Altona; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their production team. This role involves caring for pigs, maintaining herd health, and performing various maintenance and clerical tasks. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong teamwork, self-motivation, and attention to detail, thriving in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to health and safety, you will contribute to achieving specific production goals while adhering to humane treatment standards. Join a diverse team where your growth opportunities are limitless and make a significant impact in the agricultural sector.

Benefits

Major Medical

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Strong team and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production, including care of pigs and maintaining herd health.
• Perform general maintenance, cleaning, and clerical duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Self-motivation

Attention to Detail

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Ability to Lift 25kg

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Experience in Hog Production

Job description

Altona (MB Area)

Our company paid benefits package for full time employees includes Major Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, as well as enrollment in the Maple Leaf Pension Plan.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting with all areas of production including the feeding and general care of pigs, maintaining herd health and environment for pigs, pressure washing and preparing rooms, as well as, general maintenance, cleaning and clerical duties including but not limited to maintaining door charts, inventory trackers, ordering feed and medication. This position requires the candidate to be part of a team working towards specific production goals, while adhering to health and safety policies and procedures, and following MLAF SOPs regarding the humane treatment of animals under our care.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION:

• Willingness and ability to learn; strong team and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Positive work ethic and attitude, attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities and complex tasks simultaneously
• Ability to lift 25kg
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to get to and from work located in a rural area is required
• Weekend, holiday hours and alarm attending are required on a rotational basis
• Experience in hog production would be considered an asset

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit resume to:
Email: [e-mail]

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

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