Animal Care Technician

Maple Leaf Foods Inc; Douglas; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Animal Care Technician responsible for the day-to-day activities in a hog barn. This full-time role involves animal care, teamwork, and a commitment to health and safety practices. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving and communication skills and be able to lift weights as part of their duties.

Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to lift 25kg.

Responsibilities

• Assist with feeding and general care of pigs.
• Maintain herd health and environment for pigs.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance duties.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

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ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

Perfect Prairie Pork Sow (Douglas, MB area)

ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

Perfect Prairie Pork Sow (Douglas, MB area)

Starting Rate: $19.00

Position Summary

The Animal Care Technician works directly with the Manager, Hog Barn and is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day activities in the barn, which involve many physical demands including pushing, pulling, bending, lifting and continuous walking. 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.

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.

Education, Experience & Competency Requirements

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities and complex tasks simultaneously
• Ability to wear proper PPE and comply with safety requirements
• 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
• Able to live and teach our Maple Leaf Leadership Values
• Experience in hog production would be considered an asset
  
  

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.

Maple Leaf Foods is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse workforce. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our HR Team at [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Services, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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