Animal Care Technician

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Killarney; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food production is seeking an Animal Care Technician in the Killarney area. This role involves ensuring the health and care of pigs, while maintaining production standards and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a background in hog production being a plus.

Benefits

Paid benefits package

Enrollment in Maple Leaf Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in hog production would be considered an asset.
• Ability to wear proper PPE and comply with safety requirements.
• Weekend and holiday hours required on a rotational basis.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to lift 25kg

Education

Valid driver’s license

Job description

ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

(Killarney, 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:

• 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.