Dairy Production Technician

Lactanet; Russell; Hybrid; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance

Internet allowance

Cell phone allowance

Union position

Job summary

Lactanet is seeking an On-Farm Dairy Production Technician (DPT) for a 15-month contract. The role involves visiting dairy farms daily to sample milk, collect data, and promote herd improvement services, with early mornings and evenings as part of the schedule.

From a home office, you will organize administrative tasks, travel, and scheduling while receiving on-the-job training. The position is unionized and requires travel to farms across rural routes in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Visit dairy farms daily at variable hours to sample milk, collect data, and promote our dairy herd improvement services to Lactanet customers.
• Assist and provide information to Lactanet customers about the interpretation and application of data collected.
• From your home office, you will independently arrange your administrative, travel and scheduling tasks.
• Actively participate in the job training provided.

Job description

Lactanet is currently accepting applications for a 15 months contract On-Farm Dairy Production Technician (DPT). Candidates should enjoy working alongside dairy cows within a farm environment, overseeing their schedule, and rural road travel. This is a union position.

Position Overview

• Visit dairy farms daily at variable hours to sample milk, collect data, and promote our dairy herd improvement services to Lactanet customers. Working hours will include early mornings and evenings.
• Assist and provide information to Lactanet customers about the interpretation and application of data collected.
• From your home office, you will independently arrange your administrative, travel and scheduling tasks.
• Actively participate in the job training provided.

Working Conditions

The work is mainly done on the farm at milking time, and some work is done from home. Allowance for mileage, Internet, and cell phone. The hourly wage is $24.51.