Data Processing Technician (One Year Contract)

Hendrix Genetics BV; Ariss; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading genetics company in Ontario is seeking a Data Processing Technician for a 1-year maternity leave contract. The position involves hands-on data collection and ensuring the reliability of data at farms and hatcheries. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in agriculture or animal science, along with at least 6 months of farm experience. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with team members to support R&D initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience working at a farm, preferably pedigree.
• Knowledge of data collection technologies is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Pedigree programs is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Hands on data collection for various processes at pedigree farms.
• Review, enter, and validate R&D data.
• Communicate data issues to R&D Data Manager and IT Support.

Skills

Hands on data collection

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or Animal Science

Tools

Data collection technologies (tablets, FlexyTool, Feed Stations)

Job description

We are looking to fill a 1-year maternity leave contract for the position of Data Processing Technician, based out of the Woodside Pedigree Complex in Ariss, ON. This role is responsible for the overall integrity and reliability of data at our farms / hatcheries (hands on support at facilities).

What are your main tasks and responsibilities?

• Hands on data collection for various processes and initiatives at the pedigree farms to ensure highest consistency, accuracy and quality of the collected data
• Review, enter, organize and validate R&D data
• Communicate data issues, errors or discrepancies to R&D Data Manager and IT Support, support with correcting data errors as needed
• Upkeep of data collection assets on farms
• Hands on support at the Pedigree hatchery to oversee processes, support with R&D initiatives, etc.
• Work closely with R&D Data Manager and other team members to understand and implement new projects and procedures
• Ad hoc projects as assigned
• Completion of routine sampling processes where required

Profile

• A minimum of 6 months experience working at a farm (preferably pedigree)
• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Animal Science or related field of study is preferred
• Knowledge of data collection technologies on farm (hardware such as tablets, FlexyTool, Feed Stations, etc.) is considered an asset
• Knowledge of Pedigree programs is considered an asset (flock flows, selections, etc.)
• High attention to detail
• Computer and technology skills
• Team player who is able to work well with people at all levels
• Excellent communication skills and is highly organized