Production Bird Care Technician (6-Month Contract)

CEVA SANTE ANIMALE; Guelph; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in animal health is seeking a Production Bird Care Technician for a 6-month contract in Guelph, Ontario. This entry-level position involves ensuring the care of birds and assisting in vaccine production within a supportive and innovative environment. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and a passion for animal care.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with farm or lab animals is ideal.
• Knowledge of documentation and basic machinery operation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for bird room cleaning and bird care.
• Assist in vaccine production and ensure compliance with SOPs.
• Maintain accurate records of animal care and equipment.

Skills

Documentation and record keeping

Animal care

Cleaning and sanitization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Technical machinery

Job description

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As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing , producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet.

We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife.

Indeed, Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach.

As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

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Production Bird Care Technician

6-Month Contract

Guelph, ON

Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30pm

The Poultry Barn Cleaner and Bird Care Technician will be responsible for the bird room cleaning and bird care, ensuring that all aspects of animal care and vaccine production are in compliance with approved Outlines of Production (O.P.), Special Outlines (S.O) and Standard Operating Procedures. (S.O.P.)

Additionally, will assist in vaccine production and may be required to work weekend after initial training.

Duties Include

General Preparation of Equipment, Supplies and Rooms

• Weekly inventory check of supplies
• Clean and sanitize production and animal facilities
• Maintenance and Care of birds and bird rooms
• Order Feed and Supplies as needed
• Help with the inoculation of birds.
  
  

Vaccine Production in the Laboratory

• Assist with the production of different Eimeria species in the laboratory as per the production schedule.
• Assist with general cleaning duties associated with the daily operations.
  
  

General Documentation

• Detailed, accurate, concurrent, complete record keeping
  
  

General Miscellaneous

• Follows all safety procedures
• Follows standard operation procedures and company policies
  
  

Maintenance and Care of Birds and Bird Rooms

• Feed and water all birds and record observations as set out
• Control room temperature and humidity
• Replace or clean vent filters
• Clean and disinfect empty bird rooms
• Record in Logbook when rooms cleaned and disinfected
• Record daily temperature of all refrigerated units; report problems
• Order Feed and Supplies as needed
  
  

Your Profile

About You

• You have a minimum education of a High School Diploma or GED
• Ideally, you have previously worked with farm or lab animals
• Idally you have basic knowledge of cleaning and bird care.
• You have knowledge of documentation and record keeping.
• You are able to operate technical machinery and computerized equipment (incl. machine controls and instrumentation).
• You have a passion for farming and working with animals.
• You think science and innovation is awesome.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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