Production Bird Care Technician (Weekend, Days 9AM)

CEVA SANTE ANIMALE; Guelph; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend compensation differential

Job summary

CEVA Santé Animale in Guelph, ON is seeking a Bird Care Technician to manage bird room cleaning and care, ensuring compliance with production protocols. The role supports vaccine production and may involve weekend work after training.

The position requires basic cleaning and bird care knowledge, plus the ability to operate technical equipment and maintain accurate records. Weekend differential applies and normal shifts run Friday–Mon.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning and bird care.
• Knowledge of documentation and record keeping.
• Able to operate technical machinery and computerized equipment.
• Passion for farming and working with animals.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist with the production of different Eimeria species in the laboratory as per the production schedule.
• Record in Logbook when rooms cleaned and disinfected.
• Record daily temperature of all refrigerated units; report problems.

Skills

Drive Ambition & Accountability

Influence Others

Collaborate with Empathy

Engage & Develop

Shape Solutions out of Complexity

Client Focus

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The success of a company depends on the passionate people we partner with.

Together, let's share our talents.

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.

Your Missions

Bird Care Technician

• Eligible for weekend compensation differential

Friday-Monday

Friday & Monday 9:00am-9:00pm

Saturday & Sunday 9:00am-5:0pm

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Detailed, accurate, concurrent, complete record keeping
• Follows all safety procedures
• Follows standard operation procedures and company policies
• 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

Competencies

• Drive Ambition & Accountabilities
• Influence Others
• Collaborate with Empathy
• Engage & Develop
• Shape Solutions out of Complexity
• Client Focus

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Basic knowledge of cleaning and bird care
• Knowledge of documentation and record keeping
• Able to operate technical machinery and computerized equipment (incl. machine controls and instrumentation)
• You have a passion for farming and working with animals

Disclosures

• This requisition is for a current opening at our Guelph, ON facility
• Targeted salary range is between $45,760-49,071 but may vary dependent upon education, skills and experience