Summer Student

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Petersfield; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods seeks a Summer Student for the Animal Care Technician role. The position entails responsibility for the care of pigs, production assistance, and team collaboration in a rural setting. Applicants must exhibit problem-solving and communication skills, and be eligible student employees in Manitoba.

Qualifications

• Experience in hog production is an asset.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Must be at least 16 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist with feeding and general care of pigs.
• Maintain herd health and environments.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Students attending school

Job description

SUMMER STUDENT
Paradigm Nursery(Petersfield, MB Area)


POSITION SUMMARY
The Animal Care Technician works directly with the team lead and is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day activities in the barn. This position requires the person to be part of a team working towards specific production goals.

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 and cleaning.


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in hog production will be considered an asset
• 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
• A valid driver’s license or the ability to get to and from work located in a rural area is required
• Weekend and holiday hours are required on a rotational basis

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

To work for the Province of Manitoba as a student employee, you must meet two requirements:

• At least 16 years of age at the time of employment, and
• Attending school either full-time or part-time during the current academic year and returning in the fall.

Please submit resume to:
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