Team Lead, Hog Barn

Maple Leaf Foods; Fairlight; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Team Lead for their Hog Barn facility. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to manage various aspects of hog production, including animal health, breeding, and staff supervision. The ideal candidate will have experience in swine production and a passion for leadership, ensuring a safe and productive environment. You will work closely with the Barn Manager to implement programs that achieve production goals while fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence. Join a diverse workforce that values growth and development, and take the next step in your career with endless opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in swine production required.
• Supervisory experience preferred with strong leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage health and safety, animal welfare, and breeding processes.
• Supervise staff and ensure cleanliness and maintenance of the barn.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Tools

Data recording tools

Job description

TEAM LEAD, HOG BARN Fairlight, SK– Full Time Position

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager, Hog Barn, the Team Lead will be accountable for all areas and activities of the facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manages Occupational Health and Safety.
2. Works with Barn Manager to implement programs set out by MLAF to achieve specific production goals.
3. Manages animal health and welfare, Biosecurity, vaccinations and reports any health concerns to the Barn Manager.
4. Detect heat patterns; carry out natural or artificial insemination.
5. Follow and implement breeding and farrowing group work plans.
6. Plan weanling schedules along with the Barn Manager.
7. Select sows to be weaned and prepare and record weanling shipping numbers.
8. Monitor ventilation and heat settings throughout the barn areas.
9. Accurately record and analyze data.
10. Monitor inventory of medication and supplies and place orders through Barn Manager.
11. Ensure breeding and farrowing areas are clean and that washing and disinfecting procedures are followed.
12. Report any unusual problem areas to Barn Manager.
13. Implement MLAF sow and piglet feeding programs.
14. Monitor hog body conditions and animal comfort.
15. Follow culling criteria and implement along with Barn Manager.
16. Supervise and evaluate staff.
17. General maintenance.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of one year of experience in a swine production role is required.
• Experience in a supervisory/management role with the ability to lead a team is preferred.
• Grade 12 diploma is preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written).
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities and complex tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to live and teach our Maple Leaf Leadership Values.
• Weekend and holiday hours are required on a rotational basis.
• A valid driver’s licence is required as the successful candidate must have the ability to get to and from work located in a rural area.

Please submit resume to:
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