Team Lead, Hog Barn - Farrowing

Maple Leaf Foods; Sperling; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Farrowing Team Lead to oversee activities in hog farrowing areas. This role involves managing staff, ensuring animal health and welfare, and implementing production goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of biosecurity and cleanliness. Join a diverse team where your contributions will help shape the future of swine production, and enjoy opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in swine production required.
• Preferred experience in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Manage Occupational Health and Safety and animal welfare.
• Supervise staff and ensure cleanliness in farrowing areas.
• Monitor inventory and implement feeding programs.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Job description

TEAM LEAD, HOG BARN - FARROWING Sperling, MB – Full Time Position

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager, Hog Barn, the Farrowing Team Lead is responsible for all activities that occur in farrowing areas, as well as leading and supervising staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages Occupational Health and Safety.
• Works with the Manager to implement programs set out by MLAF to achieve specific production goals.
• Manages animal health and welfare, Biosecurity, vaccinations and reports any health concerns to the Manager.
• Follow and implement farrowing group work plans.
• Monitor ventilation and heat settings throughout the barn areas.
• Accurately record and analyze data.
• Monitor inventory of medication and supplies and place orders through the Manager.
• Ensure farrowing areas are clean and that washing and disinfecting procedures are followed.
• Report any unusual problem areas to Barn Manager.
• Implement MLAF sow and piglet feeding programs.
• Monitor hog body conditions and animal comfort.
• Follow culling criteria and implement along with the Manager.
• Supervise and evaluate staff.
• 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 license 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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