ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN
Southern Valley Finisher (Pembina Valley area, SC MB) – Full or Part Time Position
Starting Wage - $14.60 Per Hour
POSITION SUMMARY
The Animal Care Technician works directly with the Manager, Hog Barn, 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
- Works with the Manager to achieve and exceed productivity requirements, including but not limited to: Health and Safety, Quality Control, Animal Welfare, Maintenance, Ventilation, and Bio-security
- Works with the manager to achieve excellent marketing results
- Perform clerical duties to include but not limited to tasks such as maintaining door charts, inventory trackers, ordering feed and medication
- Pressure washing and cleaning facilities between batches
- General maintenance and repair of buildings and site
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 licence and 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
Please submit resume to:
Fax:
204.355.4404 Email:
mlafjobs@mapleleaf.com