Animal Care Technician

Swine Technician/Animal Care Technician Bear Hills Sow (20 minutes from Biggar) We have a comprehensive, company paid, benefits for full time employees, which includes Major Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, as well as enrollment in the Maple Leaf Pension Plan. POSITION 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, cleaning and clerical duties including but not limited to maintaining door charts, inventory trackers, ordering feed and medication. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION: Willingness and ability to learn; strong team and interpersonal skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision Positive work ethic and attitude, attention to detail Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities and complex tasks simultaneously Ability to lift 25kg A valid drivers license and the ability to get to and from work located in a rural area is required Weekend, holiday hours and alarm attending are required on a rotational basis Experience in hog production would be considered an asset Please submit resume to: Email: [email protected] or Text 431-279-MLAF (6523) We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.