Pork Production Technician (NOC Code: 8252) | |
| Job ID | E0-BF-6D-75-AD-F3 |
| Company | Premier Quality Genetics, Inc. |
| Location | West Lorne |
| Province | Ontario |
| Date Posted | 2021-04-20 |
| Posted Until | 2021-10-17 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Description | |
| Premier Quality Genetics, Inc. is in need of Pork Production Technicians Employment Terms: Full Time - Permanent Duties And Responsibilities: • Engaged in all day-to-day operation within the specific area of the swine production unit assigned (i.e. breeding, farrowing, weaning) • Monitor pig health, recognize and treat certain livestock health problems and/or report concerns • Interpret labels, handle and administer medications and vaccines as directed • Perform piglet processing duties such as tattooing, clipping tails and castrating • Ensure accurate records are kept including computerized records • Monitor and set water lines, proper ventilation and temperatures in barns • Ensure the company's standard protocol and Animal Welfare Codes of Practice is followed by all staff • Carry out Company’s program to ensure production targets are met • Follow safe manure management procedure when cleaning out manure pits • Maintain a clean and safe environment for the animals and employees including power washing as needed • Selection and load pigs to customers and/or offsite finisher barns • Reporting safety concerns to the safety representative and/or Unit Manager • Perform other related duties as required such as general/routine maintenance of facilities. Working Hours: 9 hours/day, 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM (working hours may vary depending on stage of piglet production), 1.5 varied days off per week, rotating weekend schedule Benefits: vacation pay (4% of wages) with 3 days sick leave per year after 3 months of probationary employment, Free off-site housing including utilities, No-cost transportation to and from the offsite housing location to the work location Work Location: 26360 Dymock Line, West Lorne, ON N0L 2P0 | |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Salary | $15.73/hour for 50 hours/ week |
| Credentials | Related certificate/diploma in Agriculture and Livestock Husbandry is an asset but not required |
| Education Requirements | Completion of secondary education is required. |
| Essential Skills | - Must have strong interest in the welfare of animals to ensure a happy, healthy and productive herd - Basic knowledge in computer operation - Driver's license is required |
| Experience | Minimum 1 year experience in handling swine and barn equipment is required |
| Languages | English |
| Work Settings | Noisy, dusty and odours |
| How To Apply | Mail or E-mail resume Address: 26360 Dymock Line, West Lorne, ON N0L 2P0 E-mail: jacobcsimpson@gmail.com |
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