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Are you looking for a great job opportunity in a rural community? Do you want to work for an innovative company that will invest in your potential? Welcome to HyLife; Canadas leading pork producer. HyLife creates limitless opportunities for passionate individuals in a global business setting. Our growing company is searching for top talent to join our team in the role of Swine Technician located in Leroy. This position reports to the Barn Manager.
Your days will include:
Carrying out feeding programs
Weighing and sorting pigs for transport
Washing & prepping empty rooms for animal entry
Performing minor maintenance tasks and general farm duties
Recognizing and treating livestock health issues
Maintaining livestock performance records
Other duties as assigned
To succeed in this role, you must possess:
A self-motivated attitude
Good work ethic
The ability to work well with others
Availability to work rotating weekend shifts
Minimum 1-year swine tech experience required
We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation based on experience and knowledge. You may qualify for an annual performance increase and/or bonus program and/or a premium.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation based on experience and knowledge. You may qualify for an annual performance increase and/or bonus program and/or a premium.
Experience that would be relevant for this opportunity: Farm hand, general labourer, construction, agriculture, production worker, team member, customer service representative, sales associate, retail, driver, crew member, guest experience, food service, restaurant, customer service, environment, environmental, etc.
We also have a rewarding employee referral program so join our team,refer someone,stay with a great employer and be rewarded!!
Your future starts now!
Essential Skills
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Specific Skills
- Write daily basic progress reports
- Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
- Feed and tend animals
- Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Repetitive tasks
- Attention to detail
- Standing for extended periods
- Walking
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Work Site Environment
- Noisy
- Odours