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Work Environment
Fast-paced environment;
Repetitive tasks;
Handling heavy loads;
Physically demanding;
Attention to detail;
Hand-eye co-ordination;
Combination of sitting, standing, walking;
Standing for extended periods;
Bending, crouching, kneeling;
Work under pressure;
Attention to detail;
Tight deadlines;
Team Player
Oral communication
Written communication
Organized
Management Capability (Company will give Training if Candidate is willing to learn)
Maintain quality control and production records;
Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers;
Develop work schedules and establish procedures;
Supervise and oversee breeding and other livestock-related programs;
Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed
Livestock Management
Working in all areas of the hog barn
Ensure proper handling of stock
Carry out Companys program to ensure production targets are met;
Carry out feeding routine for sows and boars and perform routine service on feed equipment
Provide water for animals and perform routine maintenance on water drinkers and equipment
Monitor pig health, recognize signs of disorder and report concerns
Ensure the Units biosecurity protocol and Animal Welfare Codes of Practice is followed by all staff
Operate a high-pressure washer and ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards for the Unit are met
Follow safe manure management procedure when cleaning out manure pits
Monitor and maintain proper ventilation and temperatures using automated control system
Ensure accurate records are kept and submitted in a timely fashion to head office
Responsible to act safely in performing job duties at all times
Reporting safety concerns to the safety representative and/or Unit Manager.
Perform other related duties as required
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 14.5 CAD/hr when in training period, 20 CAD/ hr (will increase) when a candidate can fulfill the job requirement.
Essential Skills
- Document use
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Continuous learning
Type Of Livestock Specialization
- Swine
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not required
Additional Skills
- Maintain livestock performance records
- Maintain quality control and production records
Specific Skills
- Supervise breeding programs and harvest operations
- Recognize and treat certain livestock health problems
- Perform general farm duties
Type of Equipment
- Tractors
- Feeding and watering system
Type of Farm Operations
- Livestock
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