Pork Production Technician

  • New Hamburg
  • South West Ontario Veterinary Services

Pork Production Technician

People & Culture Services is recruiting on behalf of a family-owned agricultural business, located near Shakespeare, Ontario. We are looking for a Pork Production Technician to join the team.

Job Duties :

  • Ensure all animals have access to feed and water
  • Handle and move animals as needed
  • Perform production tasks including heat checking, breeding, farrowing, piglet processing, weaning and vaccinating
  • Perform regular health checks to recognize and treat livestock health problems
  • Administer medications as needed
  • Record various information to maintain livestock production records
  • Monitor the barn environment and make adjustments to systems as required
  • Perform general barn maintenance including pressure washing, disinfecting pens and other housekeeping activities
  • Perform minor equipment maintenance & repairs
  • Follow all biosecurity procedures

Requirements for Application :

  • Desire to keep the animals and the barn in excellent condition
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to read, write and speak English
  • Experience working with livestock
  • Flexible availability - weekend work is required
  • Self-motivated

Compensation :

  • $18-$22 per hour depending on experience

Reliable transportation required

The successful applicant can expect to join a team of devoted individuals, receive lots of training and become engaged in a dynamic industry. This family business prioritizes their employees, the animals in their care and their community.

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Salary : $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits :

  • Extended health care
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person