Production Services Technician

The job of a pork production technician is to assist with all aspects of pig production in a swine operation, ensuring the health and well-being of the animals and the efficiency of the operation. As a pork production technician, you would be responsible for various tasks related to the care and management of pigs, including feeding, breeding, health monitoring, and vaccinating nursery pigs.

Key responsibilities of a pork production technician may include:

· Aid in the oversight and implementation of producer services such as vaccination, labour relief

· barn checks, EFS support, and troubleshooting issues on farm etc.

Additionally;

• Follow-up and maintain relationships with Ontario customers of DVS in a timely manner

• Make the necessary follow-ups and reports with current producers

• Maintain accurate and up to date customer files

• Work in the spirit of partnership with DVS team to provide timely recommendations to short- and long-term health and production strategies of customer farms

• Schedule: 8am to 4pm weekdays. Schedule is very flexible and may be altered if requested and handled on a case-by-case basis depending on tasks or visits to complete in a day. Occasional weekend requests may be made, but may come up and handled on a case-by-case basis

Qualifications and Skills:- Experience in swine production or a related field is often preferred, but for the ideal candidate, we would provide on-the-job training for motivated individuals who are passionate about working with animals.- Knowledge of pig behavior and health is essential, as well as a basic understanding of swine reproduction and husbandry- The ability to lift and carry heavy objects and work with animals in sometimes challenging environments.- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills, as well as the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.-

Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team, as well as the willingness to learn and take on new challenges in a dynamic agricultural setting. Overall, a pork production technician plays a crucial role in the success of a swine operation, contributing to the production of safe, high-quality pork products while ensuring the health and welfare of the animals in their care.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $22.00-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company car
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• swine production: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Woodstock, ON N4T 0K9 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Woodstock, ON N4T 0K9: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-10