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Join Our Team as a Pork Production Technician!

Company: Verbruggen Prairie Farms Ltd.

Location: Rivers, MB

Job Category: Agriculture and Forestry

About the Role

Are you passionate about livestock and looking to make a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector? Verbruggen Prairie Farms Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Pork Production Technician to join our team! This is a permanent position that offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while caring for our swine population.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat livestock health issues.
• Perform essential pig littering activities, including clipping needle teeth, docking tails, administering medications, and identifying piglets.
• Oversee weaning processes and ensure proper feeding and tending of animals.
• Maintain farm safety and bio-security procedures.
• Keep accurate livestock performance records and supervise breeding programs.
• Clean stables, barns, barnyards, and pens to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
• Perform general farm duties as required.

Work Environment

As a Pork Production Technician, you will work in a rural setting that involves:

• Hog and pig farming.
• Exposure to dusty conditions and livestock odours.

Staff accommodation is available, and candidates must be willing to relocate.

Requirements

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly
• Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma (1-2 years)
• Experience: 2 to 3 years in a related field or equivalent experience

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with automated environmental control equipment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Organized, reliable, and a quick learner.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Comfortable with walking, bending, crouching, and kneeling.

Transportation

Public transportation is not available; candidates must have their own transportation.

Health and Financial Benefits

• Health Benefits: Comprehensive health care plan.
• Financial Benefits: Bonus opportunities, group insurance benefits, and life insurance.

Salary

Hourly wage ranges from $20.00 to $23.00, negotiable based on experience.

Screening Questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

About Verbruggen Prairie Farms Ltd.

At Verbruggen Prairie Farms Ltd., we are committed to excellence in pork production and animal welfare. Join us in our mission to provide high-quality products while fostering a positive work environment for our team members.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a thriving agricultural community, we encourage you to apply!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.