pork production technician
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About the role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Hog and pig farming. Dusty. Odours. Work setting: Rural area. Various locations. Tasks: Handling animals. Perform livestock feeding. Perform pig littering activities such as clipping needle teeth, docking tails, administering iron and other medication(s), identification of piglets, and castration. Treat livestock health issues. Weaning. Feed and tend animals. Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Carry out a pasture or pen breeding programs. Maintain livestock performance records. Select livestock for sale. Maintain work records and logs. Perform general farm duties. Train staff in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures. Area of specialization: Swine. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Organized. Team player. Judgement. Reliability. Experience: 1 to less than 7 months. Employment terms options: Early morning. Flexible hours. Morning. Day. Weekend. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Gasoline paid. Life insurance. Other benefits: On-site amenities. Other benefits. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Team building opportunities. Transportation provided by employer. Travel insurance.