Genetic Nucleus Swine Technicians - 5 locations - South East Manitoba (near La Broquerie), the Interlake (near Teulon), the Interlake (near Woodlands), South west of Winnipeg (rear Fannystelle) and South West Manitoba (near Plumas)
Posted on: Oct. 9, 2024
Topigs Norsvin Canada Inc. a world leader in swine genetics is looking for 10 permanent, full time Swine Technicians to work within their genetic nucleus facilities
Duties and responsibilities
- Ensuring animal health and welfare
- Daily activities such as but not limited to; care and feeding, health checks and vaccinations, moving and washing, data collection e.g. weighing, scanning, semen collection and lab work, maintenance work and record keeping
- Working within the genetic production team to optimize production and maximize genetic improvement
- Ensure production of top-notch quality of breeding stock for customers
- Follow and enforce all biosecurity, animal welfare and genetic protocols
Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Agriculture
- At least two years of commercial experience in a swine production role, nucleus or multiplication experience would be considered an asset
- Strong leadership skills with respect to working with team members and managing other staff
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skill
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Salary: starting at $19.00 per hour, depending on experience
Benefits: a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and registered pension plan, plus production bonus program
If If you want to be part of a progressive, world leader in swine genetics please forward your resume to: Topigs Norsvin Canada Inc. Attention of Mike Shaw, Fax: 1-204-489-3152 or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.