Description:
Are you passionate about animal care and looking for a hands-on role? As an Animal Care Technician at Canada Packers, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that ensures the health, safety, and well-being of our animals every single day.
This is a physically active role where you’ll contribute directly to our production goals while working in a supportive, safety-first environment. If you’re someone who thrives in a team, enjoys working with animals, and values doing meaningful work, this could be the perfect fit for you.
Responsibilities
Working closely with the Manager, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day operations in the barn. This includes a variety of physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, bending, lifting (up to 25kg), and continuous walking. Your daily responsibilities will include:
- Feeding and providing general care for pigs.
- Maintaining herd health and clean and safe environment for pigs.
- Pressure washing and preparing rooms for animal entry.
- Performing minor maintenance and sanitation tasks.
- Completing clerical duties such as maintaining door charts, inventory trackers, and ordering feed and medication.
- Following all health and safety policies and adhering to Canada Packers’ SOPs for humane animal treatment.
Skills & Experience
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. Proof of eligibility may be requested during the recruitment process.
- Commitment to wearing proper PPE and following safety protocols.
- Availability for weekend, holiday, and alarm shifts on a rotational basis.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to a rural location.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities and complex tasks simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills (oral and written)
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Alignment with Canada Packers’ Leadership Values and Code of Conduct.
- Experience in hog production is an asset.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits package (health, dental, vision, life insurance).
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching (RRSP).
- 2 weeks paid vacation to rest and recharge.
- Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and personal support.
- Opportunity to earn a quarterly production bonus by achieving performance targets
- Overtime opportunities may be available based on operational needs, and when they are, they’re fully paid.
- Learning and development opportunities to support your career path.
- Inclusive and values-driven workplace culture.
- Employee referral program and company events to stay connected and engaged.
- For this position, we offer housing support to help ease relocation or commuting challenges.