Genetic Nucleus Swine Technicians - Facilities near Plumas, MB

Posted on:  August 9, 2022

Job Description: Genetic Nucleus Swine Technicians

Location: Innova Canada, Near Plumas, Manitoba

Date Posted: August 2022

Position Summary:

Topigs Norsvin Canada Inc. a world leader in swine genetics is looking for 10 permanent, full time Swine Technicians to work within their brand new, state of the art, high welfare, Genetic Nucleus facilities near Plumas, Manitoba

Duties and responsibilities:

• Ensuring animal health and welfare
• Daily activities such as but not limited to; care and feeding, health checks and vaccinations, heat checking and AI, processing, moving and washing, data collection e.g. weighing, scanning, maintenance work and record keeping
• Positions available in breeding and gestation, farrowing, nursery and gilt finishing
• 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:

• At least two years of commercial experience in a swine production role. Nucleus or multiplication experience would be considered an asset
• Ability to work with respect as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with great attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture preferred but not essential

Salary: starting at $17.00 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits: a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and registered pension plan, plus production bonus program

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.