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Farm Supervisor: Gilt Development Unit (GDU) Manager/Specialist
Canadian Swine Academy Inc. on behalf Dykstra Farms Inc. —Peterborough, ON
- De 60 000 $ à 72 000 $ par an
- Fins de semaine au besoin
- Port de charges lourdes
- Anglais
- Diplôme d'associé
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Farm Supervisor: Gilt Development Unit (GDU) Manager/Specialist
Canadian Swine Academy Inc. on behalf Dykstra Farms Inc. —Peterborough, ON
Strong understanding of gilt development, herd health, and biosecurity protocols. Primary responsibility for the care, health, and development of animals within…
De 60 000 $ à 72 000 $ par an
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il y a 14 jours

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Farm Supervisor: Gilt Development Unit (GDU) Manager/Specialist

Canadian Swine Academy Inc. on behalf Dykstra Farms Inc.
Peterborough, ON

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Détails du poste

Permanent | Temps plein
Il y a 14 jours

Compétences

Port de charges lourdes
Anglais
Diplôme d'associé
Équipements agricoles
Connaissances en mécanique

Description complète du poste

Canadian Swine Academy is recruiting on behalf of Dykstra Farms, a family-owned agricultural business, located near Peterborough, Ontario. We are looking for a Gilt Development Unit (GDU) Manager/Specialist to join the team and oversee the selection, growth, and preparation of young female pigs entering our breeding herd.

Position Responsibilities:

Primary responsibility for the care, health, and development of animals within the Gilt Development Unit (GDU)
Managing the introduction, selection, and acclimatization of incoming gilts to ensure a steady supply of high-health replacements for the breeding herd
Assisting with daily chores at other sites as needed

Job Duties:

Be responsible for daily chores, i.e. feeding, watering, animal health check, sweeping, scraping, and monitoring of GDU barn temperature/ventilation
Administer medication and vaccinations for treatment and prevention of disease in young gilts
Monitor gilt growth rates, body condition, and physical soundness to determine selection suitability
Perform heat stimulation and heat detection (boar exposure) to track and record estrus cycles
Manage gilt movements, sorting, and shipping/receiving of animals to the main breeding facilities
Remove dead animals daily and put in pickup area without crossing biosecurity line
Keep all animals tagged, identified, and tracked by cohort
Communicate with supervisor and breeding team about gilt flow, target numbers, selection rates, health, and any team projects
Cooperate with weekend and holiday schedules and as needed
Assist in training of co-workers
Assist with team projects or any other reasonable duty that may be requested by supervisor or as needed
Cleaning facilities and power washing (prepare rooms, wash, and set up)
Perform routine and minor equipment maintenance and repairs on building and equipment
Work as necessary on team projects and to finish duties daily as a team unit
Work efficiently to maintain work schedule. Working until all work is done for the day
Keeping detailed, timely, and accurate records of gilt ages, vaccinations, and heat dates
Understand and follow strict bio-security protocols

Requirements for Application:

Desire to keep the animals and the barn in excellent condition
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Able to read, write and speak English
Availability and willingness to work every other weekend

Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with livestock, specifically swine selection or breeding management
Strong understanding of gilt development, herd health, and biosecurity protocols
Self-motivated and detail-oriented

Compensation:

$60,000–$72,000 annual salary depending on experience
Eligibility for bonus system

The successful applicant can expect to join a team of devoted individuals, receive extensive training, and become engaged in a dynamic industry. This family business prioritizes its employees, the animals in their care, and their community. This employer offers staff excellent remuneration packages, including competitive wages and benefits.

Please apply via this platform or by emailing: [email protected]

Pay: $60,000.00-$72,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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