Animal Care Worker

• Conduct daily inspections of the animals, barns, and production equipment to ensure the farm operates efficiently and safely;
• Feed and water the animals;
• Provide basic animal care;
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment and farm facilities, including cleaning and washing duties;
• Follow and apply animal-related programs and protocols, including biosecurity, animal welfare, and herd management practices;
• Assist the Animal Care Technician with various farm tasks, including:

Farrowing Department (Maternity Unit):

• Prepare farrowing rooms;
• Dock piglets’ tails and administer iron injections;

Gestation Department (Breeding Unit):

• Detect sows in heat (estrus);
• Verify and monitor pregnancy status of sows;

Finishing Department:

• Perform daily herd care and monitoring activities;
• Carry out any other related duties as assigned.

• Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle required;
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and committed to quality;
• Passionate about animal care and welfare;
• Team player, versatile, and physically fit;
• Eager to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.

• Stable, permanent employment;
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:
• Hourly wage ranging from $16.60 to $19.37, including position-based bonuses according to experience and individual qualifications;
• Comprehensive group insurance program;
• Retirement savings plan;
• Flexible daytime and weekend schedules, typically 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., depending on the farm and department, based on a 40-hour work week;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
• Employee recognition program;
• Discounts on company products;
• Annual work clothing allowance;
• Access to various corporate discount programs;
• Employee referral program;
• Active social and recreation club.

If you are passionate about animals and would like to be part of a dynamic team, we invite you to submit your application by email to: ressourceshumainesfmenard@olymel.com.