Animal Health Welfare Technician

Job Description

The Opportunity:

This position is a key player in developing and sustaining effective business relations between Maple Leaf Foods, third party poultry producers, catchers, and transportation such that credibility is established and maintained. Position key responsibilities include working directly with broiler producers to improve on farm practices both through on-farm auditing as well as technical support visits. Work will also include the development and execution of various trials and strategies to improve both welfare and performance at various points within the supply chain. Qualified individuals will be able to integrate into the broader team and provide support while driving improvements across the business.

This role will involve working directly with our hatcheries as well as our catch and live haul teams. The team will work on developing pre-catching strategies and transport improvements; and utilize data collected through this work to continuously drive improvements down the supply chain.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 23. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy:  Existing Headcount / Incremental Headcount
Base Salary: $59,000 – $87,000 CAD base pay annually

The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours. 

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• · Provide field technical services to producers for the improvement of bird health and performance
• · Perform routine audits of placement, grow out and catching and loading
• · Routine coaching and training of producers, catchers, and live transport crews on best practices (requires some overnight working hours)
• · Coach growers and catchers to improve animal welfare and handling practices through analysis and data interpretation.
• · Execute Q.A. programs and biosecurity protocols
• · Data compilation and analysis including but not limited to performance results from on-farm trials
• · Training and/or on-site verification of Maple Leaf employees
• · Presentation of collected data both internally and externally for monitoring continuous improvements
• · Creation and/or revision of Standard Operating Procedures
• · Creation of effective and timely responses/reports to the hatcheries, growers, catchers, and transportation companies highlighting successes and areas of improvement

Qualifications

Additional Information

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [email protected]:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

Budgeted Salary / Salaire budgété: $65k