Top Benefits
About the role
Role Overview
PIC Canada, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Maintenance Worker to maintain and repair equipment and systems, evaluate and recommend equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield. If you're excited about contributing to the future of agriculture, working around animals, and being part of a global leader in swine genetics, this role is perfect for you.
The Maintenance Worker has primary accountability for performing equipment failure analyses, troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment problems, and preparing technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures.
The position is located in our Carlyle, Saskatchewan location. The salary for this position is $21/hour CAD.
You Will
- Create and implement action plans to ensure the achievement of the maintenance department on a weekly, monthly and annual basis
- Assist in the development of, as well as deliver, the agreed upon budget area of responsibility which includes:
o Ordering parts and supplies
o Maintaining inventory levels of commonly used parts and supplies
o Assisting with CapEx projects
- Maintain record keeping within all software platforms to ensure records are fully updated on a weekly basis
- Provides technical maintenance support and guidance to employees and farm management, including but not limited to:
o Assembly and installation of feeders
o Assist with a complete demolition and renovation of required barns
o Assist in replacing full tin roofs on the barns
o Participate in a full renovation of finisher penning, which will include removing existing penning and replacing with new
o Replace current pvc feed line with stainless steel feed line
- Responsible for seasonal rodent control through maintaining an established bait station protocol
- Develop control systems to decrease resource waste due to systems malfunctions including feed and water
- Accountable for weed management, including operating spraying tools and equipment to apply herbicide around complex
- Responsible for snow removal with heavy machinery if inclement weather arises due to late springs or early winters
- Safely and effectively operate small hand tools and hand power tools
- Safely and effectively operate farm machinery such as ATV’s, Skid Steers, or Tractors with various attachments for but not limited to renovation projects, mowing, roof repairs, or general groundskeeping tasks. The candidate must also be able to help maintain equipment before, during, and after use
- Uses judgment to identify and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems
- Review production schedules by farm, systems in place, process and workflows, computer programs, and other information to understand activities that take place in farms and how they are performed by staff
- Implement emergency response programs to farm system malfunctions and train staff to identify emergencies and response appropriately
- Effective communication with teammates and supervisors in order to effectively achieve goals
- Ensure adherence to the Company’s animal care policies and procedures including:
o Providing a physical environment that meets the animal’s needs
o Providing access to adequate water and high-quality feed
o Providing humane treatment of the animals
o Providing identification and appropriate treatment of animals in need of health care and following the guidelines for euthanasia
- Ensure area of responsibility is accomplishing the following:
o Adherence to the Company’s Safety Program requirements and guidelines
o Adhere to biosecurity protocols
o Adherence to environmental laws and procedures
o Compliance of all company policies, procedures and guidelines
o Willingness to change plans as needed
o Cleanliness and sanitation of the farm
o Compliance with all environmental laws and procedures
Requirements
Basic Qualifications: (required)
- A minimum of one year of maintenance experience working in an agriculture or manufacturing facility
- Driver’s License
- Strong commitment to teamwork
- Willingness and ability to shower in and out of facility daily
- Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations
- Must be able to work overtime hours per week as needed operationally on weekends, evenings, and holiday work required as needed
- Authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship
Business Overview
Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.
PIC, our swine division, currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers. We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide, and our products are available in more than 50 countries across the globe. We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.
Benefits Overview
At Genus, we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, extended health, vision, and dental coverage, emergency travel assistance, employee assistance program, H.S.A/W.S.A., retirement plans (RRSP/DPSP), paid holidays and ETO (earned time off). This position will have opportunities for growth.
Equal Employment Opportunities
Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Recruitment Fraud Warning
Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.
About Genus Plc
Genus is a world-leading animal genetics company. We partner with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. We do this by breeding better pigs and cattle, so farmers can produce high-quality meat and milk more efficiently and sustainably.
We employ people across 30 countries, from geneticists to livestock technicians, veterinarians to accountants – and they all play important roles. We nurture collaboration between colleagues across businesses, roles and countries, every day. When you join Genus, you become part of a passionate, global team with a shared vision and strategy.
Top Benefits
About the role
Role Overview
PIC Canada, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Maintenance Worker to maintain and repair equipment and systems, evaluate and recommend equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield. If you're excited about contributing to the future of agriculture, working around animals, and being part of a global leader in swine genetics, this role is perfect for you.
The Maintenance Worker has primary accountability for performing equipment failure analyses, troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment problems, and preparing technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures.
The position is located in our Carlyle, Saskatchewan location. The salary for this position is $21/hour CAD.
You Will
- Create and implement action plans to ensure the achievement of the maintenance department on a weekly, monthly and annual basis
- Assist in the development of, as well as deliver, the agreed upon budget area of responsibility which includes:
o Ordering parts and supplies
o Maintaining inventory levels of commonly used parts and supplies
o Assisting with CapEx projects
- Maintain record keeping within all software platforms to ensure records are fully updated on a weekly basis
- Provides technical maintenance support and guidance to employees and farm management, including but not limited to:
o Assembly and installation of feeders
o Assist with a complete demolition and renovation of required barns
o Assist in replacing full tin roofs on the barns
o Participate in a full renovation of finisher penning, which will include removing existing penning and replacing with new
o Replace current pvc feed line with stainless steel feed line
- Responsible for seasonal rodent control through maintaining an established bait station protocol
- Develop control systems to decrease resource waste due to systems malfunctions including feed and water
- Accountable for weed management, including operating spraying tools and equipment to apply herbicide around complex
- Responsible for snow removal with heavy machinery if inclement weather arises due to late springs or early winters
- Safely and effectively operate small hand tools and hand power tools
- Safely and effectively operate farm machinery such as ATV’s, Skid Steers, or Tractors with various attachments for but not limited to renovation projects, mowing, roof repairs, or general groundskeeping tasks. The candidate must also be able to help maintain equipment before, during, and after use
- Uses judgment to identify and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems
- Review production schedules by farm, systems in place, process and workflows, computer programs, and other information to understand activities that take place in farms and how they are performed by staff
- Implement emergency response programs to farm system malfunctions and train staff to identify emergencies and response appropriately
- Effective communication with teammates and supervisors in order to effectively achieve goals
- Ensure adherence to the Company’s animal care policies and procedures including:
o Providing a physical environment that meets the animal’s needs
o Providing access to adequate water and high-quality feed
o Providing humane treatment of the animals
o Providing identification and appropriate treatment of animals in need of health care and following the guidelines for euthanasia
- Ensure area of responsibility is accomplishing the following:
o Adherence to the Company’s Safety Program requirements and guidelines
o Adhere to biosecurity protocols
o Adherence to environmental laws and procedures
o Compliance of all company policies, procedures and guidelines
o Willingness to change plans as needed
o Cleanliness and sanitation of the farm
o Compliance with all environmental laws and procedures
Requirements
Basic Qualifications: (required)
- A minimum of one year of maintenance experience working in an agriculture or manufacturing facility
- Driver’s License
- Strong commitment to teamwork
- Willingness and ability to shower in and out of facility daily
- Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations
- Must be able to work overtime hours per week as needed operationally on weekends, evenings, and holiday work required as needed
- Authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship
Business Overview
Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.
PIC, our swine division, currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers. We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide, and our products are available in more than 50 countries across the globe. We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.
Benefits Overview
At Genus, we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, extended health, vision, and dental coverage, emergency travel assistance, employee assistance program, H.S.A/W.S.A., retirement plans (RRSP/DPSP), paid holidays and ETO (earned time off). This position will have opportunities for growth.
Equal Employment Opportunities
Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Recruitment Fraud Warning
Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.
About Genus Plc
Genus is a world-leading animal genetics company. We partner with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. We do this by breeding better pigs and cattle, so farmers can produce high-quality meat and milk more efficiently and sustainably.
We employ people across 30 countries, from geneticists to livestock technicians, veterinarians to accountants – and they all play important roles. We nurture collaboration between colleagues across businesses, roles and countries, every day. When you join Genus, you become part of a passionate, global team with a shared vision and strategy.