AcuFast is looking for a keen individual who is thrilled to join us in creating the future of pork production. We empower our people by supporting and encouraging them to grow personally as well as professionally. We are currently looking for a permanent full-time Genetic Farm Manager for our Blackfoot Barn, Lloydminster. This role will evolve around providing leadership and support to their team by working alongside them to maintain, develop, implement, and educate team members on SOPS and protocols. The role will report to the Production Manager and work closely with other barn managers and operating teams to manage the day-to-day effective and efficient operations of the facility and equipment.
This position will include the following responsibilities and day-to-day functions, but is not limited to:
- Managing all Blackfoot team members and completing all administrative duties,
- Coaching and developing team members on matters regarding job requirements, SOPs, biosecurity, and Health and Safety,
- Ensuring everyone follows all SOPs and animal welfare requirements,
- Analyzing barn production results and helping make decisions to adjust the team's daily activities to maximize production results,
- Developing troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in your team,
- Work side by side with your team members on all farm duties as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
The successful candidate would ideally possess the following experience and qualifications:
- 3+ years of swine production experience,
- Experience in the selection of breeding stock gilts,
- Leadership experience,
- Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills with great attention to detail,
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
- Self-motivated and reliable,
- Demonstrates a strong technical sense and understanding of swine production,
- Able to manage priorities and solve problems,
- Shares in AcuFast core values.
What we offer:
- Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals.
- A competitive wage will be offered based on the applicant’s experience.
- A comprehensive benefits package accompanied by a registered pension plan, including a 4% employer match.
- Ongoing support and encouragement for both personal and professional growth.
- Inclusive work environment.
About Us:
AcuFast provides pork producers across North America and worldwide with breeding stock and innovative genetic and reproduction solutions. We work alongside pork producers and industry partners to build the future of pork production together. It is a future where cutting-edge science and proven farm practices meet, ensuring the health of pigs, producers, and consumers for generations to come. We empower our people by supporting and encouraging them to grow personally as well as professionally. We have a team of keen and innovative thinkers. You will love it here.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume to: [email protected]
Attention: Human Resources with a Subject line: Farm Manager - Blackfoot
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you legally eligible to work in Alberta?
Work Location: In person
