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[full-time] Barn Worker at Hay Bay Genetics

2010-03-12 06:04:32

Location: Napanee, Ontario
Description:

Experience: Experience an asset

Languages: Speak English

Type of Farm Operations: Livestock

Other Information:Required in the day to day operations in swine production including the feeding and daily care of livestock, cleaning and power washing of the barns

Employer: Hay Bay Genetics
How to Apply:

Please apply for this job only in the manner specified by the employer. Failure to do so may result in your application not being properly considered for the position.

By Fax: (613) 373-9364
By E-mail: haybaygenetics@kos.net

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[full-time] Field Swine Nutritionist at Top Echelon Network

2010-03-12 05:57:54

Location: Minnesota
Description:

Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $70000.00 to $95000.00/year
Degree: Master of Science
Description Major feed manufacturer seeks Swine Technical Support Specialist to work with the sales team throughout western Iowa, eastern South Dakota and Southwestern Minnesota.

REASONS WHY THE RIGHT PERSON WILL BE EXCITED ABOUT THIS JOB

* Company is a leader in the field and has a strong research program allowing them to bring innovative products to the market which will keep you as a leader in the industry *Growing territory with a good sales force who are technically savvy and understand how a great tech person can help them grow and grow their business * Strategically located plants that can provide product to customers quickly and cost-effectively making the company competitive * Corporate culture empowers you to get things done in the field, not lots of layers of management, big size, small company reaction time * Company places emphasis on training including ongoing training for Tech Support staff & sales professionals, dealers and producers * Big company that acts like a little company, you get answers and decisions promptly * Job includes helping producers with trouble-shooting, management support and problem-solving for producers, working with dealers and training sales people * The company has many new products in the pipeline and you have input on new products. *Company is committed to the swine industry and is committed to researching new products. * Professional development is encouraged, you will attend major meetings and have input on which meetings you attend * You will report to a Ph.D. who understands the importance of your role and having office time to prepare for field days * Excellent compensation and benefits package (401K + pension), car allowance and expense account

DUTIES

* You may be based in an office in your home or possibly at a plant, but will spend 3 days of your week in the field with customers. Expect two overnights each week. *Support sales reps bringing technical assistance direct to the customer – Work with dealers providing sales & technical support as both a stand-up speaker and 1 on 1 *Work with large direct accounts *Assist customers with technical advice. Customers are independent swine growers and integrated food companies – Provide input into research * Formulate diets * Write technical bulletins for customers and newsletters

QUALIFICATIONS

* Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition, Monogastric Nutrition or Animal Science * Passion for the swine industry * Ability to overnight travel two nights/week * Skilled in presenting technical issues to non-technical people AND to technical people * Practical experience in swine nutrition, cooperative extension or swine management * Ability to self-start and self-manage * Be able to thrive in a team-oriented environment

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[full-time] Sow Farm Manager at Farmer John

2010-03-10 14:44:16

Location: United States
Description:

Sow Farm Manager at Farmer John

POSITION AIM:
This position is responsible for the management of a 2,750 Sow Farm. The candidate must be capable of performing all duties within all areas of the farm in order to assist in training and development of farm staff.

QUALIFICATIONS: *Minimum of 5 years experience in swine production. *Experience in Artificial Insemination breeding techniques. *Good communication and interpersonal skills. *Excellent animal husbandry skills. *Proven trainer. *Team player. *Excellent computer skills including knowledge of MS Word and Excel.

RESPONSIBILITIES/KEY TASKS: *All tasks pertaining to the operation of a farrowing to wean facility including breeding, gestation and farrowing. *Lead and delegate responsibilities to a team. *Coordination of animal movement and shipments. *Staff training. *Feed and health management. *Implementation of technical protocols. *Regular and routine communication with Site Manager.

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[full-time] Laboratory animal technician at Alberta Swine Genetics Co.

2010-03-10 06:20:07

Location: Alberta
Description:

Salary: $34,000.00 Yearly for 36.25 hours per week, Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance Benefits, Group Insurance Benefits

Area of Specialization: Large animals, Animal training

Specific Skills: Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery, Prepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian, Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian, Produce diagnostic radiographs, collect samples and perform other laboratory tests

Security and Safety: Criminal record check, Driver’s validity licence check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, Hand-eye co-ordination, Walking, Standing for extended periods, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Repetitive tasks, Physically demanding

Transportation/Travel Information: Valid driver’s licence

Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Writing, Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Job task planning and organizing

Other Information:Experience in semen collection. Semen processing and quality control.

Employer: Alberta Swine Genetics Co.

By Mail:
1103 9Str
Nisku, Alberta
T9E 8L7
By Fax: (780) 986-6523
By E-mail: asgc@moderndigital.net

Business Profile: Artificial Insemination Station

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[full-time] Pork Foodservice Sales at JBS

2010-03-10 06:16:38

Location: COlorado
Description:

Description
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Minimum 5 years experience in fresh pork foodservice sales
· Excellent knowledge of foodservice industry
· BS or BA preferred in Meat Science, Animal Science or Marketing
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Excellent presentation skills
· Ability and willingness to travel up to 75%

RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Expand Foodservice rib sales nationwide by building new relationships and expanding current customer base
· Focus on ribs and credit items from cutting down ribs
· Sell and forward contract foodservice rib sales
· Identify customers who will have use for rib pieces, portions and tails
· Regular contact with others in sales, pricing, scheduling and production

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[full-time] Feed Formulation Manager at Cargill

2010-03-08 06:37:16

Location: United States
Description:

Cargill is an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services. Founded in 1865, the privately held company employs 160,000 people in 67 countries. Cargill helps customers succeed through collaboration and innovation, and is committed to applying its global knowledge and experience to help meet economic, environmental and social challenges wherever it does business.

Cargill Meat Solutions (CMS) is comprised of Cargill Beef, Pork, Food Distribution, Case Ready, Regional Beef, Value Added Meats Food Service, Value Added Meats Retail and Cargill Cattle Feeders. CMS employs approximately 35,000 worldwide and has processing facilities and sales offices in the US, Canada, and Australia, and international business offices in Australia, China, Honduras, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

Cargill Pork employees use innovative methods to create world-class taste. We are proud to partner and serve esteemed brands like Excel fresh meats, Prairie Grove Farms pork, Sterling Silver highly marbled pork, Sterling Silver enhanced pork, Stoneside pork and Tender Choice pork. Our standards are high, so our customers and brand partners can expect the same level of excellence every time they look to Cargill Pork. We also offer a premium product line, developed from proprietary feeding and processing procedures. Everything we do ensures cuts of pork that are more tender, juicier and packed with flavor.

Cargill Pork has an opportunity available for a Feed Formulation Professional in Coralville, IA. Responsibilities will include the daily formulation needs of Cargill feed production facilities serving our live pork production business in the Midwest and multiple toll manufacturing facilities. The majority of the time for this role will be spent in an office with most of that being computer based while interacting with the ingredient merchandiser, feed mill personnel, accounting, feed desk and other production team members.

Accountabilities:

* 60% – Through frequent communication with nutrition team, the formulation professional will be responsible to utilize Cargill’s proprietary formulation system to design desired swine rations and transfer ration information to specified feed mills ensuring the necessary labeling of products and ensuring FDA and other applicable regulatory guidelines are adhered to. * 25% – Routinely run reformulation and ingredient cost analysis for each feed mill location serving Cargill Pork. * 15% – As a key member of our production team, this specialist will also be involved in production support as well as special projects as needed by the business and close interaction with our field managers and veterinarians.

Qualifications

Required:

* Four-year Degree or equivalent experience * Professional phone skills, a positive attitude, good organizational skills * Strong work ethic * Detail oriented * Ability to perform similar analysis routinely to save the company money and ensure best animal performance * Knowledgeable of the interaction between nutrition and animal performance * Analytical, flexible to change, believes in continuous improvement and wants a great career challenge * Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred:

* Experience in feed formulation

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Primary Location US-IA-Coralville
Schedule Full-time
Job Type Standard
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[full-time] Butchers at Spilchuk Meats

2010-03-08 06:34:32

Location: Saskatchewan
Description:
Wage/Salary Info: $16 – $18 per hour, depending on experience

Posted Date: 02/18/2010

Location: ESTEVAN

of Positions: 2

Employment Terms: Full Time

How to Apply?: Phone to set up appointment, or e-mail resume. (Spilchuk Meats is located 14 miles North of Estevan on Hwy. #47)

Description

Job Location: 14 miles north of Estevan on Hwy #47.

Job Description:

- Slaughter livestock – Remove inedlible parts from carcass – Split carcass into smaller portions for easier handling – Cut beef/pork into primal cuts and specific cuts – Remove skin, excess fat, bruises, blemishes from the carcass or meat portions

Some secondary schooling required and applicants must have a minimum of 1 year experience.

All applications are welcome!

Application Information

Employer Name:
Spilchuk Meats

Employer Address:
PO BOX 563 STN MAIN
ESTEVAN,SK
CANADA
S4A 2A5

Contact Name:
Sheldon or Sheila

Contact Phone:
(306) 634-6852

Contact Email:
spilchukmeats@sasktel.net

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[full-time] Feed Mill Manager at Dave Hansen

2010-03-05 16:53:06

Location: United States
Description:

Feed Mill Manager for a large integrated complex in Utah/Arizona.
Requires BS degree in Feed Science, Feed Mill Operations, etc. and
5-10 years feed mill management experience including pelleting.
Opportunity for advancement within the job or operations management worldwide.
Rural location with good schools, lower cost of housing with great environment for family.
Salary competive with experience, educations and skills.

For more information including details, company, location, etc. call:
Dave Hansen, The Sooner Group, Inc., Edmond, OK. 405-715-2543
or email: thesoonergroup@aol.com.
(This is a real job and fully confidential.)

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[full-time] Feed Mill Supervisor at Dave Hansen

2010-03-05 16:36:40

Location: United States
Description:

Feed Mill Supervisor -2nd shift, for a large swine production
complex in Kansas. BS degree or experience preferred.
Requires 3-5 years experience in f eed mill management/operations.
Rural environment with good schools and lower cost of housing.
Salary competitive. Good opportunity for advancement.

For more information including details, company, salary, location, etc.
call: Dave Hansen, The Sooner Group, Inc. Edmond, OK.
405-715-2543 or email: thesoonergroup@aol.com
(This is a real job and fully confidential.)

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[full-time] Feed Mill Manager at Dave Hansen

2010-03-05 16:22:03

Location: United States
Description:

Feed Mill Manager for a large commercial feed mill in Oklahoma.
Requires BS degree -preferably in Feed Science, Mill Operations, etc.
and 6-10 years feed mill management experience.
Rural/small town environment with good schools & lower cost housing.
Salary competitive. Bonus & good benefits. Opportunity for advancement.
For more information including details, company, salary & location call:
Dave Hansen, The Sooner Group, Inc., Edmond, OK. 405-715-2543 or
thesoonergroup@aol.com. (This is a real job and fully confidential.)

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