Lead Hand - Afternoon Shift

Semex•Guelph/Eramosa, ON

4d•CA$49,500•Onsite

About The Position

Join Semex as an Afternoon Animal Care Lead Hand, where you'll play a key role in bull collection operations, animal husbandry, and overall housing performance. In this hands-on role, you'll ensure the health, care, and training of the bulls while supporting daily farm operations, equipment maintenance, and team guidance.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license
Strong agricultural background with experience in livestock handling and care
Ability to operate farm equipment; solid mechanical aptitude
Physically capable of handling large animals
Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

Reviews daily collection schedule and ensures bulls are prepared and ready for collection.
Prepares collection equipment to ensure safe and sterile handling throughout the collection process.
Works with the Animal Care team to collect bulls safely and efficiently in accordance with standard collection procedures.
Handles bulls for maximum collection results.
Cleans and refreshes bedding and pens, through both mechanical and manual processes, in accordance with the set schedule.
Feeds bulls, through both mechanical and manual processes, in accordance with the set schedule.
Observes bulls for health and temperament; discusses concerns with Animal Care Supervisor.
Provides standard sire care including, and not limited to, clipping, washing and feet trimming.
Works with new/young bulls to train them on the collection process.
Prepares bulls for visitor viewing sessions; participates in viewing as required.
Provide training and support to Animal Care Specialists as directed by Animal Care Supervisor.
Provide direction to Animal Care Specialists to complete day-to-day tasks in the absence of the Animal Care Supervisor.
Uses equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures and with required safety equipment; reports issues of non-compliance to Animal Care Supervisor.
Performs routine maintenance on equipment, where trained to do so; reports issues/concern regarding the operational safety and/or functionality of equipment to Animal Care Supervisor immediately.

Benefits

Company paid comprehensive benefits program: Including extended health and dental care for employees and eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability coverage
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching
Competitive salary, merit pay and annual performance bonus
Paid time off: Vacation, Personal and Sick time
Employee Recognition Program
Learning and development catalog and opportunities
Social committee events
Annual allowance for Semex Shop to purchase Semex/Boviteq branded clothing and merchandise