Production Bird Care Technician (6-Month Contract, M-F 6:00am-2:00pm)

CEVA SANTE ANIMALE•Guelph, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing, and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats), and wildlife. Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals, and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach. As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Health is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Basic knowledge of cleaning and bird care
Knowledge of documentation and record keeping
Able to operate technical machinery and computerized equipment (incl. machine controls and instrumentation)
You have a passion for farming and working with animals

Responsibilities

Weekly inventory check of supplies
Clean and sanitize production and animal facilities
Maintenance and Care of birds and bird rooms
Order Feed and Supplies as needed
Help with the inoculation of birds.
Assist with the production of different Eimeria species in the laboratory as per the production schedule.
Assist with general cleaning duties associated with the daily operations.
Detailed, accurate, concurrent, complete record keeping
Follows all safety procedures
Follows standard operation procedures and company policies
Feed and water all birds and record observations as set out
Control room temperature and humidity
Replace or clean vent filters
Clean and disinfect empty bird rooms
Record in Logbook when rooms cleaned and disinfected
Record daily temperature of all refrigerated units; report problems