Join Olymel - Innovation, Quality, and Sustainable Growth!
At Olymel, we believe in innovation, quality, and sustainable growth. We are looking for an Unit Manager to join our dynamic team. If you are motivated by the challenge of developing effective strategies, improving internal processes, and fostering a high-performance and collaborative work environment, this opportunity is for you!
Why choose Olymel?
Career Growth: Develop your skills and progress in an environment that values personal and professional development.
Corporate Culture: Be part of a close-knit, collaborative team where every contribution is valued.
Innovation: Participate in innovative projects that have a real impact on the organization.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Working with and reporting to the Production Manager, the Unit Manager is responsible for the daily management and coordination of the unit to ensure all the company goals & objectives are met. This position is responsible for the maintenance of the unit while maintaining a clean professional site.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Supervise and lead a team of technicians to ensure production & financial goals of the unit are met
- Perform required administrative duties, including work schedules, payroll timesheets, expenses, etc
- Provide training and mentoring to all staff to ensuring SOP's are available, followed and implemented
- Provide regular feedback to staff including through the annual performance evaluation program
- Comply with company policies regarding the hiring, discipline and termination of employees
- Responsible for planning work schedules for barn staff in accordance with labour budgets
- Lead or aid with the movement of pigs in and out of assigned unit
- Ensure unit is CPE & ACA compliant
- Responsible for implementing and following assigned feed budgets
- Provide feed bin inventories as required
- Ensure low stress animal handling practices are being followed
- Implement all biosecurity protocols, including shower in, shower out, rodent control, visitors, security of unit, etc.
- Work with Health Services to implement herd health protocols - sanitation, treatments, vaccinations, etc.
- Monitor and maintain proper ventilation and temperature control settings for the unit
- Coordinate maintenance in and outside of barn, including manure management, ventilation, feed & water systems, penning/slats, and general building maintenance, yard upkeep, dead removal & snow removal
- Understand OH&S regulations associated with the Unit and ensure compliance with the use of personal protective equipment, safe work procedures and company policies
- Ensure incidents at unit are documented and reported in a timely manner
- Conduct regular staff meetings
- Maintain proper inventory of general and veterinary barn supplies, order from Central Purchasing as needed
- Test, respond and acknowledge barn alarms and ensure adequate coverage for afterhours is maintained at all times & be available for emergency duties
- Ensure preventative maintenance & procedures on barn equipment are performed and verified
- Other duties as required
REQUIREMENTS
- Strong personnel, management, leadership, time management, training & motivational skills
- A clear focus to attain results
- The ability to hold effective staff meetings
- Computer skills - ability to understand and analyze production and financial records & budgets
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- An empathetic nature towards animals
Here's everything Olymel has to offer:
- A competitive annual salary, to be discussed based on your experience
- A truly family-like work environment
- Personalized support for your training and skills development
- An attractive certification program
- A service recognition program
- A comprehensive compensation package and a range of competitive benefits
- A company committed to sustainable development, that creates and markets quality products, promotes animal welfare, responsible sourcing, reduces its environmental impact, and gives back to the communities where it operates through various programs, including "Ensemble on redonne".
Thank you for your consideration.
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