The Opportunity:

This position is responsible for supporting all activities of poultry veterinary practice, including those for which the designation Registered Veterinary Technologist is required, such as the dispensing of veterinary drugs and support further activities on poultry veterinary practice, No weekend work is expected for this position. 

Additionally, this position is responsible for supporting activities of the Maple Leaf Ag-Ops Division as a whole doing such tasks as submission of samples, communication with diagnostic laboratories, manage vaccine inventory and PO generation in SAP system, coordination of vaccination procedures, bleedings, and coordination between different departments and producers. Support on projects between departments (monitoring condemns at plant, collect bloods / samples from farms, etc.).
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The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in the food animal industry, managing samples, shipping, and organizing results in a timely manner.

Extensive experience in poultry production (>5 years) might be considered in lieu of being a Registered Veterinary Technologist. 

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by September 2, 2024. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Dispensing of antimicrobials and other veterinary medications in accordance with ABVMA requirements
• Complete and maintain veterinary records in accordance with ABVMA requirements
• Support veterinary practice compliance with ABVMA requirements
• Perform in-house projects related with poultry diagnostic and monitoring samples
• Prepare and coordinate sampling schedule for pullet, broiler breeder, and broiler farms
• Biological Safety Officer for poultry laboratory
• Execution of laboratory testing and reporting of results within Laboratory Information Management System
• Oversight of Quality Management protocols
• Assist the Veterinarian with necropsies.
• Disposal of biological waste
• Cleaning of biological hazard area and materials required
• Maintain in/out records for samples and reports
• Shipping of samples, creation of laboratory submissions, forwarding of reports
• Aseptic preparation of sample kits
• Maintain inventory of supplies and perform SAP transactions including but not limited to purchase requests, sales orders, receiving, and shipping as directed
• Maintain inventory of medications and other supplies
• Prepare and maintain standard operating procedures for poultry veterinary practice and laboratory including biological safety and associated training records
• Maintain equipment maintenance logs and daily checks
• Support prescription preparation
• Scheduling of farm visits
• Support Q.A. programs and biosecurity protocols
• Assistance with data entry/analysis including but not limited to: pathogen results, performance results from on-farm trials, results of routine sampling
• Sampling and environmental monitoring procedures in poultry barns if required
• Assistance with training and/or on-site verification of sampling procedures when required
• Typing/compiling meeting or visit notes for sharing with broader team
• Other tasks as required

What You’ll Bring:

• Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Registered Veterinary Technologist in the province of Alberta
• One to two years’ experience, preferably in food animal industry
• Extensive experience in poultry production (>5 years) might be considered in lieu of being a Registered Veterinary Technologist. 

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Veterinary practice experience
• Lab experience especially in the area of Microbiology
• Ability to analyze results and create recommendations and opportunities for continuous improvement
• Computer Skills: skilled user of Microsoft office applications and Excel graphing applications
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Continuous improvement background and performance
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Reliable

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.