Unit Manager

At Olymel, we believe in innovation, quality, and sustainable growth. We are currently seeking a Unit Manager to join our dynamic team. If you're motivated by a fast-paced work environment, enjoy collaboration, and want to make a real impact on operational efficiency and quality, this opportunity is for you!

Why Choose Olymel?

• Career Growth and Job Security:  Enjoy a stable job with opportunities for advancement.
• Company Culture: Be part of a close-knit, collaborative team where every contribution is valued.
• Benefits: Take advantage of competitive benefits and attractive compensation.

General Responsibilities

• 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 and 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

Required Experience

• 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 what Olymel has to offer you:

• A truly family-like work atmosphere
• A service recognition program
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• A group insurance program
• A group savings plan with employer contributions
• A company committed to sustainable development, offering high-quality products, promoting animal welfare, responsible sourcing, reducing its environmental impact, and giving back to the communities it operates in through various initiatives, including the “Together We Give Back” program.

Thank you for your interest in our company.