Full Time - Day Shift (6:30am - 3:00pm with rotating weekends)\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nAt Semex, we truly believe that your work and workplace should be more than just a job - they are an invaluable part of your career and personal journey. We believe you should have opportunities to grow, develop relationships, and contribute to our important work of ensuring that farmers worldwide have the genetics, technology, and hands-on solutions needed to feed the world.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nAbout the Role\r\n\r\nWe are currently looking for an Animal Care Specialist to join our Housing Team. Reporting to the Animal Care Supervisor, the successful candidate must have a good knowledge of livestock care and be physically capable of handling large bulls. Hay, silage and manure handling are part of the regular job duties. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat You Will Do:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tPerform semen collection procedures\r\n\tFeed and care for bulls, ensuring proper nutrition and welfare\r\n\tOperate and maintain farm equipment safely and efficiently\r\n\tAssist with seasonal crop work\r\n\tConduct mechanical and manual barn cleaning\r\n\tHandle hay, silage, and manure as part of daily operations\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat You Need to Succeed:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tHigh School Diploma or equivalent\r\n\tValid driver’s license\r\n\tStrong agricultural background with experience in livestock handling and care\r\n\tAbility to operate farm equipment; solid mechanical aptitude\r\n\tPhysically capable of handling large animals\r\n\tExcellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindsetk\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhy Join Semex: \r\n\r\nHealth & Wellness\r\n\r\n\r\n\tCompany paid comprehensive benefits program: Including extended health and dental care for employees and eligible dependents\r\n\tShort and long-term disability coverage\r\n\tEmployee & Family Assistance Program\r\n\r\n\r\nFinancial Security\r\n\r\n\r\n\tDefined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching\r\n\tCompetitive salary, merit pay and annual performance bonus\r\n\r\n\r\nWork-Life Balance\r\n\r\n\r\n\tPaid time off: Vacation, Personal and Sick time\r\n\tEmployee Recognition Program\r\n\r\n\r\nGrowth & Culture\r\n\r\n\r\n\tLearning and development catalog and opportunities\r\n\tSocial committee events \r\n\tAnnual allowance forSemexShop to purchaseSemex/Boviteqbranded clothing and merchandise\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWork Location & Minimum Pay Rate \r\n\r\nThis is an in-person role requiring 5 days per week in our Kemptville location offering a minimum starting salary of $21.00 per hour, with potential compensation enhancements based on applicable experience and qualifications. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nAt Semex we strive to have team members feel empowered and valued, contributing to our success. We take pride in the diverse community that makes up the fabric of our company. From the salesperson at the farm gate to the lab technician, everyone works purposefully and meaningfully. We’re not afraid of hard work, hold each other accountable, and act guided by our core values. If this sounds like you, let’s talk! \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nInterested in joining our Team? Submit your application by clicking on APPLY TO THIS POSITION.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSemex/Boviteq encourages people with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request by contacting talentmanagement@semex.com. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nAt Semex/Boviteq we are committed to protecting your personal information. By applying you consent to the collection and use of your personal data for recruitment purposes, in accordance with applicable privacy laws. Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used during the recruitment process. Please note the terms used in this posting are used generically and refer to people of all genders. We are dedicated to fair and transparent hiring practices and will notify applicants of the outcome within 45 days of their final interview. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWe thank all applicants for applying for this position, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted. \r\n