Cattle Feedlot Manager

Beck's Superior Hybrids • Atlanta, IN

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Feedlot Manager is responsible for sourcing and marketing of cattle, daily care, health, and management of 2,500 head of feeder calves. This role requires a blend of hands-on agricultural labor, mechanical maintenance, personnel management, and strategic business planning with nutritionists, veterinarians, and cattlemen.

Requirements

• Must be BQA (Beef Quality Assurance) certified and BQA Transportation certified.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and IOS Mobile Systems.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Solid understanding of cattle handling, genetics, cattleman industry.
• Experience in feedlot operations, cattle processing, and crew supervision is required.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of a valid Class A CDL is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with cow/calf producers to build a pipeline of sources of cattle and to meet strategic objectives of the operation.
• Build and maintain relationships with feedlot buyers and packer buyers to optimize demand for Beck’s cattle, leading to profitability of the operation.
• Hire and manage staff to assist with daily chores and seasonal operations of the feedlot.
• Collaborate with production team leaders to build program and routine for equipment maintenance, manure application, hauling of feed and livestock.
• Collaborate with an animal nutritionist to optimize diet and a local veterinarian to establish and maintain health protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of animals and feed materials for monthly reporting regarding feedlot status.
• Manage cattle environment to promote herd health, cattle growth, and marketing objectives. Specifically, bunks, waterers, gates, fences, bed pack, drovers alley, rendering, etc.
• Train and coach a bench of other Beck’s employees to assist in the 24/7/365 demands of the operation. Making operations simple and scalable where practical.
• Coordinate transportation of animals and feed materials, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Production Manager.

Benefits

• Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
• 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
• Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
• Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, Two Hundred Dollar Merchandise Allowance, & Much More

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed