Cattle Movement (Non-Horseback)

Adams Land & Cattle, LLC • Broken Bow, NE

1d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Cattle Movement team has an opportunity with the responsibilities of movement, unloading, and flow of cattle to and from our processing/sorting facility. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. This is a non-horseback position and would utilize ATVs.
This person will be responsible for:

Requirements

• Individual must be able to work holidays, extended hours, and weekends.
• Individual must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Exerting 25-50 pounds of force rarely; 10-20 pounds frequently. Standing, sitting, walking, carrying, lifting/lowering, pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, climbing, crawling, stairs, reaching/handling/grasping occasionally; kneeling/crouching rarely.

Nice To Haves

• Previous cattle handling and BQA knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of sick or injured cattle, including basic animal health diagnosis.
• Individual must be team-oriented and self-motivated.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to use analytical techniques for problem solving, coordination, and decision making.
• Driven, organized, action-orientated, and ability to multi-task.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Computer skills and knowledge.
• Commitment to safety and quality culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating cattle movements within the feedyard and communicating with other departments, as needed.
• Assisting with the unloading and movement of incoming cattle.
• Assisting with the flow of cattle to and from the processing/sorting facility.
• Checking water tanks to ensure they are functional.
• Gathering loose cattle and taking them to their appropriate pens.
• Communicating constantly within team and with other teams to maintain a safe and productive work environment.
• Safely operating equipment (e.g. side-by-sides, tractors, pay loaders, mobile hospitals, trucks and trailers).
• Maintaining, cleaning, washing, and disinfecting equipment and facilities daily and as needed.
• Staying current with all required trainings and SOP's.
• Assisting in other areas of cattle production as needed.
• Meeting punctuality and attendance expectations.
• Being accountable for cattle health in assigned zones by:
• Identifying sick or injured cattle.
• Pulling cattle to appropriate hospital pens/doctoring facilities
• Treating cattle per appropriate protocols based on diagnosis and inputting data into the computer
• Sorting and returning cattle to appropriate pens
• Monitoring, sorting and verifying cattle in special pens
• Utilizing animal health reports and interpreting the data to support decisions.
• Reviewing reports and assisting with loading railer cattle trucks.
• Evaluating and euthanizing non-ambulatory cattle when required.
• Assisting with post-mortem examinations, as needed.
• Performing preventative maintenance, inspections, and pre-start checks on equipment and facilities daily.
• Troubleshooting computer issues and contacting leadership and/or IT as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits which begin on Day 1 of employment including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, bonus plan, company match 401(k), and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees