Feedlot Processing Labor (Burbank, WA)
About The Position
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture. SUMMARY Performs various tasks under supervision to assist in the everyday operations of the feedlot by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists in the receiving operation by branding, tagging, vaccinating, and sorting cattle. Cleans pens, scales, feed bunks, water tank drains, and water troughs to remove dust and sand particles in order to ensure healthy feeding facilities. Assists cowboys by opening gates and gathering livestock to scales, pens, trucks, and holding areas according to instructions. Makes routine repairs and performs general maintenance duties in the feedlot. Performs other duties as instructed by supervisor. Other duties may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training in a feedlot or ranch environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situation.
- Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
- Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
- Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the receiving operation by branding, tagging, vaccinating, and sorting cattle.
- Cleans pens, scales, feed bunks, water tank drains, and water troughs to remove dust and sand particles in order to ensure healthy feeding facilities.
- Assists cowboys by opening gates and gathering livestock to scales, pens, trucks, and holding areas according to instructions.
- Makes routine repairs and performs general maintenance duties in the feedlot.
- Performs other duties as instructed by supervisor.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) savings plan
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (where applicable)
- Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
- Education Assistance (where applicable)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
