Cattle Feedlot Manager

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.

As a member of the Beck's Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:

• 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

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.

Job Requirements

Education and training:

• 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.

Technical knowledge:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and IOS Mobile Systems.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Solid understanding of cattle handling, genetics, cattleman industry.
• Possession of a valid Class A CDL is preferred.

Travel and hours of work:

• Overnight travel may be required based on project needs at Beck's regional locations and may vary in duration of time.
• Hours of work will vary based on seasonal field activity, accessibility and flexibility of work hours is critical.
• Maintain flexibility to address urgent animal needs.

Physical demands:

• May be required to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted.

• Ability to pass respiratory medical clearance evaluation required.

• Ability to pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner's Certificate may be required.

Experience:

• Experience in feedlot operations, cattle processing, and crew supervision is required.

In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.