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:
-Primary 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.
Secondary Responsibilities:
-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.
Ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:
-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.
This position requires:
-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.
Compensation Details:
-Starting Wage: $17.00 to $20.00 per hour
-$2,000 Hiring Bonus
-Comprehensive Benefits which begin on Day 1 of employment including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, bonus plan, company match 401(k), and more! How to Apply: Apply online at https://www.adamslandandcattle.com/careers/ |