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.