Feedlot Operator 1

Niewohner Entities is all about caring for animals and the land. This has been a family tradition that has been handed down from generation to generation. We value collaboration throughout industries, by operating in multiple areas and continue to grow. Starting off as a farm and cattle operation near Albion, Nebraska, Niewohner Entities has grown to 3 cattle feedlots, as well as farrow to finish swine confinement. Other divisions include The Batch Box, SiDump'r, Feeding System, Beaver Bearing, and Upper Iowa Beef.

General Purpose

JSMM Farms (Niewohner Entites) is looking for a Cattle Processor to process and/or treat cattle according to established procedures, provide the best care for all cattle, and assist in all aspects of animal health.

Duties/Responsibilities:

1. In this operation it is important that every employee focus on the priorities of:  Cattle Health; Animal Welfare; Employee Safety, and; Overall Productivity.

1. Report to work on time each day and begin the day’s activities.

1. Adhere to the requirements and guidelines established by the Owners and Manager, and adhere to the policies included in the Employee Handbook.

1. Perform the protocol established for vaccinating and identifying cattle when incoming loads are being processed.

1. All cattle will receive the appropriate vaccinations, identifications, and sorted to weight for home pens.

1. All incoming cattle will be put in the receiving pens, then processed, then put into their home pen within three days of receiving.  Only when approved, this protocol will vary.

1. Perform assigned operations andensure they are completed accurately, consistently, efficiently, and according to policy including delegating or completing tasks and training.

1. Ride and manage any horses in your care with a focus on their well-being and overall welfare.

1. Processand/or treatcattle in your department in accordance with established policies and procedures and under the instruction of the Vet ShackForeman.

1. Sort and move cattle as instructed. 

1. Record all cattle movement, deaths and treatments in accordance with established procedures.

1. Ensure adequate animal health product inventory for doctoring and processing, and keep monthly inventory.

1. Keep the working shedsclean, organized and efficient.

1. Load cattle for sale and unload arriving cattle.

1. Check all incoming cattle for health status, appropriate paperwork, headcount, etc.

1. Coordinate sorts and movement with the office and feed crew.

1. Do your part to promote a sense of teamwork, camaraderie, safety and an enjoyable work environment.

1. Perform regular maintenance of fences, waterersand feeders and keep the facilities neat and orderly.

1. When operating equipment, check oil and fluids, keep the equipment and cab clean, do regular maintenance according to established procedure, and be sure that fuel is filled at the end of the day.

1. Be Alert!  Drive and operate all equipment according to established operational and safety procedures.

1. Drivepickup trucks, 4-wheelers and machinerywith basic common sense.  Dents, abuse and other carelessness will not be tolerated.

1. Provide ideas for new and innovative ways to provide care for cattle at the lowest possible cost with the greatest possible efficiency.

1. Work in coordination with the Owners and the Manager.

1. Do not make any purchases without the approval of your leaders. Return with a signed receipt for all purchases and leave that receipt in the designated location in the office.

1. Be aware of potential environmental issues and notify the Manager of any concerns in this area.

1. Keep waste to a minimum and constantly evaluate ways to reduce costs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to do hard physical labor.
• Strong commitment to team work.
• Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations.

Physical Requirements:  

• Must be able to stand on concrete for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis

Dress and Personal Protective Equipment: 

Must wear appropriate clothing for all operations to protect against injury—safety glasses; no loose clothing; gloves; ear protection; etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to humid conditions, ambient air, hot and cold temperature, fumes or airborne particles, traffic, and chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally high.