Beef Feedlot Manager with On-Site Housing

Farm Job Search; Pocahontas (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary of $40,000

2 weeks of annual vacation

Housing available near feedlot

Job summary

A local agricultural operation in Pocahontas, Iowa is seeking a Farm Manager. You will be responsible for managing a 500-head feedlot, ensuring cattle health, data collection, and maintaining farm facilities. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Animal Science or equivalent experience, basic cattle management skills, and effective communication abilities. The position offers an annual salary of $40,000, two weeks of vacation, and housing options near the feedlot.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Animal Science or related field preferred.
• Basic cattle management skills such as nutrition, herd health, and performance evaluation.
• Availability to work off-hours, evenings, or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Daily management of the feedlot operation.
• Collect data and maintain accurate health records.
• Support overall farm mission of quality cattle management.

Skills

Cattle management

Basic communication skills

Basic equipment skills

Education

BS degree in Animal Science or related field

High school diploma plus 3-5 years of experience

Tools

Tractors

Skid loaders

ATVs

Job description

A local agricultural operation in Pocahontas, Iowa is seeking a Farm Manager. You will be responsible for managing a 500-head feedlot, ensuring cattle health, data collection, and maintaining farm facilities. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Animal Science or equivalent experience, basic cattle management skills, and effective communication abilities. The position offers an annual salary of $40,000, two weeks of vacation, and housing options near the feedlot.