Cattle Department Supervisor - Operations & Care

5rcattle; Ulysses (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

5rcattle in Ulysses, Kansas is seeking an Assistant Cattle Department Manager to oversee the supervision and coordination of livestock activities. This role involves managing several employees, ensuring livestock health, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate should possess an undergraduate degree or relevant experience in animal husbandry, along with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in challenging outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree; or equivalent related experience.
• Ability to read safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to solve practical problems in variable situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises management of workers engaged in livestock care.
• Assigns workers to receive, weigh, inspect, and transfer livestock.
• Examines livestock health with veterinarians to address issues.
• Ensures safe handling of livestock and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Animal husbandry skills

Knowledge of cattle breeds and characteristics

Word Processing software skills

Spreadsheet software skills

Database software skills

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

5rcattle in Ulysses, Kansas is seeking an Assistant Cattle Department Manager to oversee the supervision and coordination of livestock activities. This role involves managing several employees, ensuring livestock health, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate should possess an undergraduate degree or relevant experience in animal husbandry, along with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in challenging outdoor conditions.