Hands-On Feedlot Manager | Livestock Operations

South Dakota Ag Connection; South Dakota; On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing Provided

Beef

Benefits Negotiable

Job summary

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a Working Feedlot Manager for a progressive South Dakota farm, ranch and cattle feeding operation. This hands-on role fits an experienced livestock professional who can work independently and contribute across the operation.

The position emphasizes cattle health, feeding practices, daily handling, and equipment operation, with a focus on safety and efficiency. A strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to coordinate with the owner and staff are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in feedlot, cattle, ranch, or general livestock operations.
• Understanding of cattle care, feeding practices, animal health, and livestock management.
• Finishing feedlot experience preferred.
• Cow-calf, calving, heifer development, or winter cattle management experience is a plus.
• Ability to recognize cattle health issues and respond appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation.
• Feed cattle daily and monitor feed intake, condition, performance, and overall health.
• Identify sick or stressed cattle, recognize potential health concerns, and take appropriate action.
• Oversee cattle processing, sorting, handling, and other routine livestock work.
• Assist with the cow-calf operation, including spring calving, heifer development, and seasonal cattle work.
• Maintain clean, safe, and functional livestock facilities, pens, and equipment.
• Operate tractors, loaders, feed trucks, and other equipment used in daily operations.
• Assist with hauling and handling feed, hay, manure, and other materials.
• Perform routine equipment checks and minor maintenance as needed.
• Work directly with the owner and other employees to maintain efficient, productive daily operations.
• Assist with additional farm, ranch, and livestock duties as seasonal workloads require.
• Maintain high standards of animal care, workplace safety, and overall operational efficiency.

Skills

Livestock management

Tools

Tractors & loaders

Job description

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a Working Feedlot Manager for a progressive South Dakota farm, ranch and cattle feeding operation. This hands-on role fits an experienced livestock professional who can work independently and contribute across the operation.

The position emphasizes cattle health, feeding practices, daily handling, and equipment operation, with a focus on safety and efficiency. A strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to coordinate with the owner and staff are essential.