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Cattle Manager
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J.R. Simplot
in Pasco, WA, USA
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. These endeavors have been around for centuries and will continue to be a vital part of the global economy. We currently have a Cattle Manager position open at in Pasco WA.
Overview: Supervises the processing of cattle as they arrive at the feedlot to ensure that they are properly inspected, sorted, vaccinated and/or branded in a timely manner that minimizes stress to the animal. Supervises and schedules cowboy and vet crews to accomplish daily activities of pen checking, sorting, moving, and doctoring as required to maintain good herd health. Maintains and updates all cattle transactions, including processing, vaccinations, movements and deaths, through a feedlot management software system, Cattle Expert. Monitors cattle on a daily basis, removing sick and injured cattle to the feedlot hospital for treatment in order to protect the herd from the spread of disease. Inspects cattle for evidence of disease or injury and treats animal according to experience or following instructions of Staff Veterinarian.
Skill / Experience Requirements: Knowledgeable in the areas of animal health and cattle conditions generally acquired with a minimum of ten or more years related experience and/or training in a large feedlot or range environment. Responsible for crew of up to 20; average cattle headcount of 40,000.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED). - Five plus years related experience and/or training. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirement.
Location Information: Overlooks the Columbia River in Washington's burgeoning Tri-City area. A former railway town and agricultural hub for Southeast Washington, Pasco still possesses some evidence of its early agricultural roots. An increasing number of wine producers are gravitating to the Pasco area, where warm, dry weather and mild winters provide the ideal climate for Washington's expanding wine industry. Not surprising, wine festivals are becoming a Tri-City tradition and are an easy stop for regional wine tours.
Overview: Supervises the processing of cattle as they arrive at the feedlot to ensure that they are properly inspected, sorted, vaccinated and/or branded in a timely manner that minimizes stress to the animal. Supervises and schedules cowboy and vet crews to accomplish daily activities of pen checking, sorting, moving, and doctoring as required to maintain good herd health. Maintains and updates all cattle transactions, including processing, vaccinations, movements and deaths, through a feedlot management software system, Cattle Expert. Monitors cattle on a daily basis, removing sick and injured cattle to the feedlot hospital for treatment in order to protect the herd from the spread of disease. Inspects cattle for evidence of disease or injury and treats animal according to experience or following instructions of Staff Veterinarian.
Skill / Experience Requirements: Knowledgeable in the areas of animal health and cattle conditions generally acquired with a minimum of ten or more years related experience and/or training in a large feedlot or range environment. Responsible for crew of up to 20; average cattle headcount of 40,000.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED). - Five plus years related experience and/or training. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirement.
Location Information: Overlooks the Columbia River in Washington's burgeoning Tri-City area. A former railway town and agricultural hub for Southeast Washington, Pasco still possesses some evidence of its early agricultural roots. An increasing number of wine producers are gravitating to the Pasco area, where warm, dry weather and mild winters provide the ideal climate for Washington's expanding wine industry. Not surprising, wine festivals are becoming a Tri-City tradition and are an easy stop for regional wine tours.
Published at 12-05-2009
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