Five Rivers Cattle Feeding

Manager

• Ensures Feedlot environmental compliance.
• Directs and coordinates activities of workers engaged in farming, manure management, repair, maintenance, and installation of equipment, and in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and systems.
• Sets a positive example for employees by modeling safe work practices and following safety rules and policies.
• Communicates critical safety information to employees by conducting regular safety training; monitors workplace for unsafe/non-compliant behavior.
• Manages 1 subordinate supervisor and 5-6 non-supervisory employees.
• Identifies current and future maintenance requirements through communication with management and production personnel.
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements for rolling stock including feed trucks, tractors, and other heavy equipment, and scheduling maintenance and repair.
• Coordinates utility repairs with appropriate service providers.
• Directs maintenance activities on water systems and tanks to provide a continuous supply of drinking water to livestock.
• Maintains fencing and gates by repairing damage in a timely manner.
• Maintains facility appearance by ensuring that grass/weeds are mowed regularly and trash is properly disposed of.
• Plans and supervises all yard construction, renovation, and replacement projects.
• Maintains roads, pens, and alleys by filling in holes, controlling dust, and removing accumulated manure.
• Maintains environmental compliance and corresponding records according to specified EPA guidelines; collects soil and water samples for testing.
• Utilizes best methods of planting, cultivation, harvesting, and knowledge of various climatic conditions on crops to ensure high yields; develops methods for control of noxious weeds, crop diseases, and insect pests.
• Manages department supplies inventory by researching costs, designing inventory systems, determining inventory levels, anticipating needed supplies, and approving orders.
• Develops department capital and operating budgets; manages expenses by studying historical data, anticipating needs, and researching costs.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Yard Maintenance Manager