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Beef Northwest Feeders LLC

Cattle Manager

Boardman, OR · On-site

The Cattle Manager will be directly responsible for care and health of all feedyard cattle, as well as all activities relating to cattle including transmittal of appropriate paperwork. The cattle ...

Friona Industries

Night Watchman - Happy, TX

Happy, TX · On-site

Night watchmen provides overnight security for a the feedyard location. May be required to answer phone calls, take messages, aid in the loading and unloading of cattle, and respond to requests and ...

Friona Industries

Night Watchman - Happy, TX

Happy, TX · On-site

Night watchmen provides overnight security for a the feedyard location. May be required to answer phone calls, take messages, aid in the loading and unloading of cattle, and respond to requests and ...

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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for feedyard in the United States is $26.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in a feedyard?

In a feedyard position, you'll be responsible for feeding cattle according to specified rations, monitoring animal health, checking for signs of illness or injury, and keeping records of feed and livestock activities. Daily tasks may also involve operating machinery, cleaning pens, assisting with veterinary treatments, and maintaining facility equipment. Teamwork is especially important, as feedyard staff often coordinate feeding schedules and health checks with managers, nutritionists, and veterinarians. Handling unexpected situations, such as weather changes or livestock health emergencies, is also a regular part of the job. This variety ensures the work remains engaging and that the cattle remain healthy and productive.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Feedyard position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a feedyard role, you need practical knowledge of livestock handling, animal nutrition, and basic maintenance, often gained through hands-on experience or agricultural training. Familiarity with data logging systems, feed delivery equipment, and sometimes certification in animal care or equipment operation is beneficial. Dependability, effective communication, and problem-solving are key soft skills for navigating daily challenges and collaborating with team members. These qualifications ensure efficient livestock care, facility operations, and overall animal health and productivity in a feedyard environment.

What is a Feedyard job?

A feedyard job involves caring for cattle in a confined feeding operation where they are fed a specialized diet to promote growth before processing. Responsibilities may include feeding, monitoring animal health, maintaining equipment, and managing environmental conditions. Workers ensure cattle receive proper nutrition and medical care while maintaining facility cleanliness and efficiency. Feedyard employees play a crucial role in the beef production process by optimizing cattle health and growth.

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Cattle Manager

Cattle Manager

Beef Northwest Feeders LLC

Boardman, OR • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Description:

The Cattle Manager will be directly responsible for care and health of all feedyard cattle, as well as all activities relating to cattle including transmittal of appropriate paperwork. The cattle manager will lead and work with the pen riders and custom processing crew. Supervises employee adherence to company policies and prepares employee performance reviews of cattle department

employees. They will be responsible for assisting all medicine and processing pharmaceuticals and supply inventories, including, product usage, and inventory control. They will work closely with the Yard Manager, Assistant Manager, Feeding Supervisor,

Maintenance Supervisor, and consulting veterinarian.


Specific Job Functions:

Essential

  • Supervises cattle movements including movements from home pasture to hospital, pasture backs. Supervises reconciliation of the hospital.
  • Supervises veterinary treatment of sick cattle by Cattle Doctor and treatment entry into the vet computer system. Oversees treatment regimes, cattle health, and sick animal recovery.
  • This position will be boots on the ground, leading and communicating with the teams to meet day to day operational goals.
  • Oversee and support when shipping and receiving cattle. Evaluates condition, type and background of cattle and writes receiving forms. Communicates cattle receiving’s to all affected feedyard staff.
  • Prepares processing work order and schedules processing of cattle with processing crew.
  • Transmits daily or supervises the transmission of all cattle activity paperwork to the Cattle Analyst including receiving paperwork, pen movements and pen pulls, shipments, and death notices.
  • Supervises pen riders and daily cattle checks.
  • Communicates needed repairs and maintenance to the Yard Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Coordinates with the Feeding Supervisor regarding feed schedules and cattle movements.
  • Prepares weekly medicine and processing supplies order, counts inventory at month end and prepares inventory reconciliation.
Requirements:

Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years’ experience working in feedyard, ranching or similar cattle experience
  • Ability to identify and diagnose sick cattle
  • Must be a team-oriented player
  • Must be self-motivated
  • Able to lead and direct people to achieve operational goals
  • Proven horsemanship and stockmanship experience
  • Provide 2 to 3 good horses to utilize on the yard

Compensation: We offer a very competitive wage and excellent benefits that include family health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k match and paid vacation.