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Five Rivers Cattle Feeding

Load Operator - Mill

Dalhart, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Utilizes a front-end loader to maintain an adequate supply of silage/roughage inbox/pit for daily feed production. Performs the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform ...

Five Rivers Cattle Feeding

Load Operator - Mill

Dalhart, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Utilizes a front-end loader to maintain an adequate supply of silage/roughage inbox/pit for daily feed production. Performs the following duties. Essential Duties And Responsibilities: To perform ...

Patterson

Technician - Monday to Friday

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$18 - $24.75/hr

Help with installation, service, and repair of forage and silage inoculant dispensing systems * Perform reconciliation of inoculant usage and inventory and maintain accurate records * Transact all ...

Patterson

Service Technician

Amarillo, TX · On-site

Help with installation, service, and repair of forage and silage inoculant dispensing systems * Perform reconciliation of inoculant usage and inventory and maintain accurate records * Transact all ...

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What is silage?

A silage job typically involves the harvesting, storing, and managing of fermented green fodder used as animal feed, primarily for cattle. Workers in this role operate machinery such as forage harvesters, tractors, and silage trailers to cut and transport crops like corn, grass, or alfalfa. They are also responsible for ensuring proper storage conditions to maintain feed quality. Silage jobs are common in agricultural settings and require knowledge of farm equipment and animal nutrition.

What does silage management involve?

Professionals in silage management typically oversee the harvesting, chopping, and storage of forage crops, ensuring optimal conditions for fermentation and preservation. Daily tasks may include monitoring silage moisture and temperature levels, inspecting equipment, coordinating with farm crews during harvest, and sampling silage for quality analysis. You may also be involved in maintaining records of crop yields, advising on best practices to limit spoilage, and implementing safety protocols for silo operations. Working in this role often requires collaboration with agronomists, farm managers, and livestock specialists to ensure the silage meets the nutritional needs of the herd.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for silage?

To thrive as a Silage Technician or Silage Specialist, you need a strong understanding of agricultural sciences, forage crop management, and safe silage fermentation practices, often supported by relevant farm or agronomy experience. Familiarity with farm machinery, silage analysis tools, and adherence to safety regulations are important technical competencies. Good organization, communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are key soft skills. Mastery of these areas ensures the production of high-quality silage, optimizes livestock nutrition, and supports overall farm productivity.

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Load Operator - Mill

Five Rivers Cattle Feeding, LLC

Dalhart, TX • On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

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Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

JOB TITLE: Loader Operator - Mill
REPORTS TO: Feedmill Manager and Assistant Feedmill Manager
FLSA STATUS: Hourly, Ag exempt
FUNCTION: Utilizes a front-end loader to maintain an adequate supply of silage/roughage inbox/pit for daily feed production. Performs the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Ensures uninterrupted feed production by maintaining an adequate supply of roughage inbox; transports silage from silage pit to mill using a front end loader; stockpiles hulls/silage.
  • Ensures operation of equipment by completing servicing requirements specified by the manager (may include: fueling, checking fluid levels, checking filters, greasing, and cleaning equipment).
  • Cleans area around roughage box by shoveling, sweeping, or blowing spilled roughage. Complies with all applicable safety rules and policies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience operating heavy equipment.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPETENCY: Expected to demonstrate an understanding of Company policies, adapt to changes in the work environment, exhibit sound, and accurate judgment, observe safety and security procedures, and report potentially unsafe conditions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee is required to wear hardhat; eye, ear, and respiratory protection daily. Frequently to Occasionally the employee is required to push/pull, reach, bend, run, sit, stand, jump, climb, squat, kneel, lift, carry, twist, grasp/squeeze. Working with or near cattle, horses, vehicles, and equipment in all weather conditions.
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