Manager in Training (Assistant Manager)- Dalhart, TX in Dalhart, Texas at Friona Industries

General Description / Objective

The Manager in Training supports with daily operations of all feedyard functions. They work in conjunction with the Feedyard Manager to meet and exceed the operational standards set by company leadership. Your on-the-job training will focus on enhancing your management and technical skills.

This role will work closely with all feedyard departments both as an individual and as a member of a team to create the highest quality care and maintenance to ensure the welfare and functionality of the feedyard.

Roles and Tasks

• Assist with the management of the department assigned.
• Support the routine care and feeding of beef cattle kept in the feedlot
• Be a part of the Leadership Academy and development opportunities at the location
• Work with Feedyard Management to support operations and identify improvements
• Ensure that proper husbandry techniques and feeding programs are in place to promote optimal growth for each animal in the herd
• Support feedlot, appropriate safety standards, and relations with employees, suppliers, and customers
• Assist with preparing short- and long-term operational plans supportive of the feedlot in conjunction with the Assistant and Feedyard Manager
• Assist with reporting weekly and monthly feedlot performance.
• Assist with repair and maintenance of equipment and structures such as stock water, yards, buildings, etc.
• Help establish and maintain proper pen stocking to maximize Feedyard efficiency.
• Assist with nutritional and veterinary guidelines to ensure compliance with animal health and welfare requirements