Front End Crew/Feed Truck Operator - Jobs in Stirling, AB

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We are a family owned custom cattle feeding and farming business with four feedlot locations in southern Alberta: The Home Lot and North Lot near Coaldale, HWY 52 near Raymond and Sandy Hill near Taber. Kasko Cattle is proud to be a progressive, customer-centered feedlot and farming business. The four feed lots have a standing capacity of over 45,000 head. We focus heavily on consistency, food safety and environmental and economic sustainability.This position requires Saturday and Sunday availability. The applicant must be able to work weekends. Currently on a five day per week rotation, alternating days off between Fri/Sat, Sat/Sun and Sun/Mon.JOB SUMMARY:The primary role of the Front End Crew Worker is to ensure optimal herd health through proper induction and re-handling of cattle. They are responsible for the proper administration of vaccines, implants, ear tags, etc. when processing cattle. The Front End Crew Worker is responsible for recording accurate weights and sorting cattle as required for marketing purposes. The Front End Crew Worker assists the feedlot manager in all aspects feedlot, yard and pen maintenance while providing a low-stress environment for cattle.The primary role of the Feed Truck Operator is to accurately and consistently feed cattle as per directions from the Feedlot Manager. The Feed Truck Operator plays a critical role in ensuring cattle are fed high quality feed as per rations set out by the Feedlot Manager to ensure cattle make efficient gains while on the feedlot. An essential part of the Feed Truck Operator is maintaining equipment, reporting irregular animal behavior and reporting pen and bunk issues to the Feedlot Manager.WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR AND WHY SHOULD YOU APPLYWe are looking for people who are integrity driven, motivated and flexible to join our team. We require individuals to have strong communication skills, animal herd health knowledge and be safety orientated. We offer competitive pay, the ability to be home during most evenings to spend time with your family, guaranteed hours, excellent benefits, and potential housing.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Follow all standard operation procedures for processing cattle.Adhere to cattle processing schedules as instructed by Feedlot Manager.Count cattle before and after indoctrination, sorting, weighing, implanting, boostering, etc.Record animal ID and any treatments that may be necessary beyond the processing protocol (i.e. band castrations, pink-eyes, abscesses).Prepare and move cattle from one area to another, including shipping and receiving cattle.Follow all procedures for handling, restraining, and moving cattle.Communicate regarding cattle movements.Clean and maintain facilities, pens, and equipment daily.Clean and maintain water bowls regularly.Accurately and consistently feed cattle in a timely manner in the same order and same time everyBuild rations with accurate and consistent ingredientsFollow mixing instructions as per ration sheets (i.e. mixing times, maximum load sizes, ).Ensure proper feed records are kept to ensure feed additive withdrawal times are adhered to.Spread feed evenly across entire bunk and clean any spills to reduce wasteClear bunks of debris, rocks, manure, spoiled feed, prior to delivering new feed.Maintain tidiness of silage pit and practice good silage-face management.Clean and maintain tidiness of mill and mill area.Ensure new cattle are fed appropriately in a timely manner.Report pen maintenance issues or cattle health issues to Feedlot Manager(s) so problems can be rectified as soon as possible.CORE COMPETENCIES:ReliabilityAttention to DetailAdaptability/FlexibilityIntegrity DrivenTeamworkInitiativeMotivation/ResponsibilitySafety OrientedWritten & Oral communicationCattle Health KnowledgeBasic Computer SkillsCattle Handling Knowledge & SkillsKEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:The front end crew worker/feed truck operator will have regular daily communication with pen checkers and the feedlot manager. They will also have occasional communication with office staff and other managers, as required. They may have occasional communication with customers, contractors and delivery personnel.EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:High School diploma is an asset.Post Secondary Education in a related field is an asset.Experience working in the Agriculture industry is required.Experience working on a feedlot is an asset.Experience working with cattle and cattle health knowledge is an asset.WORKING CONDITIONS:Those in this position generally work 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM but could be required to work earlier and/or later to meet organizational needs. This position is exposed to all environmental conditions working outdoors. This includes, but not limited to exposure to the elements such as sun, wind, rain, snow, hot and cold temperatures. Those working this position should wear clothing appropriate to the weather conditions each day.BENEFITS:Full-time, permanent incumbents of this position are eligible for company benefits programs including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance benefits, after three months of employment. Company paid pension plan benefits are available after one year of employment.REMUNERATION:Remuneration for this position is based on experience and quality of work. Incumbents of this position accrue 4% vacation which may be taken as paid vacation time off or paid out (after 3 months) upon request.LANGUAGE: EnglishDRIVER’S LICENSE: Class 5 required.EXPECTATIONS OF ALL KASKO CATTLE COMPANY EMPLOYEES:Take care of cattle first! Every reasonable effort should be made to ensure cattle are happy, healthy, and comfortable. If anything is amiss on the feedlot, rectify the situation or report the problem immediately to ensure a low-stress environment is maintained for the animals.Make a good first impression! Feedlots should be well organized and maintained to demonstrate the type of care and consideration we are also provide to the cattle. Do your part to ensure a good first impression and report any problems to your manager immediately.We are beef producers and must focus on food safety! Ensure we follow all food safety, veterinary and cattle handling guidelines to eliminate chances of any food contamination.Attract and keep customers. Keeping our existing customers is priority number one. We can do that by treating their cattle as if they were our own. Our customers trust us with an important investment, and we must do everything we can to protect their investment and ensure healthy gains.Treat all employees with respect and maintain a positive attitude.Communicate with manager about any workplace issues.Be flexible and perform duties as assigned.Quick Apply

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