Feedyard Head Cowboy; EH

Position: Feedyard Head Cowboy (EH-11083)
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

**- Strong, proven background in
** feedlot operations
** with at least several years of hands-on cattle experience.
- Demonstrated ability to
** manage and lead people**, preferably with prior experience supervising a cowboy crew.
- Excellent knowledge of animal health, cattle behavior, and doctoring practices; able to spot, diagnose, and treat livestock effectively.
- Strong horsemanship and cattle-handling skills; must be confident in both riding and roping.
- Effective communicator with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Dependable, motivated, and capable of making sound decisions under pressure.
- A real "stand-up" person with integrity, work ethic, and leadership presence.
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* JOB DESCRIPTION:

** Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting a large, progressive commercial feedyard in Nebraska in their search for an experienced
** Head Cowboy
** to lead the day-to-day cattle operations. This role requires a highly skilled and hands-on individual with excellent people management abilities, strong herd health knowledge, and the leadership qualities to oversee a team of cowboys in a fast-paced, professional feedyard environment.
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* Position Overview:

** The Head Cowboy will be responsible for directing all aspects of cattle care and movement within the feedyard. This includes supervising and mentoring a crew of
** 7-10 full-time cowboys**, ensuring proper animal health protocols are followed, and coordinating cattle receiving, processing, shipping, and daily pen activities. The successful candidate must bring a
** strong cattle background, a proven feedlot skill set, and the ability to make timely, accurate animal health decisions
** while working closely with veterinarians and feedyard management.
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Provide daily leadership and supervision to the cowboy crew; recruit, train, and coach employees to ensure a skilled, safety-conscious team.
* Oversee all aspects of
** herd health**: spotting and diagnosing sick cattle, administering appropriate treatment, and ensuring protocols are followed accurately and consistently.
* Coordinate
** cattle movement, processing, shipping, and receiving
** to maintain smooth operations and timely handling.
* Communicate effectively with feedyard management and other department heads (feed, maintenance, office) to align on priorities and maximize overall yard efficiency.
* Monitor cattle behavior, performance, and condition daily, identifying potential health or handling issues before they become major problems.
* Maintain accurate health and treatment records in compliance with feedyard protocols.
* Actively promote a
** positive, team-oriented work culture**; solve problems constructively and lead by example.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cowboy seeking a
** leadership position
** in a large commercial operation. The employer values professionalism, teamwork, and a positive attitude, and is looking for someone who can bring both cattle expertise and people leadership to their feedyard crew.
** BENEFITS:
** Health Insurance, Matching 401k, Paid Vacation, Work Vehicle
** ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.
*** If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.*    #### Phone:  #### Fax:  

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