Assistant Feedlot Manager in Scottsbluff

Date Posted: Tuesday, April 22, 2025

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Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Feedlot Manager
Location: Nebraska
Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 annually (DOE)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us:
We are a well-established feedlot operation in Nebraska running approximately 8,500 head. We’re looking for a dependable, hands-on Assistant Feedlot Manager to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is experienced in cattle care and is looking to grow in a leadership role.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assist in daily operations of an 8,500-head feedlot

  • Monitor cattle health and performance

  • Support calving operations during September and October

  • Check water systems and maintain tanks during summer months

  • Operate four-wheelers or gators for all cattle checks (no horseback)

  • Help manage irrigation systems and sprinkler operations

  • Work closely with the Feedlot Manager and crew to maintain animal health, feed programs, and facility upkeep

Qualifications:

  • Prior feedlot or ranch experience required

  • Strong understanding of cattle health and nutrition

  • Ability to operate and maintain equipment such as four-wheelers, gators, and irrigation systems

  • Self-starter with strong work ethic and good communication skills

  • Must be able to work extended hours during calving and seasonal busy times

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary ($60K–$65K, depending on experience)

  • Housing assistance may be available

  • Opportunities for advancement within a growing operation

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.