Barn Worker

Barn workers are responsible for handling all animals humanely, proper and accurate documentation of cattle received and on site, as well as cleanliness of the barn area.

• →Will be working with live cattle.
• →Moving cattle to proper locations within the barn (ex. Truck to scale, scale to pen, pen to knock).
• →Ensure all gates are secure to prevent mixing of producer’s cattle.
• →Ensure that proper documentation is kept accurate.
• →Verify cattle counts and pen locations.
• →Properly filling out Ante-mortem inspection sheets and ensure all cattle are properly inspected prior to harvest.
• →Ensure all cattle have access to clean water sources.
• →Separate slow/ challenged cattle. Knock non-ambulatory or challenged animal.
• →Ensure good communication with Harvest Management, USDA, and the Finance team.
• →NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to work in a humid, hot, wet, slippery, or at varied heights in and around moving equipment and parts with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Previous experience/knowledge of manufacturing environment.
• Previous heavy machinery experience in manufacturing environment.
• Previous livestock handling/ beef production experience.

• Always be aware of your surroundings.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and Animal welfare procedures.
• Be attentive to detail.
• Ability to work safely, wear PPE, and follow instructions.
• Ability to attend work consistently.
• Able to stand for lengthy periods of time.
• Display strong work ethic.