Cattle Unit Manager - Sooner Cattle Company

Summary:

Sooner Cattle Company is seeking a Cattle Unit Manager responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a cattle unit. This role ensures high standards in animal welfare, pasture management, and team leadership while aligning with strategic goals set by the General Manager and fostering a safe and productive work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead cattle care operations by coordinating staff assignments, setting priorities, and ensuring consistent execution of feeding, health monitoring, and handling practices.
• Guide staff in implementing grazing plans, monitoring pasture conditions, and executing rotation schedules that support sustainable forage use and herd health.
• Direct employees to maintain optimal cow condition, targeting a Body Condition Score (BCS) of 5 or better on at least 75% of the herd, with minimal BCS 3 cows.
• Maintain accurate records of herd performance, treatments, pasture usage, and cattle inventory.
• Monitor and maintain ranch infrastructure, including fencing, water systems, and equipment.
• Manage budget tracking and cost control for the unit.
• Support the adoption of new technologies and best practices to improve operational efficiency and sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Respond to emergencies such as weather events, animal health issues, or equipment failures.
• Supervise, train, and support unit employees by fostering a productive and collaborative work environment while ensuring adherence to safety protocols, animal welfare standards, and applicable company policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Ranch Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of hands‑on experience in cattle operations, including 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of livestock handling, pasture and range management, and ranch equipment.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining machinery and heavy equipment.
• Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with ranch management software, data entry, and maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Ability to maintain and improve ranch infrastructure.
• Commitment to safety and employee training.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work in remote outdoor environments.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs repetitively, pushing, pulling, or dragging up to 200 lbs, and standing or walking for 9–12 hours per day.
• Ability to work outdoors year‑round in heat, cold, and rain.
• Ability to work a regular farm schedule of 45–50 hours per week, including days, nights, holidays, and weekends, based on business needs.

AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time.

AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: www.agreserves.com/benefits . AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.

Additional Benefits may also include: Company Housing