Feedmill Operator - Burlington Feeders Job at Cactus Feeders Co., Burlington, CO

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  • Cactus Feeders Co.
  • Burlington, CO

Job Description

About the Company:

Cactus Feeders is an Amarillo, Texas-based cattle company. Originally founded by the Engler Family in 1975, today we operate 15 Feedyards and Outside Cattle Locations producing over a million head of fed cattle annually. The Company has locations throughout the Texas Panhandle, Southwest Kansas, and Eastern Colorado.

Location : Burlington Feeders in Burlington, Colorado

Schedule : Full-Time | Rotational Weekends

About the Position: 

As a Feedmill Operator at Burlington Feeders, you will play a critical role in daily feed production by operating and maintaining equipment that produces rations for our cattle. This position involves working with high-capacity systems including boilers, steamers, and flakers. Attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to safety are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate feedmill machinery to produce high-quality feed rations as scheduled
  • Monitor and utilize computer systems to batch feed accurately and track performance
  • Perform daily inspections of machinery to identify wear or maintenance issues before failures occur
  • Assist with the upkeep and cleanliness of the feedmill, including regular housekeeping duties and safe organization of tools and materials
  • Maintain accurate records of feed ingredients and inventory levels
  • Ensure adherence to all safety and environmental regulations, including EPA, FDA, and OSHA standards
  • Communicate effectively with Feedmill Manager and crew members to ensure consistent operations
  • Support additional tasks as needed to support feedmill and yard operations

Qualifications: 

  • High School Diploma or GED (preferred, but not required)
  • Prior experience in a feedmill, agricultural, or heavy equipment setting is strongly preferred
  • Mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of boilers, flakers, steam systems, and electrical systems is a plus
  • Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on machinery
  • Minimum 1–2 years of experience operating heavy equipment
  • Strong work ethic, team-oriented mindset, and clear communication skills
  • Ability to walk, stand, and operate machinery for extended periods in a physically active and fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Full-time, hourly position with pay based on experience, skills, and education ($14.81-$20 per hour)
  • Full-time position
  • Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit
  • Competitive & affordable health + dental + vision insurance packages
  • 100% paid retirement through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401K 
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Continuing Education Scholarships 

Cactus Feeders 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.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

 

Job Tags

Bi-weekly pay, Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Weekend work,

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