Operations Assistant Manager Job at Ag1Source, Garden City, KS

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  • Ag1Source
  • Garden City, KS

Job Description

Operations Assistant Manager

COMPANY & CULTURE

This position plays a key leadership role within a well-established feedyard focused on operational excellence, animal welfare, and team collaboration. The successful candidate will embody the company’s core values of safety, integrity, accountability, and respect—building on a culture where every department works together toward efficiency, productivity, and animal performance.

Our feedyard prides itself on maintaining a clean, safe, and progressive environment, where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged at every level of the operation. We believe in developing people as much as cattle, creating opportunities for personal growth and professional advancement within a tight-knit, production-driven team.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Feedyard Operations Supervisor will oversee and coordinate all major feedyard departments , ensuring optimal cattle performance, operational efficiency, and employee safety.
Primary areas of responsibility include:

Cross-Departmental Coordination

  • Facilitate teamwork, communication, and accountability across cattle, feed, mill, and maintenance departments.

  • Align daily operations with production goals and animal health standards.

Departmental Oversight

Cattle Department

  • Supervise receiving, processing, shipping, and health protocols for all cattle.

  • Manage hospital system quality control and treatment accuracy.

  • Develop production schedules (implant programs, days on feed, marketing timelines).

  • Maintain accurate cattle and pharmaceutical inventories.

Mill Department

  • Oversee ingredient receiving, grain processing, and mill housekeeping.

  • Ensure quality control and accurate inventory of feed and micro-ingredients.

  • Maintain mill equipment and feed loader operations.

Feed Department

  • Direct feed program execution and bunk management.

  • Ensure timely, accurate feed delivery and truck maintenance.

  • Monitor feed quality and consistency.

Maintenance Department

  • Oversee repair and upkeep of all rolling stock, facilities, and equipment.

  • Maintain fuel and parts inventory, waste management, and water systems (wells, storage tanks, troughs, plumbing).

Safety & Compliance

  • Lead monthly safety meetings and promote a strong safety culture.

  • Model safe practices, monitor compliance, and address unsafe behaviors.

  • Encourage employee input to strengthen safety programs.

Administrative & Strategic Support

  • Support departmental scheduling, capital expenditure planning, and budget management.

  • Partner with consultants (nutritionists, veterinarians, environmental, and safety advisors).

  • Engage in customer service and client relations as needed.

IDEAL CANDIDATE / LEADERSHIP STYLE

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with proven experience in feedyard or large-scale cattle operations. They will balance day-to-day operational management with long-term leadership development, striving to build cohesive, high-performing teams.

Key Leadership Responsibilities

  • Develop, coach, and mentor department supervisors through one-on-one and group meetings.

  • Conduct monthly safety and operations reviews and set measurable KPIs.

  • Recruit, train, and retain top talent across departments.

  • Address issues promptly, fostering accountability and open communication.

  • Represent the feedyard positively within the local community.

Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of feedyard operations, animal husbandry, and production efficiency.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage people and processes in a fast-paced environment.

  • Proficiency in data-driven decision-making and cross-department collaboration.

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with a servant-leader mindset.

  • Prior supervisory or management experience required.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

This is a high-impact leadership position with the opportunity to shape the success and culture of the entire yard. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits tailored to experience, including:

  • Salary commensurate with experience and performance history

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Company vehicle and/or fuel allowance (if applicable)

  • Retirement plan with company match (if applicable)

  • Ongoing professional development and advancement potential

You’ll join a team where your leadership directly impacts operational excellence, cattle performance, and the development of future feedyard leaders.

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Operations Assistant Manager job.

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