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Ranch Manager, Wagonhammer Ranches

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Position Title: Ranch Manager

Name of Ranch/Business: Wagonhammer Ranches

Location: Bartlett, NE

Position Description/Responsibilities:

Wagonhammer Ranches is looking for a ranch manager to oversee all ranching operations for its 2,400 head cow herd. This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the most renowned ranches in the Nebraska Sandhills. We’re looking for a highly motivated leader with well-rounded ranch experience and a continuous improvement mindset. Benefits include housing, annual bonus opportunity, and an unparalleled retirement plan.

To apply, please download an application from https://wagonhammer.com/ or send a resume with references from supervisors to alex@wagonhammer.com See the story of Wagonhammer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psmaQ36oSyU&t=1s.

Qualifications:

  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Excellent communicator
  • Team player
  • Progressive thinker
  • Self-driven individual
  • Experienced in cow/calf production and all aspects of ranch work
  • Experienced in Word and Excel
  • Ability to operate and maintain ranch related equipment. Perform basic repairs.
  • Experienced working on horseback

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for managing a team of 7 ranch employees and 2,400 head cow herd.
  • Reports directly to Owner.
  • Working knowledge of cattle nutrition. Oversee the feeding program and develop feed budget in coordination with consulting nutritionist.
  • Manage inventory and ordering of feed and supplies.
  • Work with team members to develop and implement a grazing plan and invasive species control.
  • Execute a herd health program formed in coordination with consulting veterinarians.
  • Work with ownership, team members, veterinarians, nutritionist, university researchers, and other resources to improve ranch performance.
  • Maintain herd inventory records, production records, etc.
  • Implement preventative maintenance system on machinery.
  • Communicate recommendations for capital projects and major equipment purchases to owner.
  • Coordinate with the Seedstock Manager who is responsible for the breeding program and sales.
  • Coordinate with the Feedyard Manager where operations and production needs overlap.
  • Participate in daily operations including calving, range management, fence & equipment repairs & maintenance, cattle processing, hay production, and all aspects of ranch work.

Website: https://wagonhammer.com/ 

To Apply: Please contact Alex Wolf

Ranch Contact Name:

Alex Wolf
alex@wagonhammer.com || (402) 741-2809

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