Feedlot Foreman needed at 20k-head Cattle Operation in SE Colorado

Front Range Cattle Company

Email

[email protected]

Phone

507-430-5880

Location

SE Colorado, near Lamar.

Job Type

Full Time, Year round

Salary

$60,000 - $95,000 + benefits

Posted

October 13, 2026

Housing Offered?

Experience

2-5 yrs

Sponsoring Work Visas?

How to Apply

Via Email

Via Phone / Text

We are seeking an experienced, high energy feedlot foreman for our 20,000hd feedyard in southeast Colorado, 15 minutes from Lamar. We are looking for an individual to oversee daily field operations for our feedyard. Operating directly under the General Manager, you will serve as the primary coordinator across all departments: Cattle, Feed, and Yard Maintenance. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can lead a diverse crew, maintain strict high plains BQA standards, and keep the yard moving efficiently in all weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily crew coordination; schedule, assign, and supervise the daily tasks of pen riders, doctors, feed truck drivers, and maintenance personnel.
Department liaison; walk the yard daily to ensure seamless communication between the Cattle,(processing/health), and Feed,(bunk management/mill), departments.
Herd health oversight; monitor pen rider efficiency, ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment protocols, and maintain precise treatment records.
Feed & Bunk management; assist GM in monitoring bunk reads, feed delivery schedules, and consumption patterns to maximize gain and minimize waste.
Safety & Compliance; Enforce beef quality assurance (BQA) standards, low stress cattle handling techniques, and OSHA safety regulations across the yard.
Facility Maintenance; Coordinate routine pen scraping, fence repairs, water tank cleaning, and machinery upkeep with the maintenance crew.

Qualifications & Experience:

Experience; Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in a commercial feedyard environment. Prior supervisory or foreman experience is highly preferred.
Skills; Strong leadership, bilingual (English/Spanish) is a major plus, and basic computer skills for livestock tracking software.
Cattle Handling; Deep understanding of cattle health, processing, doctoring, and low stress handling principles. (BQA certification preferred).
Work Conditions; Must be highly resilient and capable of working extended hours outdoors in somewhat extreme SE Colorado weather (summer heat/winter winds).
Logistics; Company vehicle will be provided for transportation to the yard and back from your housing. NOTE: Housing will not be provided with this position.
Feedyard Culture; Progressive feedyard committed to excel in the industry. Family owned!

Compensation: Very competitive salary based on experience and skills. $60k-$95k + benefits

Benefits package: Health insurance, paid time off, and performance bonuses.