Job Description

General Description / ObjectiveThe Manager in Training (MIT) program is designed to develop future leaders for Friona Industries’ feedyards. Throughout the program, MITs will learn to assist, supervise, and support feedyard teams in delivering the highest level of animal care, facility maintenance, and operational efficiency. This team member is expected to contribute to Friona’s Safety First culture by working safely, reporting concerns, and actively participating in training. *Must be able to relocate to Texas or Kansas*Roles and TasksThe MIT program lasts approximately 12 months. You will be placed in one main department with additional learning in one other department (i.e. Mill & Feed, Cattle & Yard). With final placement being determined by business needs and individual performance.
General Responsibilities

• Learn and perform essential duties across all feedyard departments.
• Assist with daily operations while developing supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, and EPA regulations; maintain accurate records.
• Model and promote a strong safety culture by practicing and reinforcing safe work habits.
• Participate in budgeting, cost control, and inventory management.
• Support employee training, development, and limited supervisory duties.

Cattle Department

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming cattle loads.
• Monitor cattle health, identify sick animals, and assist with treatments per veterinary protocols.
• Handle and move cattle in a low-stress manner; support shipping and receiving.
• Maintain accurate health, treatment, and withdrawal records.

Feed Department

• Monitor cattle feed intake and adjust rations according to nutritionist guidelines.
• Ensure accurate and timely feed delivery; assess bunk conditions daily.
• Operate feed trucks and related equipment when needed.
• Support preventive maintenance of feed trucks and equipment.

Mill Department

• Support feed milling operations to ensure ration quality and consistency.
• Monitor commodity quality and inspect incoming feed ingredients.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and repair of mill equipment.
• Ensure compliance with feed safety and regulatory requirements.

Yard Department

• Assist with pen, road, fencing, and water system maintenance.
• Support maintenance and repair of rolling stock and heavy equipment.
• Participate in environmental compliance activities, including recordkeeping and testing.
• Assist with construction, renovation, crop management, and facility upkeep.

Leadership

• May supervisor on a limited basis.
• Assist with hiring, training, and planning.
• Assist with directing work and assigning tasks, addressing complains and resolving problems.

Profile / Professional CompetenciesEducation Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or equivalent experience in Business or Agriculture

Special Conditions / Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting (50+ lbs), climbing, and shoveling.
• Regular operation of feedyard machinery, vehicles, and equipment.
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, snow, hail).
• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, livestock accidents, welding/cutting, and moving machinery.

• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities and we will not unlawfully consider any factors of race, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender, disability veteran status or any and all other unlawful biases regarding federal, state or local laws with regard to workers or applicants.

Friona Industries participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employer’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.