Livestock Procurement Trainee

Livestock Procurement Trainee / Scalehouse Supervisor

Location: Columbus Junction, IA 52738

• Professional relocation assistance packages (if explicitly applicable).

Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Compensation: $60,000 - $65,000 per year (Based on Experience)

About the Role

We are seeking a results-driven and detail-oriented Livestock Procurement Trainee / Scalehouse Supervisor to join a premier global leader in the food production and agriculture industry at its Columbus Junction, IA facility.

This position serves as an accelerated career development program for professionals interested in building a long-term career in livestock procurement. The successful candidate will initially support livestock receiving operations while receiving hands-on training from experienced procurement professionals and developing into a livestock procurement role.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Agribusiness, or a related field preferred.

• Equivalent livestock production, animal handling, or agricultural experience may be considered.

• Previous exposure to livestock operations, animal production, feedlots, swine, cattle, or agricultural environments preferred.

• Strong computer skills, including data entry and Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

• Willingness to learn livestock procurement processes and develop a long-term career within the industry.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $60,000 - $65,000 annually

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays

• Professional relocation assistance packages (if explicitly applicable).

• Professional Development and Training Programs

• Educational Assistance Opportunities

• Career Growth Path into Livestock Procurement

Preferred Backgrounds

• Animal Science

• Agribusiness

• Agriculture

• Livestock Operations

• Swine Production

• Cattle Operations

• Feedlot Operations

• Agricultural Production

• Livestock Procurement

• Food Production