About the Company:  

Cactus Feeders is an Amarillo, Texas–based cattle company. Originally founded by the Engler Family in 1975, today we operate 15 feedyards and outside cattle locations, producing over one million head of fed cattle annually. The company has locations throughout the Texas Panhandle, Southwest Kansas, and Eastern Colorado.

Location:

Hale Center Feedyard in Hale Center, TX, is seeking a Feedmill Operator to join our team!

Job Description:

The Feedmill Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently running feedmill equipment to produce feed rations for cattle. This role involves operating boilers, steamers, and flakers; monitoring system performance; and assisting with daily housekeeping to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. The operator must observe, inspect, and troubleshoot equipment to ensure smooth and consistent feed production throughout the day.

Work Schedule:

• Monday–Friday, & Rotational weekends  

Responsibilities:

• Inspect and operate feedmill machinery and equipment daily 
• Monitor computerized feed-batching systems and identify maintenance needs 
• Assist with daily mill housekeeping tasks, including cleaning and organizing work areas
• Maintain an accurate inventory of feedmill ingredients
• Follow safety practices and comply with EPA, FDA, and OSHA regulations
• Operate equipment such as tractors, loaders, and other general equipment as part of daily mill operations (on-the-job training provided) 
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements: 

• Mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of feedmill systems (preferred)
• General understanding of boilers and basic electrical systems (preferred)
• 1–2 years of experience operating heavy equipment (preferred) 
• Willingness to learn and rotate through various feedmill roles 
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills 
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform physical tasks for extended periods
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly moving environment

Pay & Benefits:

• Competitive pay: $16–$18 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and education
• Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit
• Competitive and affordable health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• 100% company-paid retirement through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Company-paid life insurance
• Continuing Education Scholarships

Cactus Feeders provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.