Cattle Clerk - Lewisville, Idaho

Welcome to Smith Cattle Co.  We are hiring a full-time Cattle Clerk to join our team. The role of a Cattle Clerk is of the utmost importance. It includes proficient math skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, detail- oriented, strong organization skills, and keeping accurate records on incoming/outgoing cattle. This position will also have opportunities to assist with cattle processing as well as operating farming equipment during planting and harvest seasons.

We are a growing cattle feedlot and provide cattle transportation while farming and hauling hay and grain. We are located in Lewisville, Idaho about 20 minutes north of Idaho Falls.  Our team is made up of individuals who are dedicated to the safety and well-being of others along with the livestock and crops we care for.

We offer competitive hourly pay based on experience along with health insurance, paid time off, and 401K.

What you will be doing:

• Maintenance of computerized cattle inventory; Lots/Pens, etc. into accounting system.
• Record shipping and receiving cattle (sales/purchases). Record incoming and outgoing weights. Lot Close-Outs. Weighing commodity trucks.
• Ensure accuracy of data for bi-weekly customer billing.
• Maintain accurate Inventory of Cattle Medication Room.
• Entry and maintenance of feed inventory within accounting program.
• Answer telephone taking detailed messages assuring delivery as needed.
• Maintains and organizes office/reception area and may oversee office needs.
• Works independently and within a team on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects.
• Establishes, develops, maintains, and updates filing systems. Retrieves information from files when needed.
• Design charts tables, graphs, etc. Proofreads copy for spelling, grammar and layout, making appropriate changes.
• Update’s buyers and seller’s database information and logs notes in company database.
• Acts as a backup and support for Management team being proactive and willing to learn more from the cattle industry.
• Assist incoming cattle processing when needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

This role is for you if you have: 

• Associate degree in agriculture business or science (Bachelor’s preferred but not required).
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong customer service skills are a great team player, and are teachable.
• 3-5 years verifiable Microsoft Excel experience and are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous cattle records.
• Ability to speak Spanish.