Farm Manager

Job Description

Looking for highly motivated individuals to run livestock facilities or to work in livestock facilities. Manger position must be CLM certified by ODA. Workers do not need previous experience will train. Pay is dependent on skills and certification. Basic duties include animal welfare, recording levels of feed and filling out paperwork. Some seasonal work in warm weather include some landscaping duties. Facility maintenance is also part of duties for all positions. Manager position is full time and worker is part time. Full time position is 40-50 hours/week and part time is 30 hours/week. During loading and turning of facilities hours may be more. All employees regardless of position is 1099.

Position Overview

Ringler Livestock is seeking a highly motivated, experienced General Manager to oversee daily facility operations in Ashley, Ohio. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring animal welfare, regulatory compliance, staff coordination, facility maintenance, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be CLM-certified through the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) and passionate about livestock care and facility management.

Pay is competitive and dependent on experience, certifications, and skill level.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Facility Management

• Oversee daily livestock facility operations to ensure safety, cleanliness, and efficiency

• Manage livestock intake, housing, movement, loading, and facility turnover

• Monitor feed levels and coordinate ordering and restocking

• Ensure proper animal handling, care, and welfare standards are consistently met

• Maintain accurate operational records, logs, and compliance documentation

Animal Care & Welfare

• Ensure livestock health, comfort, and humane treatment at all times

• Monitor animals for illness, injury, or stress and coordinate appropriate response

• Ensure adherence to state and federal livestock handling regulations and best practices

Leadership & Staff Oversight

• Supervise part-time facility workers and seasonal staff

• Train employees on safety protocols, animal handling, equipment use, and procedures

• Assign daily work tasks and ensure completion of operational goals

• Lead by example in professionalism, safety, and work ethic

Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain compliance with Ohio Department of Agriculture standards and certifications

• Complete required paperwork related to animal movement, feed records, inspections, and audits

• Ensure biosecurity procedures are followed

Facility Maintenance & Groundskeeping

• Oversee facility maintenance, cleaning, and repairs

• Perform seasonal landscaping and grounds upkeep during warm weather months

• Ensure all equipment, pens, gates, and structures remain operational and safe

Safety & Risk Management

• Enforce workplace safety standards and injury prevention protocols

• Conduct routine inspections to identify hazards and corrective actions

• Ensure safe handling of livestock, tools, and equipment

Qualifications & Requirements

• CLM Certification through the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) – Required

• Previous experience in livestock operations, facility management, agriculture, or animal care preferred

• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities

• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred

Certifications & Training

• Certified Livestock Manager (CLM) – Required

• OSHA safety training or agricultural safety certifications preferred (not required)

• First Aid/CPR certification a plus

• Company training provided for operational procedures and systems

Compensation & Employment Details

• Pay: Competitive; based on experience, skills, and certifications

• Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

• Schedule:

  • Full-Time: 40–50 hours/week

  • Additional hours during livestock loading, unloading, and facility turnover

Work Environment

• Indoor and outdoor livestock facility setting

• Exposure to animals, machinery, dust, and seasonal weather conditions

• Fast-paced, hands-on agricultural operations environment

Why Join Ringler Livestock?

• Stable, year-round opportunity with seasonal variety

• Hands-on leadership role with operational autonomy

• Competitive pay based on experience and credentials

• Opportunity to grow within agricultural facility management