Dairy Manager

Job description: A dairy operation located in Wisconsin is searching for an experienced Dairy Manager to oversee their day to day operation. The Dairy Manager will manage and work closely with the herd crew, milking crew, feeder, office manager, vendors, veterinarians, nutritionist, and consultants. All operational decisions made by the Dairy Manager will be actively communicated to the owners. Duties Include: Employee Management: Schedule employees, work, and tasks. Recruit and terminate employees. Train and develop new and current employees. Communicate and assist with other employees. Inspire and support employee performance. Supervise and evaluate employee performance. Attend and conduct employee meetings. Herd Health Management: Work in conjunction with the Herdsman Collect and record data utilizing Dairy Comp Observe all livestock for signs of illness or distress Consult with the veterinarian. Observe and support ideal cow care Recommend culling decisions Manage pharmaceutical inventory and vet supplies Reproductive Management: Oversee breeding program performance. Utilize Cow Manager Program. Breeding ability as needed. Manage semen inventory. Administer hormone breeding program. Meet reproductive goals Youngstock Management: Lead relationship with the custom heifer raiser. Monitor health and growth of young stock. Dehorn, properly ID, and tag calves. Carry out the existing vaccination program and ensure vaccines are administered appropriately Colostrum Management. Sanitation oversight of pens and equipment. Feed Management: Ensure adequate feed and water are provided for the herd. Work directly with the Nutritionist on feed decisions. Oversight of Feeder and Bunker Management. Track current feed inventories. Order feed commodities as needed. Parlor Management Work with advisors and employees to implement SOPs and protocols. Ensure correct operation of equipment. Identify problems and implement improvements and new procedures. Test for antibiotics before the milk leaves the farm. Monitor milk quality. Inspect and change milk trailers. Work with inspectors to resolve issues. Maintain and monitor milk production records. Monitor all herd metrics. Maintenance Management: Perform scheduled Parlor Maintenance. Monitor and upkeep of Manure Systems. Maintain the condition and operation of facilities and utilities. Ensure the function of dairy machinery. Take the lead on facility improvements. Coordinate timely repairs. Order parts and organize inventory as needed. Solve problems as they arise. Qualifications: - Parlor Management- Employee Management - Herd Health Management - Reproductive Management - Youngstock Management - Feed Management - Maintenance Management Preferred Skills: - Agriculture / Dairy Experience - Previous Herdsman Experience - Experience with Dairy Software - Previous Management Roles - Mechanical Knowledge, Interpersonal Attributes Why is This a Great Opportunity: Dairy Manager position - Wisconsin $70,000 - $100,000 Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : $ 70000 Salary Max : $ 100000 Currency Type : USD