PLEASE NOTE: We will not be able to reply to you if your resume does not meet the position requirements. There is NO closing date. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. You must be currently authorized to work in the US to be considered for this position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Strong dairy experience
- Previous supervising experience
- Leadership / motivational skills
- AI breeding experience a plus
- Strong herd health experience
- Feed / nutrition knowledge
- Record keeping skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Inventory / supplies experience
- Ability to speak Dairy Spanish

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a mid-size dairy located in Ohio who is searching for an experienced, hands-on Dairy Manager to oversee the day to day operation of the facility. The Dairy Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of the cow herd and youngstock, keeping production records accordingly. There is no field / crop work with this position. Dairy uses breeding service, but AI experience is a plus.

Primary responsibilities include:
- Work with cows in a manner that is the least disruptive to their normal routine.
- Use SCR to monitor herd health daily and treat sick cows according to farm protocols.
- Work with employees to identify mastitis cases, culturing milk samples from those cows and treating according to protocol.
- Oversee weekly hoof trimming tasks, pen moves, vaccinations, drying cows, etc., and update records daily.
- Organize herd checks efficiently to minimize vet’s time on farm. Work with breeder, vet and genetic company to follow agreed upon protocols.
- Oversee calf program including colostrum management, cleanliness and sanitation, vaccination and treatment protocols, lung scanning and daily communication with calf-care employees to ensure all protocols are followed and calves are healthy.

ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.

If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.

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