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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Prior experience managing people in a dairy or livestock setting
Strong herd health background; ability to treat, diagnose, and manage health issues
Proficient with DairyComp and basic computer programs
Strong leadership, communication, and time management skills
Spanish language ability preferred
Experience with breeding/AI is a strong plus
Detail-oriented with a solid work ethic and commitment to animal care
Ability to work collaboratively with owners and external vendors
Experience training employees, supporting accountability, and ensuring consistent protocol adherence
Strong organizational and team-building skills, including scheduling, staffing, and employee development
Ability to assist with hiring, onboarding, and cultivating a reliable and effective workforce
Comfort working with employee housing and basic transportation coordination when needed
Familiarity with performance reviews, compensation discussions, and ongoing team support

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting a large, progressive dairy operation in Wisconsin in their search for a skilled Dairy Manager to lead all daily activities related to herd performance, employee oversight, and facility operations. This individual will be responsible for supervising a team of up to 15 employees, ensuring that daily tasks are completed efficiently and according to established protocols.

The Dairy Manager will attend management meetings, participate in herd checks with the veterinarian, make daily decisions regarding culling, and work closely with the nutritionist and other vendors to maintain herd health and productivity. This position requires strong leadership and organizational skills, as well as experience managing people in a dairy setting.

The Dairy Manager will be directly involved in overseeing milk production, assisting with fresh cows, dry cows, and down cows, and helping administer shots and treatments as needed. Responsibilities also include data entry into DairyComp, managing inventory, ordering supplies, and ensuring that parlor procedures and cow comfort standards are upheld. The ability to breed is a plus, and Spanish-speaking skills are preferred for managing a diverse workforce.

Candidates should be comfortable with basic computer use and be prepared to operate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. In addition to cow-side responsibilities, this role carries significant leadership expectations, including training employees, providing clear follow-up, and ensuring accountability so that protocols are followed consistently.

The Dairy Manager will also oversee employee scheduling, making sure shifts, days off, holidays, and busy periods are fully staffed with the right people in the right roles. This position includes involvement in hiring and helping build a strong, dependable team, as well as supporting employee retention efforts.

This role requires a manager who takes ownership—identifying issues early, communicating effectively, and working toward solutions rather than allowing problems to escalate.

Additional responsibilities may include assisting with performance reviews, compensation discussions, and offering general support with housing or transportation matters that influence employee success.

Overall, the position requires someone who excels in both animal management and people management—understanding that building a strong, well-functioning team is essential to the long-term success of the dairy.

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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