Feeder (KH-10720)


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Job Title: Feeder (KH-10720)
Location: WI, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT
Industry Sector: Production/Farming
Industry Type: Animal Production - Dairy
Career Type: Farm & Ranch Operations/Herdsperson/On Farm
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

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:

 

- Dairy Experience: Proven experience in dairy operations with a focus on feeding practices.
- Feed/Nutrition Knowledge: Strong understanding of feed and nutrition principles.
- TMR Experience: Experience in mixing and managing Total Mixed Rations (TMRs).
- Equipment Operation: Proficiency in operating tractors, pay loaders, and skid steer loaders.
- Feed Bunker/Silage Pad Experience: Knowledge of feed bunker and silage pad operations.
- Driver's License: Valid Wisconsin Driver's License and CDL (Commercial Driver's License) required.
- Language Skills: Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Preferred Skills:
Experience in a similar role within a dairy operation.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

 

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a dairy operation in Wisconsin that is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Feeder to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dairy operations, with specific expertise in feed and nutrition, TMR (Total Mixed Ration) mixing, and equipment operation.

Key Responsibilities:
- Equipment Operation: Operate tractors, pay loaders, and skid steer loaders efficiently and safely.
- Feed Delivery: Ensure timely and accurate feed delivery to the dairy herd.
- Feed Management: Handle the storage and use of harvested crops, manage feed bunkers, and utilize silage pads effectively.
- Feed Handling: Face, load, and transport feed to the Feed Center; assist with storing feed in bunkers and silage pads.
- Maintenance: Ensure proper cleaning and recycling of bunker plastic.
- Refusal Collection: Collect and manage feed refusal to maintain optimal feed efficiency.
- TMR Mixing: Mix Total Mixed Rations (TMRs) to meet the herd's nutritional needs.

 

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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Job Post Date: 12/04/24
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