Providence Farmstead

Site Manager

Otto, NC

Providence Farmstead is a family farming operation with multiple facilities throughout northeast Georgia as well as Otto, NC. We are looking for a hard-working and self-motivated individual to join our team at the dairy in Otto, NC in the role of Site Manager.

The herd is 100% registered jerseys and totals 100 mature cows as well as youngstock. The state-of-the-art free stall facility utilizes two DeLaval milking robots. This operation is suited for agritourism, on-site milk processing, and excellent herd management utilizing some of the newest technology.

The ideal candidate will have previous hands-on dairy experience and enjoys being a part of a team while taking pride in their work. Responsibilities include herd management and facility maintenance as well as day-to-day labor management.  The site manager will report directly to the dairy general manager.  The dairy general manager will be on site 2-3 days per week.

Our Other Locations:

• Bowersville, GA: 300 Cow, 4 Delaval milking robots with Freestall Barn and cropping operations
• Demorest, GA: 200 Acre Farm for crops and beef Cattle
• Rabun Gap, GA: Owns and Operates Blue Ridge Meats
• Clayton, GA: Farmstead Market

Qualifications:

• Previous hands-on dairy experience
• Experience with herd management software
• Hard-working and self motivated
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Valid driver's license

Expectations:

• Calm handling of all livestock.
• Follows SOPs and protocols for working with animals, operating, and servicing equipment.
• Willingness to work with the dairy general manager to implement new protocols and procedures for dairy operations as needed.
• Willing to cooperate with all employees in a professional manner.
• Willingness to do any and all tasks at the dairy if needed.

Duties:

Herd Management:

• Manage herd health of milking cows, dry cows, calves, and heifers.
• Including artificial insemination, health checks, and necessary treatments as directed by the dairy general manager.
• Maintain an up-to-date vaccination program.

Data Entry

• Utilize Delpro herd software and PcDart to keep records up to date.

Facility Management:

• Maintain health, sanitation, and facility protocols.
• Service and maintenance of robotic milking units.
• Operation of manure management systems.
• Operation and maintenance of RTVs, skid steers, and various tractors.
• Work with equipment servicemen to repair equipment.

Labor Management

• Monitor employee productivity and help train employees.
• Monitor employee daily tasks to help maintain the facility.

General Management

• Work with the dairy general manager and employees on a daily basis.
• Be familiar with daily routines in all aspects of the operation.
• Be on call for emergencies.
• Fill in for the dairy general manager on days off and vacations.
• Assist with various dairy projects.

Hours:

• 10 hours a day for 6 days a week: Monday - Friday, alternating Saturday/Sunday. 
• With an average of 1 weekend off every month.

Typical Day:

• Starting 6 AM, Lunch from Noon - 12:30 PM, Off 4:30 PM

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range: $60,000-70,000; salary is negotiable based on experience
• Health Insurance
• Paid sick leave up to 5 days annually
• Paid Vacation
• SIMPLE PLAN retirement opportunity