Herd Manager (KH-10997)

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:

- 2 5 years of experience in a similar role preferred
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate a team
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in DairyComp 305 or similar herd management software
- Strong ability to analyze and interpret dairy records and performance data
- Solid understanding of cow comfort, health, and productivity
- Bilingual (English and Spanish). Must be able to speak Dairy Spanish at a minimum

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a large dairy located in Wisconsin who is seeking a proactive, hands-on Herd Manager to lead all aspects of herd health and performance, including milk cows, hospital pen and maternity. The ideal candidate is highly autonomous, a strong communicator, and has experience in both herd and people management. Herd Manager will collaborate with the parlor manager, feeder, and consultants to drive farm performance and profitability.

DUTIES:
- Monitor cow comfort and ensure proper stall bedding, ventilation, sprinkler systems, fly control, barn curtains management, and stocking density.
- Oversee herd health: review milk weights, walk pens to identify sick animals.
- Supervise calving and fresh cow areas, including the fresh cow parlor.
- Assist with diagnosing and treating all sick cows.
- Monitor dry cow health and make dry-off decisions.
- Make timely and appropriate culling decisions.
- Oversee newborn calf care and overall calf health management.
- Coordinate with hoof trimmers to maintain hoof health and trimming schedules.
- Perform other duties as needed to ensure optimal cow health, welfare, and production.

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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