Assistant Manager (KH-11390)

South Dakota Ag Connection; South Dakota; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking an Assistant Manager for a progressive dairy operation in the Midwest. You will work closely with ownership and the Dairy Manager to oversee daily activities and drive improvements across the herd and facility.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, staff development, and accurate record-keeping, with opportunities to grow into additional responsibilities within dairy management.

Qualifications

• Dairy experience preferred; willing to advance in responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and communication; able to supervise and develop staff.
• Hands-on approach; willing to work alongside employees.
• Experience with herd health, reproduction, calf care, parlor operations, and youngstock management.
• Basic computer skills; maintain records using dairy management software.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues and coordinate repairs.
• Spanish-speaking ability or willingness to learn preferred.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Supervise employees and ensure protocols are followed.
• Assist with herd health, reproduction, calf and heifer management, and parlor operations.
• Handle daily dairy activities and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with inventory, purchasing, and working with management for efficient operation.
• Interact with ownership and Dairy Manager to guide strategic decisions.

Skills

Dairy experience

Leadership

Communication

Hands-on

Herd health

Reproduction

Calf care

Parlor operations

Youngstock management

Record keeping

Inventory management

Spanish language

Tools

Dairy management software

Job description

### Job Details#### Job Title:Assistant Manager (KH-11390) #### Location:SD, 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 #### Minimum Years Experience Required:2 #### Salary:$75000 - $90000 $75,000.00-$90,000.00 YEAR ### Get Job Alerts**Career Type:** Farm & Ranch Operations/Herdsperson/On Farm **Country:** USAI agree to receive alerts from AgCareers.com and to the Terms of Service.# Assistant Manager (KH-11390)Back to search resultsApply to this positionFollow CompanyMore Jobs from Hansen...Send to FriendPLEASE 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:** - Previous dairy experience preferred, with an interest in advancing in responsibilities - Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to supervise and develop employees - Hands on approach with a willingness to work alongside employees as needed - Experience with or willingness to learn herd health, reproduction, calf care, parlor operations, and youngstock management - Basic computer skills with the ability to maintain records using dairy management software - Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues and coordinate repairs when needed - Spanish-speaking ability or a willingness to learn preferred - Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to grow professionally **Job Description:** Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a progressive dairy operation who is searching for an Assistant Manager to work closely with ownership and the Dairy Manager in overseeing the daily operation. This position is designed for an individual who wants to grow into more responsibilities while gaining experience in all aspects of dairy management. Responsibilities include supervising employees, ensuring protocols are followed, assisting with herd health, reproduction, calf and heifer management, fresh and hospital cows, parlor operations, and overall daily dairy activities. The successful candidate will help maintain accurate records, assist with inventory and purchasing, and work closely with management to ensure the operation runs efficiently. This is a hands on leadership position where the Assistant Manager will regularly work alongside employees while learning all aspects of the business. Responsibilities will vary based on the individual's strengths and interests, with opportunities to gain experience in employee management, problem solving, equipment troubleshooting, and operational decision making. The employer is looking for an energetic, team-oriented individual who enjoys working with both people and cattle and is interested in building a long-term career in dairy management.