Dairy Farm Operations Lead

California Dairy Farms A General Partnership; Hilmar (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Entertimeonline in Hilmar, CA is seeking a Dairy Herdsman/Operations Lead to oversee daily dairy farm activities, supervise the dairy team, and ensure milk quality and regulatory compliance. You will plan shifts starting at 5–6am, manage 10-hour days across six days, and coordinate with the Dairy Manager and HR for staffing and training.

The role requires strong leadership, bilingual abilities (preferred), and experience with DC305, EZ Feed, and Kronos.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, or GED, or 5 years of dairy herdsmen work experience.
• Must have a valid CA driver’s license.
• Experience with DC305 and technology feed system, and time & attendance system.
• Knowledge of equipment safety standards and California safety laws pertaining to agriculture/dairy.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, delegate and supervise daily dairy farm chores.
• Coordinate dairy employee schedules and maintain monthly postings.
• Train, develop and supervise the dairy team for day-to-day activities.
• Input data in DC305 and monitor reports.
• Monitor feed bunks; adjust feed deliveries and intakes.
• Collaborate with Dairy Manager, veterinarians, nutritionists, vendors, and HR on staffing and issues.
• Ensure milk shipments meet state quality standards and follow relevant regulations.
• Maintain records, timekeeping, and attendance via systems; manage time off.
• Schedule weekly and monthly team meetings; participate in company trainings.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Bilingual

Self-motivated

Organized

Education

High school diploma or GED

5 years dairy herdsmen experience

Associate/Bachelor in Dairy/Agriculture

Tools

DC305

EZ Feed

Kronos

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

Entertimeonline in Hilmar, CA is seeking a Dairy Herdsman/Operations Lead to oversee daily dairy farm activities, supervise the dairy team, and ensure milk quality and regulatory compliance. You will plan shifts starting at 5–6am, manage 10-hour days across six days, and coordinate with the Dairy Manager and HR for staffing and training.

The role requires strong leadership, bilingual abilities (preferred), and experience with DC305, EZ Feed, and Kronos.