Dairy Herdsman & Health Manager (AI Breeding)

Farm Job Search; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Job Search is seeking a Dairy Farm Herdsman / Herd Manager for a 450 cow operation in northwest Michigan. You will oversee herd health from birth through lactation, and manage the milking herd alongside the owner.

You should have knowledge of dairy cows, dairy equipment, vaccinations, heat detection, and overall dairy health. The role requires dependability, trustworthiness, and a team-player mindset; salary is based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Experience with dairy cows and dairy operations.
• Ability to manage herd health from birth through lactation.
• Familiarity with vaccinations, heat detection, and mastitis control.

Responsibilities

• AI breeding
• Mastitis treatment
• Sick cows care
• Maintaining records
• Giving IVs
• Vaccinations
• Cow sorting
• Assisting veterinarian
• Hoof trimming
• Working with owner in staff management

Skills

Dairy cows

Dairy equipment

Vaccinations

Heat detection

Dairy health

Team player

Job description

Farm Job Search is seeking a Dairy Farm Herdsman / Herd Manager for a 450 cow operation in northwest Michigan. You will oversee herd health from birth through lactation, and manage the milking herd alongside the owner.

You should have knowledge of dairy cows, dairy equipment, vaccinations, heat detection, and overall dairy health. The role requires dependability, trustworthiness, and a team-player mindset; salary is based on experience and education.