Herd Manager (KH-10997)

NPAworldwide; Union Grove (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A large dairy located in Wisconsin is seeking a proactive 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.

Qualifications

• 25 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.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish). Must be able to speak Dairy Spanish at a minimum.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Dairy records analysis

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

DairyComp 305

Job description

Job Description

A large dairy located in Wisconsin 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.

Qualifications

• 25 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

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Herd Manager position - Wisconsin

$70,000 - $90,000

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 70000

Salary Max : $ 90000

Currency Type : USD