Herdsman (KH-11374)

NPAworldwide; Florida; On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a large dairy operation in Florida seeking an experienced Herdsman to oversee daily herd management and supervise employee activities. Responsibilities include monitoring herd health and reproduction, managing breeding programs, overseeing cattle movements, and maintaining accurate herd records.

This hands-on leadership role works with management, veterinarians, and nutritionists to support milk production and cow comfort.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of dairy herd management experience on a large commercial dairy.
• Strong leadership and employee management skills.
• Experience with herd health, reproduction, and breeding programs.
• Working knowledge of DairyComp 305 or similar herd management software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking employees.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily herd management and supervise employees.
• Monitor herd health and reproductive performance; manage breeding programs.
• Oversee cattle movements and maintain accurate herd records.
• Collaborate with management, veterinarians, and nutritionists to support milk production and cow comfort.
• Monitor fresh and hospital cows; coordinate hoof trimming schedules.
• Ensure established protocols and animal welfare standards are followed.

Skills

Dairy herd management

Leadership

Employee management

Herd health

Reproduction programs

Spanish communication

Organizational skills

Tools

DairyComp 305

Job description

Job Description

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a large dairy operation located in Florida who is searching for an experienced Herdsman to assist in overseeing daily herd management and employee activities. Responsibilities include supervising employees, monitoring herd health and reproductive performance, managing breeding programs, overseeing cattle movements, and maintaining accurate herd records.

The Herdsman will work closely with management, veterinarians, and nutritionists to support milk production, cow comfort, and overall herd performance. Additional responsibilities include monitoring fresh and hospital cows, coordinating hoof trimming schedules, and ensuring established protocols and animal welfare standards are consistently followed.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader who enjoys working with both cattle and people while contributing to the success of a progressive dairy operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of dairy herd management experience on a large commercial dairy
• Strong leadership and employee management skills
• Experience with herd health, reproduction, and breeding programs
• Working knowledge of DairyComp 305 or similar herd management software
• Ability to communicate effectively with Spanish‑speaking employees
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Herdsman position- Ohio

$75,000.00 - $100,000.00 + Benefits

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $ 75000

Salary Max: $ 100000

Currency Type: USD