Krauss Dairy Farm Coordinator 1

Ohio State University; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Krauss Dairy Farm Coordinator 1 at the Wooster Dairy Center to support dairy teaching, research and Extension activities. You will assist with milking, feeding, breeding, and general farm work while following SOPs and SMPs in compliance with IACUC standards.

You will prep cattle for trials, collect samples, weigh and record data, and assist with digestion and mastitis research. Shifts vary; weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; effective in handling dairy care tasks.
• No prior experience required; 0 years acceptable with preference for 0-2 years.
• Ability to follow SOPs, SMPs and IACUC standards in a dairy setting.

Responsibilities

• Milking, feeding, breeding, manure handling, and health care of dairy cattle.
• Maintain records, collect samples (milk, feed, excreta), and enter data for trials.
• Prepare cattle for experiments and assist with broader farm duties and Extension needs.

Skills

Dairy farm knowledge

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Milking equipment

Tractor operation

Job description

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