Senior Dairy Herd Operations Leader

Wright's Dairy Farm Inc; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright’s Dairy Farm & Bakery in Rhode Island seeks a Dairy Farm and Herd Operations Manager to lead herd health, milking, and daily farm operations for a high‑producing registered Holstein herd. The role blends strategic oversight with hands‑on care, ensuring excellent animal welfare, milk quality, and data‑driven performance in a 365‑day operation.

You will partner with veterinary and nutrition experts, manage staff, schedule labor, and maintain records, while driving safety, efficiency, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive hands-on dairy herd management or farm leadership.
• Experience leading teams in agricultural or production settings.
• Strong knowledge of herd health, reproduction, nutrition, and milk production systems.
• Proficiency with herd records and data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead herd health management including daily observation, illness detection, and treatment decisions.
• Oversee farm operations to ensure efficiency, cleanliness, and protocol adherence.
• Develop and coach staff, manage scheduling and performance.
• Drive continuous improvement in milk quality and productivity.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance in all activities.

Skills

Herd health

Dairy production

People leadership

Data management

Operational efficiency

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science or Dairy Management

Tools

Herd management software

Job description

Wright’s Dairy Farm & Bakery in Rhode Island seeks a Dairy Farm and Herd Operations Manager to lead herd health, milking, and daily farm operations for a high‑producing registered Holstein herd. The role blends strategic oversight with hands‑on care, ensuring excellent animal welfare, milk quality, and data‑driven performance in a 365‑day operation.

You will partner with veterinary and nutrition experts, manage staff, schedule labor, and maintain records, while driving safety, efficiency, and