Herd Manager (KH-10842)

PLEASE NOTE:We will not be able to reply to you if your resume does not meet the position requirements. There is NO closing date. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.QUALIFICATIONS:- Strong Dairy experience
- Leadership / motivational skills
- Supervisor experience
- Hands-on team player
- Strong herd health
- Strong AI experience
- Equipment operation experience
- Robotic Milker experience
- Basic Computer skills
- Fluent EnglishJOB DESCRIPTION:Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a dairy located in Virginia who is searching for a qualified, hands-on Herd Manager for their operation. The candidate for this position must have strong herd health knowledge and be able to diagnose, treat, and document treatment of mastitis and administer injections in proper sites, IV s, drench, and give boluses. Must be able to operate a skid steer, tractor, and pickup truck pulling a livestock trailer. Must be self-motivated and proficient in time management. Must also be a team player, but in a leadership position. This employer is looking for someone who is observant and is detail oriented and follows protocols when administering treatments. All treatments need to be entered prior to being administered due to the nature of the automatic milking system being utilized on the operation. Must possess the natural ability to move cattle in confinement and perform stall cleaning and maintenance. Willing to learn daily robot maintenance and adjustments.ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.