Parlor Manager

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Parlor Manager to oversee the daily operations of our 2,300 cow dairy farm. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of herd health, breeding, and nutrition. This role requires effective communication and organizational skills to ensure the well-being of the herd while optimizing productivity. Additional duties include management of employee work schedules, hands on employee training of milking, cleaning and general maintenance and other duties as assigned by leadership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Parlor Manager

• Train and manage the parlor team including the cow pushers.
• Oversee hiring, training and supervising the milking team.
• Assure that all protocols are being followed by everyone on the milking team. Keeping the parlor running smooth and on time and being able to milk 2,300 plus cows per day.
• Build the skills of the lead milkers on each shift.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the parlor and the milk house.
• Scheduling of the parlor staff.
• Complete evaluations in a timely manner of milking and cow pushing team with the dairy manager and hold quarterly meetings to go over performance with the team members.
• Enhance the culture of the milking team.

Be the fresh cow team leader.

• Train and supervise the herd care and fresh cow team.
• Working with Herd Care leader on cow movements out of fresh pens and dry cows.

Parlor Manager and Herd Care leader would have opposite days off to cover for each other.

• Herd Care leader would have more time dedicated to feet. Herd care leader would cover Parlor Manager’s days off.
• Parlor Manager would oversee herd care, and the hospital cows. Working with the dairy manager and veterinarian on treatment and care of all sick cows.
• Assure that all protocols are followed in the absence of the dairy manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in livestock management or a related field is essential.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in supervising teams effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with diverse groups, including multilingual or bilingual capabilities preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.

Send resume with salary requirements or call 920-386-2533.

You can also mail a resume to Nehls Brothers Farms LTD, N5638 County Road DJ, Juneau WI 53039

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person