DAIRY FARM MANAGER-FOLLETT TX

Braum's•Follett, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Braum's Dairy in Follett, TX is looking to hire an experienced Dairy Farm Manager. Our wonderful farm manager is retiring after 25 years, therefore, we are in search of the right person who can manage and care for this Braum's A2 Dairy. As a fourth-generation family-owned dairy farm, we have been in the dairy business since the 1930's. We have always maintained a reputation for the highest quality milk and dairy products. This is the smallest of our dairy farms, and we milk approximately 4,500 milking cows. This milk contributes to the supply for our 330 Ice Cream and Dairy Stores. This position works with the owners and the management team in overseeing dairy herd health, feeding and treatment of animals, cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters, equipment maintenance and other animal husbandry duties.

Requirements

Must have experience managing a successful dairy with a track record of producing the highest quality milk
Trained in artificial insemination techniques
Direct experience managing herd health, reproduction, milk production, and livestock performance
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Communicate successfully with individuals to maximize safety, quality and production
Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Lead a well-established dairy operation with direct impact on product quality and business performance
Help shape the future of a respected, multi-generational agricultural business
Lead all aspects of herd health, including daily observation, diagnosis, treatment decisions, and preventative care
Manage reproduction performance through breeding strategy, and AI coordination
Ensure exceptional calf care and successful development into the milking herd
Maintain accurate herd records and use data to drive operational decisions
Drive efficiency in labor utilization, feed management, and herd productivity
Monitor key performance indicators, including: Milk production, Reproduction performance, Somatic cell count and milk quality, Feed efficiency
Maintain compliance with all animal welfare, environmental, and workplace safety requirements
Ensure audit readiness and adherence to farm standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve performance, efficiency, and team effectiveness