Our client in Northeast Iowa is seeking to hire a Bilingual Dairy Manager (BDM) to manage the daily operations of the farm. The Bilingual Dairy Manager partners with team members, providing guidance and direction for the successful operations of the farm.
Housing will be provided. You will need to pay for utilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES The following essential responsibilities are not all inclusive:
Guide and support the dairy personnel to successfully operate their daily duties on the farm. This includes feed production and processing, feeding, personnel relationships, driving tractors and other farm motorized vehicles and tools, etc.
Manage and utilize the recording of health records
Consult with maintenance technicians about repairs and possible alternatives
Prepare for audits according to dairy state and federal laws and regulations
Manage inventory, organization, and cleanliness of the farm
Professionally communicate with all members of the company and external partners and customers
Excellent verbal and written communication in both English and Spanish
Leads with strong emotional intelligence
Assist with needs in the absence of employees to fulfill needs of the farm’s daily successful operations
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Must maintain a valid Driver’s License
Previous Management experience
Veterinarian preferred (but not required)
Previous experience with cattle
Proficient in both Spanish & English
Willing to drive farm equipment as needed
Willing and eager to learn about all duties of the farm operations