Calf Manager
| Job Title | Calf Manager |
| Job ID | KH-11135 |
| Job Type | FullTimeRegular |
| Location | Kentucky |
| Salary Range | $50000 - $70000 |
| Comission / Bonus | |
| Benefits | Housing + Paid Vacation |
Job Title: Calf Manager
Qualifications:
- Experience managing calf or heifer programs on a dairy or calf ranch
- Strong animal health knowledge, including calf scours, respiratory illness, and preventative care
- Ability to diagnose and treat sick animals, including administering medications
- Experience leading and supervising a team; bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
- Familiarity with feeding programs and calf nutrition
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Willingness to work long hours and take ownership of calf performance
- Understanding of weaning transitions, sanitation practices, and biosecurity
Job Description:
Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting a large, progressive dairy operation in Kentucky seeking a dedicated Calf Manager to oversee the care and development of calves, and assist with heifer development. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for calf health, growth, employee supervision, and overall calf program management from birth through breeding age. The Calf Manager will be responsible for managing the daily care of calves from birth to weaning (approximately 60 days), as well as overseeing their transition into wean pens and pasture lots. The role includes supervising and coordinating the work of 8 employees, ensuring that protocols for feeding, bedding, cleaning, and treatments are followed consistently. This individual will monitor calf health, diagnose illness, treat sick calves, and manage health issues in all heifers under 18 months of age. Responsibilities also include maintaining proper records, monitoring growth and performance, managing supplies, and working with ownership or veterinarians to adjust protocols when necessary. As heifers grow, the Calf Manager will also play a role in monitoring bred calves to ensure continued success and development.
- Experience managing calf or heifer programs on a dairy or calf ranch
- Strong animal health knowledge, including calf scours, respiratory illness, and preventative care
- Ability to diagnose and treat sick animals, including administering medications
- Experience leading and supervising a team; bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
- Familiarity with feeding programs and calf nutrition
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Willingness to work long hours and take ownership of calf performance
- Understanding of weaning transitions, sanitation practices, and biosecurity
Job Description:
Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting a large, progressive dairy operation in Kentucky seeking a dedicated Calf Manager to oversee the care and development of calves, and assist with heifer development. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for calf health, growth, employee supervision, and overall calf program management from birth through breeding age. The Calf Manager will be responsible for managing the daily care of calves from birth to weaning (approximately 60 days), as well as overseeing their transition into wean pens and pasture lots. The role includes supervising and coordinating the work of 8 employees, ensuring that protocols for feeding, bedding, cleaning, and treatments are followed consistently. This individual will monitor calf health, diagnose illness, treat sick calves, and manage health issues in all heifers under 18 months of age. Responsibilities also include maintaining proper records, monitoring growth and performance, managing supplies, and working with ownership or veterinarians to adjust protocols when necessary. As heifers grow, the Calf Manager will also play a role in monitoring bred calves to ensure continued success and development.
Contact Info:
To be considered for this position, please select the appropriate button listed below or call Kirk Hansen at 308-382-7370.