Job Summary:
Responsible to the Livestock Department Manager for the following activities:
Prepare reports on calf and cow herd increases/decreases for the Department Head.
Review and verify processes related to herd size changes.
Provide abnormal herd data alerts to the Department Head and relevant departments (Livestock, Veterinary, Reproduction).
Supply herd data to the Department Head and other departments for planning or evaluation purposes as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Participate in annual planning and goal setting for the Livestock Department, including cost and operational plans.
Supervise and provide technical support for herd management activities at subsidiaries and farms.
Develop synchronized management plans to improve the efficiency of herd management operations at subsidiaries and farms.
Assist in developing regulations, procedures, and work instructions related to herd management for subsidiaries and farms.
Review herd reports and monthly reports from herd managers at subsidiaries and farms.
Organize training sessions for herd management staff at subsidiaries and farms.
Prepare plans and reports related to the calf and cow herd as requested by direct management.
Develop work plans and report work results to direct management.
Perform other related tasks as assigned by superiors.
Job Requirements
Education & Major:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Pharmaceuticals, Agriculture, or related fields.
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of experience working in industrial-scale dairy farms.
Professional Knowledge & Skills:
Solid knowledge of dairy cow physiology and dairy farming practices.
Familiarity with herd management software.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
Strong skills in data synthesis and analysis of professional dairy herd reports.
Other Requirements:
Basic English communication skills; able to read and translate technical documents in Animal Husbandry and Veterinary fields.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to conduct training or provide guidance on herd management software.
Basic knowledge of ISO standards.