Dairy Manager
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Job Location:
Fort Valley, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU) a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia invites applications for the position of Dairy Manager.
Fort Valley State University the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County the original site of the states peach industry. Its 1365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgias second-largest public university in area.
Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants students or employees on the basis of race gender ethnicity national origin sexual orientation religion age disability or marital or veteran status.
JOB SUMMARY:
A dairy manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a dairy farm or a dairy processing facility. This includes managing a team of employees maintaining high levels of milk production and ensuring the safety and quality of dairy products.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervising daily activities on the dairy farm or processing facility.
- Managing a team of employees and coordinating work schedules.
- Ensuring high levels of milk production and quality control.
- Maintaining farm equipment and facilities.
- Developing and implementing safety protocols.
- Monitoring animal health and implementing preventative measures.
- Overseeing milk processing and packaging.
- Managing inventory and ordering supplies.
- Maintaining financial records and budgeting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Dairy Science Agriculture or related field.
- Extensive experience in dairy farming or processing.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Knowledge of industry regulations and safety procedures.
- Ability to operate farm equipment and machinery.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Occasional travel to pick up supplies and attend meetings/trainings.
- Work done mostly outside and sometimes in a climate-controlled environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical activities include sitting standing walking catching animals heavy lifting (50 and occasionally up to 75 pounds) reaching over the shoulder and repeated bending
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity Excellence Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Math
- Employment & Labor Law
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Restaurant Management
About Company
Located in the heart of Georgia, FVSU combines the personal attention and family feel of a small, private college with the resources and research found at large public universities.
