Fodder Production Manager
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Job Summary
COMPANY INFORMATION
Our client is an enterprise operating on a large ranch that historically was part of a privately owned wildlife conservancy known for its extensive land holdings and natural grazing environment. The ranch features vast acreage grasslands and open terrain ideal for cattle farming. The organization is committed to structured production practices animal welfare and operational discipline. Collaboration accountability and continuous improvement are embedded in the culture to support high productivity and sustainable livestock operations.
ROLE PURPOSE
The Fodder Production Manager will plan and oversee fodder cultivation production harvesting and feed supply to ensure consistent delivery of high quality feed that supports the herd under the fattening program. The role will coordinate feed output with herd nutritional demand and manage production operations efficiently.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Fodder Cultivation & Management Manage large-scale irrigated or rain-fed fodder production areas. This includes seed selection planting schedules irrigation management soil fertility programs and integrated pest management.
Harvesting & Storage Oversee all harvesting operations and implement proper preservation techniques such as making high-quality silage or hay to minimize spoilage and nutrient loss.
Feed Processing & Formulation Operate and maintain feed processing equipment (mixers shredders pelletizers). Develop and implement balanced cost-effective feed rations tailored for specific fattening stages using on-site fodder and supplemental ingredients.
Livestock Fattening Support Collaborate with the ranch/livestock manager to align fodder supply with fattening schedules and target market dates. Ensure scientific feeding protocols are followed to achieve optimal daily weight gain.
Quality Control & Analysis Conduct regular nutritional analysis of fodder and feed ingredients (e.g. dry matter content crude protein energy levels) to ensure all nutritional requirements are met.
Budgeting & Resource Management Develop and manage production budgets control costs and oversee the maintenance of all farm machinery and equipment.
Team Leadership & Safety Supervise train and manage the fodder production team ensuring compliance with health safety and environmental regulations.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in Agriculture Agronomy Animal Nutrition or a related field or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 5-7 years of proven experience in commercial fodder production and/or farm management preferably in a ranch or feedlot environment.
Hands-on experience with livestock feed formulation and processing equipment is essential.
Strong knowledge of soil health crop rotation irrigation systems and sustainable farming practices.
Excellent problem-solving decision-making and leadership skills.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment with flexibility for extended hours during peak season.
Company Industry
Advertising Services / Events Services / Public Relations and Communications Services
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean
- Management Experience
- 5S
- Operations Management
- Production Planning
- Production Management
- Kaizen
- Supervising Experience
- Manufacturing
