Dairy Manager

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 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km²) campus is Georgia's 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.

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.

• 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 preventive measures.
• Overseeing milk processing and packaging.
• Managing inventory and ordering supplies.
• Maintaining financial records and budgeting.

• Bachelor's 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.

• Occasional travel to pick up supplies and attend meetings/trainings.
• Work done mostly outside and sometimes in a climate-controlled environment.

• Physical activities include sitting, standing, walking, catching animals, heavy lifting (50 and occasionally up to 75 pounds), reaching over the shoulder and repeated bending.