Farm Manager - Calf Rearing Operations
Strauss Dairy is hiring a Farm Manager to oversee our calf rearing operations across six nursery farms within a 15-mile radius in the north Manchester, Indiana area. This hands-on leadership role is ideal for a proven manager who leads by example, thrives in a fast-paced farm environment, and has a passion for animal care and team development.
About Us
Strauss Dairy has been family-run for six generations, built on a culture of hard work, compassion, and teamwork. Our operations specialize in raising nursery dairy calves in modern, heated facilities with strong veterinary partnerships and proven programs in place. We’re proud to offer a supportive, family-oriented workplace where employees are respected and given the tools to succeed.
What You’ll Do
- Manage daily operations across six nursery calf farms
- Support ongoing research programs and continuous improvement initiatives
- Recruit, Hire, train, and lead a team of 6-8 employees
- Oversee calf health and feeding programs, maintain efficiency and quality
- Ensure clean, safe, and compliant facilities in line with company and regulatory standards
- Communicate effectively with leadership through daily communication and weekly livestock meeting
What You Bring
- Proven youngstock or dairy management or supervisory experience
- Hands-on leadership style; willing to get dirty and work alongside the team
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or Ag preferred but not required
- 5+ years of working with livestock
- Physically capable of farm work (lifting 50+ lbs, indoor/outdoor environments)
- Compassionate, team-oriented, and aligned with family business values
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay + performance bonus
- Health, Dental, Vision, Vacation, 401k + match, HSA
- Company paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
- Company vehicle
- Company Cell Phone