Meta Keyes
Montrose,MI
Summary
I have worked with cattle all of my life and I love seeing new ways to raise and work with cattle. I love being hands on and trying new things.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Herdsman
Weber Family Dairy
08.2023 - Current
- Milking, Care of Calves, Herd Checks, Equipment Operations, Aid in Calving, Feeding
Farrowing & Gestation Assistant
Sonrise Pork
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Proccessed litters, Aid in farrowing of sows, Feeding, Shots, Weaning, Care of all Sows and Piglets.
Horse Handler
Concord Ridge Equestrian Center
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
- Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
- Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
- Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
- Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on track performance.
- Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
Education
Dairy Production in Dairy Cows & Calves -
Michigan State University
11.2023
Skills
- Spanish
- Calves
- Milking
- Equipment Operations
- Vaccines
- Tube Feeding
- Drenching
- Rolling DAs
Personal Information
Title: Herdsman
Timeline
Herdsman
Weber Family Dairy
08.2023 - Current
Farrowing & Gestation Assistant
Sonrise Pork
03.2023 - 08.2023
Horse Handler
Concord Ridge Equestrian Center
08.2018 - 10.2021
Dairy Production in Dairy Cows & Calves -
Michigan State University