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Rob Bright

McBain

Summary

Results-oriented Herd Manager with comprehensive knowledge of various farming procedures. Safely operates agricultural equipment. Talented at managing, communicating, and inspiring a team of employees and handling all farm operations.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Herd Manager

Benson Dairy
01.2022 - Current
  • Planned, directed, delegated and performed daily chores for farm.
  • Planned and executed the genetics and breeding program for the farm.
  • Managed the herd health and hoof care for the farm to keep animals performing at peak production.
  • Worked with the nutritionist and veterinarian to maintain animal health and wellbeing.
  • Maintained the record keeping for all cattle.
  • Performed minor maintenance and troubleshooting with the milking robots.

Farm Manager

Meekhof Dairy
03.2000 - 01.2022
  • Managed farm staff including, hiring/firing, training, and scheduling.
  • Oversaw employees and made sure tasks were completed efficiently and correctly.
  • Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
  • Worked closely with a nutritionist to maximize animal productivity.
  • Managed all aspects of animal care including hoof care, nutrition, genetics, breeding, and veterinary care.
  • Managed the maternity pens and assisted with calvings when necessary.
  • Maintained herd records and identified animals that were underperforming and needed to be culled.
  • Assisted with the maintenance of farm machinery and milking equipment.
  • Operated all farm equipment related to raising and harvesting crops.
  • Performed all maintenance and repairs on silo unloaders.

Farm Laborer

Oudman Dairy
01.1998 - 03.2000
  • Worked with the owner to maintain the health of the whole herd, including but not limited to hoof care, veterinary care, calving, and breeding.
  • Worked with other employees to feed and milk the cows.
  • Operated farm equipment for spreading manure and harvesting forages.


Education

High School Diploma -

McBain Rural Agricultural School
McBain, MI
06.1998

Skills

  • Animal Welfare
  • Herd Health Monitoring
  • Livestock Management
  • Herd Performance Analysis
  • Milking Procedures
  • Nutrition Planning
  • Genetic Selection
  • Communicating With Team Members
  • Staff Management
  • Worker Training
  • Leading employees

Timeline

Herd Manager

Benson Dairy
01.2022 - Current

Farm Manager

Meekhof Dairy
03.2000 - 01.2022

Farm Laborer

Oudman Dairy
01.1998 - 03.2000

High School Diploma -

McBain Rural Agricultural School

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