Job Description

We're recruiting for a hands-on Farm Operations Manager to lead livestock operations for a respected agricultural organization in the North Manchester area, near Fort Wayne, Indiana . The company offers relocation assistance for the right candidate.

This leadership role focuses on calf production and overall livestock care, overseeing 1,500-4,000 head across several nursery facilities. You'll spend about 70% of your time in daily farm operations and 30% in administration-developing your team, monitoring performance, and ensuring top-tier animal health and efficiency.

What You'll Do:
• Oversee daily calf and livestock operations across multiple nursery farms
• Lead, train, and schedule a dedicated farm team
• Manage calf health, nutrition, and facility performance
• Maintain safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Support research and continuous improvement projects
• Collaborate with regional livestock leadership on planning and reporting

What You'll Bring:
• Proven livestock or dairy management experience (calf background strongly preferred)
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to balance hands-on work with administrative tasks
• Degree or background in Animal Science, Agriculture, or related field preferred
• Physically able to work in farm environments (lifting 50 lbs, indoor/outdoor conditions)

What's Offered:
• $90,000-$120,000 base salary + bonus
• Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• Company vehicle and cell phone
• Housing and relocation assistance available
• Monday-Friday schedule with flexibility

If you're looking to make an impact in livestock operations and lead a team that shares your passion for animal care and agricultural excellence, we'd love to connect.

Job Tags

Relocation package, Monday to Friday,

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