Relief Milker
Pamu
Buller West Coast
03.2026 - Current
- Operated milking machines to ensure efficient and hygienic milk collection.
- Monitored cow health and behavior, reporting any abnormalities promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of milking equipment to meet safety standards.
- Assisted in managing herd nutrition to optimize milk production quality.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline milking workflow and reduce downtime.
- Conducted routine maintenance on milking machinery to ensure operational reliability.
- Quickly and accurately prepared milking equipment and cows for milking according to cow-specific instructions.
- Completed health and safety inspections with Number% success rate by staying up to date with sanitation and cleaning requirements.
- Ensured compliance with all local regulations related to milk handling practices through diligent attention to detail when transporting milk from farm to processing facility.
- Provided assistance during calving season to ensure healthy births and minimal complications.
- Played a key role in maintaining open lines of communication between farm staff and management, fostering a collaborative environment where all team members worked towards common goals.
- Improved milking efficiency by implementing a consistent and timely milking schedule.
- Identified signs of illness or injury in dairy animals, ensuring prompt treatment to maintain overall herd health.
- Implemented effective biosecurity measures to minimize disease transmission between animals and humans.
- Watched cow behavior and reported changes to uphold quality of Number gallons of milk.
- Maintained clean and sanitary work environment for optimal milk production and health of the dairy animals.
- Operated milking machines in an efficient manner, maximizing output while minimizing stress on the animals.
- Organized storage areas for supplies, maintaining inventory levels as needed for continuous operation of the milking parlor.
- Participated in farm meetings to discuss and contribute ideas for continuous improvement initiatives within the milking operation.
- Worked closely with veterinarians to develop and implement herd health plans, improving overall animal wellbeing.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to identify potential issues before they became costly repairs.
- Handled dairy animals calmly but firmly during routine procedures such as vaccinations or hoof trimming appointments, reducing stress on both animal and handler alike.
- Reviewed over Number treatment records to prohibit milk distribution from treated cows.
- Provided support during transition periods, such as when introducing new animals to the herd or implementing new management practices, ensuring minimal disruption to daily routines.
- Milked Number cows using milking machinery.
- Monitored milk production quality and quantity and evaluated daily data to address inefficiencies.
- Attended promptly to needs of sick cows to maintain health of livestock.
- Kept stock healthy with adequate food, water and open space.
- Coordinated daily workflow to optimize resource allocation and farm productivity.
- Implemented successful strategies to maximize dairy production with enhanced nutrition and herd health initiatives.
- Kept up to date with new farm technology to make farm more environmentally sustainable.
- Utilized latest advancements in dairy farming technology, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.