Jerry Muelan
Manawaru,Te Aroha
Summary
Results-driven Herd Manager with expertise in herd management, biosecurity enforcement, and health monitoring. Proven ability to train teams on best practices and ensure compliance with safety standards, enhancing overall animal welfare and farm operations. Dedicated Herd Manager with over 10 years of experience in animal welfare and health monitoring. Skilled in maintaining herd health, enforcing biosecurity protocols, and leading teams to achieve high standards of care. Committed to continuous improvement in farm operations and animal treatment. Experienced Herd Manager known for strong leadership and effective record-keeping. Expertise in animal handling and health inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations while enhancing herd performance through strategic management and training initiatives.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Herd Manager
Bay Farms 2017 Ltd.
Manawaru, Te Aroha
07.2015 - Current
- Supervised team in animal care practices, ensuring optimal handling and welfare standards.
- Monitored herd performance data to guide management decisions effectively.
- Trained staff on best practices for animal welfare and farm operations.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards across the farm.
- Maintained healthy dairy herds by addressing health and nutritional needs of cows, heifers, and calves.
- Responded promptly to emergencies involving injured or sick animals.
- Enforced biosecurity protocols to prevent disease spread within the herd.
- Coordinated with veterinarians for necessary medical treatments.
2IC
JD & RD Wallace
Monavale, Cambridge
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Executed daily tasks with precision to achieve service objectives.
- Organized and prioritized responsibilities to enhance operational efficiency.
- Operated various machinery and tools, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations.
2IC
Plantation Road Dairies LTD.
Waipawa, Waipawa
12.2008 - 05.2014
Milking Parlor Supervisor
Marmum Dairy Farm LLC
, Dubai, U.A.E.
07.1997 - 11.2008
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Supervised daily operations of dairy production.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Resolved employee issues and conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Managed the scheduling of staff rosters, days off, and holidays.
- Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
- Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Assigned work and monitored the performance of all staff.
- Evaluated individual and team performance, and identified opportunities for improvement.
Lead Milker
Almarai Company LTD
, Saudi Arabia
09.1992 - 02.1997
- Operated milking machines to ensure efficient milk collection processes.
- Monitored cow health and behavior during milking sessions.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of milking equipment and facilities.
- Conducted routine checks on milk quality and storage conditions.
- Reported any abnormalities in livestock or equipment to management promptly.
- Implemented best practices for animal welfare during milking operations.
- Performed hoof trimming on livestock when needed.
- Inspected equipment, prepared cows for milking and followed detailed pre-milking recommendations for each cow daily.
- Monitored treatment records to separate milk from treated and untreated cows with accuracy.
- Instructed team members on how to properly operate milking machinery and related equipment safely.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as lubrication and repair of milking machines.
- Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
- Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries
Los Banos College of Fisheries
Philippines03-1991
Skills
- Herd management
- Animal welfare
- Health monitoring
- Biosecurity enforcement
- Record keeping
- Veterinary coordination
- Equipment maintenance
- Team leadership
- Facility maintenance
- Calving assistance
- Animal health inspections
- Milking procedures
- Herd health monitoring
- Animal handling
- Teamwork
Timeline
Herd Manager
Bay Farms 2017 Ltd.
07.2015 - Current
2IC
JD & RD Wallace
06.2014 - 07.2015
2IC
Plantation Road Dairies LTD.
12.2008 - 05.2014
Milking Parlor Supervisor
Marmum Dairy Farm LLC
07.1997 - 11.2008
Lead Milker
Almarai Company LTD
09.1992 - 02.1997
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries
Los Banos College of Fisheries