General Farmhand

Welcome to Sugar Creek Dairy We're a Dairy Operation with all registered Holstein cattle. We have approximately 570 milking cows and 600 youngstock. In addition to the Holstein herd, we operate 230 acres of custom crops. Our operations span two locations—one for milking cows and one for heifers.

We're hiring a General Farmhand to join our team in Elkhorn, WI (about 45 miles southwest of Milwaukee). In this role you will be responsible for maintaining all aspects of the farm property including buildings, equipment, and care for the cattle herd.

With a team of 12-16 employees, our goal is to produce high-quality milk through exceptional animal care, quality feed, and good stockmanship. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and productive work environment to achieve these goals. We've been recognized by Holstein USA as a herd of Excellence, Progressive Breeder and Progressive Genetics herd.

We offer competitive compensation, including paid vacation and bonuses, based on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain all aspects of farm property, including buildings, equipment, and farmyard.
• Operate large equipment to feed cows, haul round bales, and help pack corn and silage bunkers.
• Ensure all farm operations are in good working order.
• Assist in sorting and moving heifers and cows between locations.
• Feed cows or demonstrate a willingness to learn how to feed cows.
• Assist in various other aspects of the farm as needed.

Requirements:

• Prior experience operating and maintaining farm and agricultural equipment.
• A willingness to learn if you lack prior livestock experience.
• A strong work ethic and punctuality.
• A team-first mindset and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Availability to work at least one weekend day.

If you are passionate about agriculture and eager to contribute to a successful dairy operation, we would love to hear from you