Cattle Feeder on Dairy Farm Worker Needed In Canada

A family dairy farm in Rosser, Manitoba, just ten minutes west of Winnipeg, is hiring immediately for one hardworking, positive, and team-oriented individual to join their dairy cattle feeding and bedding operation on a full-time permanent basis. This is a day shift role running 6:00am to 6:00pm on a four days on and four days off rotating schedule, with an 11-hour working day that includes one hour of paid lunch and two paid 15-minute breaks, totalling genuine compensated rest time built into every shift. The role covers feeding and bedding Holstein dairy cattle across all weather seasons including outdoor work throughout the Manitoba year, operating a tractor, feed mixer, and bedding truck, and contributing to light duty equipment maintenance within a cooperative and productive family farm team environment. Previous dairy or cattle feeding experience is required along with previous machinery operation experience, a minimum Grade 12 education, a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence, reliable personal transportation to the Rosser farm location, and the physical fitness to lift 50-pound feed bags throughout the daily workload. At a pay rate of CA$19.50 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package including dental care, disability insurance, extended health care, life insurance, and vision care, this Holstein dairy cattle feeder and farm operator job in Rosser Manitoba near Winnipeg is a well-paying, fully benefited, and genuinely stable permanent agricultural employment opportunity for an experienced, physically capable, and weather-resilient dairy farm worker who is ready to join a dynamic Manitoba family dairy team and start contributing from the earliest possible date.

Company Overview

This is a family owned and operated Holstein dairy farm located in Rosser, Manitoba, situated approximately ten minutes west of Winnipeg and producing high quality Canadian milk as part of Manitoba’s regulated and community-supported dairy industry. The farm operates a professional and well-equipped feeding and bedding program for their Holstein dairy cattle herd, utilizing a tractor, feed mixer, and bedding truck across a structured daily feeding routine that runs on a four on and four off rotating day shift schedule. The farming family values hard work, positive personal attitude, good time management, and the kind of genuine team contribution that keeps a family dairy operation running smoothly and productively through every season of the Manitoba agricultural year including the demanding winter months when outdoor cattle feeding requires the kind of personal resilience and weather-ready work ethic that experienced prairie farm workers bring to the job without hesitation. They are hiring as soon as possible and are looking for one reliable, experienced, and licence-holding individual who can commute reliably to the Rosser location or is prepared to relocate to the Winnipeg area before commencing employment.

Key Responsibilities

Holstein Cattle Feeding and Bedding:

Feed Holstein dairy cattle on the correct daily schedule using the farm’s tractor, feed mixer, and bedding truck, following the established feeding program and ration specifications designed to maintain optimal herd nutrition, body condition, and milk production performance across all stages of the lactation and dry period cycle throughout the year
Prepare and distribute feed rations accurately and on schedule across all cattle housing areas, applying the time management discipline and operational efficiency required to complete the full daily feeding routine within the structured six-day shift schedule and deliver consistently high-quality nutritional management to the herd throughout every four-day working block
Bed cattle housing areas with the correct bedding material at the correct frequency and depth using the bedding truck, maintaining the clean, dry, and comfortable lying conditions that Holstein dairy cattle welfare, udder health, and herd productivity depend on throughout every season of the Manitoba year
Monitor cattle during feeding and bedding activities, observing the herd for signs of reduced feed intake, unusual behavior, physical abnormalities, or other health and welfare indicators that should be reported to the farm owner or manager promptly for appropriate assessment and follow-up

Machinery Operation:

Operate the farm’s tractor, feed mixer, and bedding truck safely and competently throughout all assigned feeding, bedding, and farm logistics activities, following correct operating procedures, pre-operation safety checks, and all applicable Manitoba farm equipment safety requirements for each piece of machinery used in the daily cattle feeding and management routine
Assist with light duty equipment maintenance tasks as required, performing basic operator maintenance checks, fluid level monitoring, lubrication, cleaning, and minor service tasks on the tractor, feed mixer, bedding truck, and other assigned farm equipment, and reporting any mechanical concerns, unusual operating sounds, or maintenance requirements to the farm owner promptly for professional assessment and timely repair

Outdoor Farm Work Across All Seasons:

Perform all feeding, bedding, and farm maintenance duties outdoors across all Manitoba weather conditions throughout the four-day on and four-day off rotating day shift schedule, including the cold, snow, ice, and wind conditions of the Manitoba winter that outdoor prairie dairy farm work reliably presents during the late autumn through early spring period
Maintain a safe and hazard-aware personal approach to outdoor farm work in all weather conditions, following applicable Manitoba farm workplace safety requirements and the farm’s specific safety practices for cold weather equipment operation, outdoor cattle handling, and all-season farm maintenance activities

Team Contribution and Communication:

Work cooperatively and positively as a contributing member of the family dairy farm team, communicating clearly and professionally with the farm owner and fellow team members throughout every shift regarding feeding progress, cattle observations, equipment status, and any operational issues or safety concerns that require attention or follow-up during the working day
Demonstrate strong time management skills throughout every shift, managing the daily feeding and bedding routine efficiently and on schedule to ensure the herd receives consistent nutritional and comfort management at the correct times throughout the 6:00am to 6:00pm day shift without operational delays or missed feeding windows

Qualifications

What the Farm is Looking For:

Previous dairy or cattle feeding experience is a firm requirement for this position and applications from candidates without prior hands-on experience feeding and managing dairy or beef cattle in a farm environment cannot be considered regardless of other agricultural qualifications or experience
Previous experience operating farm machinery including tractors and associated implements is required, with candidates who bring prior tractor, feed mixer, or feed wagon operating experience being well-matched to the machinery operation demands of this Holstein dairy cattle feeding role
A minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent is required as the baseline educational qualification for this permanent full-time dairy farm position
A valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence in good standing is a firm requirement before commencing in this role and must be maintained throughout the entire period of employment
Reliable personal vehicle transportation to the Rosser, Manitoba farm location is required as no bus service is available to the rural farm property and consistent punctual attendance at the 6:00am day shift start depends on personal vehicle access throughout the full permanent employment period
Light duty equipment maintenance experience with the practical ability to perform basic operator maintenance checks, fluid monitoring, and minor service tasks on farm tractors and associated machinery
Physical fitness and genuine stamina for an 11-hour day shift including outdoor work across all Manitoba weather seasons, and the specific physical capability to lift and carry 50-pound bags of dairy cattle feed as a regular component of the daily farm work responsibilities
Good time management skills with the personal organizational ability and shift discipline to complete the daily Holstein cattle feeding and bedding routine on schedule and within the structured four on and four off day shift framework
Good communication skills with the cooperative, positive, and team-oriented personal approach that a family dairy farm operation working environment genuinely depends on from every contributing team member
Must be able to reliably commute to Rosser, Manitoba or be willing and prepared to relocate to the Winnipeg, Manitoba area before commencing employment, as reliable daily attendance at the Rosser farm location is a firm operational requirement for this permanent position
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Work Details:

Employment type: Full-time, permanent
Pay rate: CA$19.50 per hour
Shift: Day shift, 6:00am to 6:00pm
Schedule: Four days on and four days off rotating schedule
Daily hours: 11-hour working day including one hour paid lunch and two paid 15-minute breaks
Work location: Rosser, Manitoba, approximately ten minutes west of Winnipeg, in-person
Start: Hiring as soon as possible

Benefits and Perks

This Rosser, Manitoba family dairy farm offers a well-rounded and genuinely comprehensive benefits package for their permanent full-time Holstein cattle feeder and farm operator that reflects a real organizational investment in the health, financial security, and long-term wellbeing of the experienced dairy farm workers who make their high quality Canadian milk production possible every day. Here is everything that comes with this permanent position:

A competitive hourly pay rate of CA$19.50 per hour providing strong and honest permanent full-time compensation for an experienced Holstein dairy cattle feeding and tractor operation role on a family dairy farm near Winnipeg, Manitoba, with a four on and four off schedule that averages a meaningful and manageable number of working days per month alongside genuine days off for personal recovery and lifestyle balance
Dental care coverage providing eligible permanent employees with preventive and restorative dental benefit access throughout their employment on the Manitoba family dairy farm
Extended health care coverage providing meaningful medical and healthcare benefit protection for eligible permanent team members beyond the baseline Manitoba provincial health coverage throughout the employment period
Disability insurance providing eligible employees with income protection in the event of a work or non-work related disability that prevents them from performing their dairy farm duties, delivering meaningful financial security for permanent team members and their families
Life insurance coverage providing eligible permanent employees with financial protection for their families throughout the employment period
Vision care coverage providing eye care and corrective eyewear benefits for eligible permanent employees, a practical and valued inclusion for a physically active outdoor farm worker role that benefits from consistent visual health support
A four on and four off rotating day shift schedule that provides every four working days with a guaranteed four consecutive days off, creating a genuinely balanced work and personal life rhythm that distinguishes this schedule structure from standard five-day work weeks and provides meaningful personal time for recovery, family, and personal activities throughout the Manitoba agricultural year
Paid lunch break of one hour and two paid 15-minute rest breaks built into every 11-hour day shift, ensuring every team member receives compensated rest and nutrition time throughout every working day on the farm
Permanent full-time employment stability on a family dairy farm with immediate hiring intent, providing a reliable and long-term employment relationship for an experienced dairy farm worker looking to establish a stable and well-benefited career in Manitoba’s agricultural community just ten minutes from Winnipeg

How to Apply

This Rosser, Manitoba Holstein dairy farm is hiring immediately and welcomes applications from experienced, licence-holding, and reliably transported dairy or cattle feeding farm workers who are legally authorized to work in Canada, available to commute to or relocate to the Winnipeg area, and ready to start contributing to a productive and positive family dairy team on the four on and four off day shift schedule as soon as possible.

To apply, submit your resume directly through Glassdoor, Workopolis, or BeBee using the active job listing for this permanent full-time Holstein Dairy Cattle Feeder and Farm Operator position at the Rosser, Manitoba farm. Please ensure your resume clearly reflects your previous dairy or cattle feeding experience, your prior farm machinery operation background including tractor experience, your light duty equipment maintenance capability, your valid Class 5 Manitoba driver’s licence status, your reliable personal transportation for the Rosser commute, and your physical fitness and weather readiness for outdoor Manitoba farm work across all four seasons.

Please also confirm your current location and your ability to reliably commute to Rosser, Manitoba or your readiness to relocate to the Winnipeg area before the start date, as this is a firm requirement for consideration for the permanent position.

Manitoba dairy farms run on the people who show up at 6:00am regardless of the weather, feed the herd with genuine care and precision, and keep the tractors and mixers running with the kind of practical mechanical awareness that experienced prairie farm workers develop through real hands-on agricultural work. If you have previous dairy or cattle feeding experience, a valid Class 5 licence, your own reliable vehicle, and the positive hardworking attitude that a Rosser family farm needs from their next permanent team member, apply today through Glassdoor, Workopolis, or BeBee and bring your skills, your work ethic, and your readiness for early Manitoba mornings to a dairy operation that is hiring right now and waiting to hear from you.