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Abraham Manthei

Cactus,TX

Summary

Versatile operations professional with experience in dairy production, herd care, and project management. Proven ability to lead teams, train employees, and improve daily processes. Focused on safe, efficient operations and dependable results.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Golden J Dairy
Cactus, Texas
09.2026 - Current

Assistant Manager

Plainview Dairy
Toronto, South Dakota
03.2024 - 08.2026
  • Oversaw daily operations of milk barn and supervised herdsman team, ensuring smooth workflow and animal welfare
  • Trained employees on policies, procedures, and service expectations, promoting compliance and service quality.
  • Implemented process improvements to support quality and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team to design and construct dairy facility, enhancing operational readiness

Dairy Project Manager

Heeringa Construction
Queen Creek, Arizona
03.2021 - 02.2024
  • Coordinated construction schedules for project teams and subcontractors to ensure timely project completion.
  • Reviewed project plans, permits, and specifications for Heeringa Construction jobs.
  • Communicated daily with clients, crews, and vendors on Heeringa Construction projects.
  • Monitored jobsite progress and resolved field issues to maintain project timelines and quality standards.
  • Managed budgets, purchase orders, and material deliveries for Heeringa Construction work.

Equipment Operator

Wolf Harvesting
Clark, South Dakota
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Operated harvesting equipment across field sites, ensuring efficient crop collection for Wolf Harvesting crews.
  • Operated harvesting equipment on various field sites to facilitate crop collection.
  • Operated company truck to deliver commodities promptly from field to elevator, supported timely processing.
  • Inspected machinery before shifts to confirm safe operating condition.
  • Adjusted controls to support steady crop collection and transport.

General Laborer

Palo Verde Dairy
La Salle, Colorado
01.2019 - 06.2020
  • Loaded and unloaded feed, bedding, and dairy supplies at Palo Verde Dairy.
  • Cleaned barns, pens, and milking areas to maintain hygiene and welfare standards.
  • Collected manure and debris from stalls, walkways, and storage areas.
  • Assisted ranch hands in herd care and feeding, ensuring animal health and facility maintenance.
  • Supported artificial insemination and pregnancy checking procedures to enhance breeding efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
12-2020

Skills

  • Dairy operations
  • Herd management
  • Process improvement
  • Employee training
  • Budget tracking
  • Project coordination
  • Dairy Comp
  • EZFeed
  • DelPro

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Golden J Dairy
09.2026 - Current

Assistant Manager

Plainview Dairy
03.2024 - 08.2026

Dairy Project Manager

Heeringa Construction
03.2021 - 02.2024

Equipment Operator

Wolf Harvesting
07.2020 - 01.2021

General Laborer

Palo Verde Dairy
01.2019 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business

Colorado State University
Abraham Manthei