Christopher Deloach
Research Farm Manager
Alexandria,LA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Farm Manager
Pest Management Enterprises
01.2024 - Current
- All routine activities involved with the research farm such as land preparation, fertility, crop planting, crop protection chemical applications (maintenance sprays), and crop harvest.
- Mixing and application of efficacy test materials.
- Assisting with collection and storage of GLP residue samples.
- Assure that all cultural/maintenance work is properly documented as per Standard Operating Procedures of PME.
- Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
- Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Implemented pest control programs to minimize crop damage while adhering to environmental regulations.
- Collaborated closely with agronomists to make informed decisions about planting schedules, seed selection, nutrient management plans, and other vital aspects of crop production optimization.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
- Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Reduced farm expenses by optimizing resource allocation and streamlining operations.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Kept detailed records on crop production, equipment maintenance, financial transactions, and employee performance for data-driven decision making.
Member Services Representative
Planet Fitness
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Welcome members to the facility
- Assist current members with fitness classes
- Walk new members around while explaining each piece of fitness equipment
- Establish new agreements for new or returning members
- Enroll new and established members in new agreements through various insurance programs
- Assist prospective members in non high pressured sales tours
- Answer phones and assist callers with a variety of questions
- Update and cancel member accounts as needed
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional service through active listening, understanding member needs, and offering appropriate solutions.
Drilling Fluids Engineer Field Professional
Halliburton - Baroid
07.2008 - 01.2016
- Conduct routine and specialized testing on drilling fluids at customer locations throughout Louisiana and Texas to fulfill the requirements set forth by the operator
- Recommend and sell drilling products based off of need and recommendations
- Complete multiple drilling fluids reports daily with accurate fluid properties, daily operations, material usage, and drilling fluid volume tracking
- Order and receive material based on estimated and actual usage
- Able to plan ahead to coordinate logistics concerning drilling fluid additives and drilling fluids
- Review HSE guidelines daily and ensure compliance of same guidelines
- Perform a wide array of volume and hydraulic drilling calculations to assist in the drilling of oil and natural gas wells
- Provide guidance to junior engineers concerning service quality, rig operations, rig schedules
- Track material usage, maintain record of same material, and facilitate the billing process of material used
- Assist the drilling operators representative in specific operations concerning planning and drilling optimization
- Assist the Halliburton/Baroid Technical Professional and Operations staff in well planning and business delivery activities
- Complete well recaps and review well recaps for accuracy and lessons learned
- Participate in Halliburton/Baroid Competency program to enhance skills and continuing education
- Successfully progressed through the ranks of Field Service Representative 1, FSR 2, FSR 3, and Field
- Professional
- Graduated from a 10 week Halliburton/Baroid Drilling Fluids school without even setting foot on a drilling rig or knowing anything about the oilfield upon entering
- Collaborated with geologists to evaluate borehole samples for accurate determination of lithology types encountered during drilling.
- Assisted in troubleshooting downhole problems such as lost circulation, hole cleaning issues, or differential sticking scenarios.
Research Farm Manager
LSU AgCenter
02.2007 - 07.2008
- Supervise eight workers on daily basis
- Collaborate with the Station Coordinator and Regional Director to discuss, plan, and coordinate projects deemed necessary to enhance the daily operation of a 3,000 acre research farm
- Keep personnel records, time sheets, performance appraisals, EPA chemical applicator records, daily farm records, safety reports, vehicle reports, and maintenance records
- Purchase supplies, equipment, and tools and stay within the guidelines set forth by the State of Louisiana
- Attend faculty meetings and seminars in an effort to maximize outputs in a research environment
- Send out weekly scouting and progress reports in an effort to keep the lead scientists abreast of all of the growing changes in regards to insect pressure, weed pressure, and stage of growth
- Perform many mechanical adjustments and general maintenance on a wide variety of research equipment
- Manage and supervise the daily pesticide mixing in an effort to keep mistakes minimal and to follow all guidelines set forth by the university
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
Research Farm Supervisor
LSU AgCenter
07.2004 - 02.2007
- Supervised three workers on a daily basis and 4 workers when necessary
- Investigated and evaluated many insect and weed pressures in row crops and determined which pesticide would be the most beneficial in that situation
- Performed complicated mechanical adjustments and general maintenance on a wide variety of research equipment
- Operated a wide array of equipment that is general needed to complete many farming tasks
- Conducted experiments which included collecting and analyzing data retrieved from the experiment and adhering to strict guidelines set forth by the university and federal government
- Increased farm efficiency by overseeing maintenance and repair of equipment, ensuring minimal downtime.
Research Farm Specialist
LSU AgCenter
01.1996 - 06.2004
- Conducted experiments with farm chemicals on specified crops while adhering to special requirements stated by a given agricultural chemical company
- Collected and analyzed data resulting from experiments performed
- Prepared experimental products according to strict guidelines in order not to bias the test
- Performed complicated mechanical adjustments and general maintenance on research equipment
- Conducted research according to strict regulations instituted by the EPA and the USDA
- Progressed through the ranks of Research Farm Assistant and Research Farm Specialist
- Followed all policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Improved satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
Education
Associate - Biological Science in Biological Science
LSU Alexandria
Alexandria, LA2004
Skills
- Agriculture
- Farming
- Field service
- Project Coordination
- Data Analysis
- Logistics
- Presentation Skills
- Equipment Repair
- Research
- Laboratory Experience
- Customer service
- Marketing
- Sales
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Assurance
- Supervising Experience
- Budgeting
- Maintenance
- Quality Control
- Languages
Additional Information
- Awards , Halliburton MVP 2008 Multiple Halliburton MVP awards for distinguished service from 2008 - 2016 Morris Abrams Scholarship 1995 LSU Alexandria Scholarship Barbara Brumfield Caffey Scholarship 1995 LSU Alexandria Scholarship Sara Weiss Scholarship 1995 LSU Alexandria Scholarship LSU Alexandria Deans List 1995 Multiple LSU Alexandria Deans List awards from 1995 - 2004, Certifications and Licenses , Drilling Fluids Technology School and Drilling Fluids Technical Professional School
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work weekLanguages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research Farm Manager
Pest Management Enterprises
01.2024 - Current
Member Services Representative
Planet Fitness
11.2022 - 12.2023
Drilling Fluids Engineer Field Professional
Halliburton - Baroid
07.2008 - 01.2016
Research Farm Manager
LSU AgCenter
02.2007 - 07.2008
Research Farm Supervisor
LSU AgCenter
07.2004 - 02.2007
Research Farm Specialist
LSU AgCenter
01.1996 - 06.2004
Associate - Biological Science in Biological Science
LSU Alexandria
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