Duane Fritzen
Albion,NE
Summary
Dynamic business leader with extensive experience at Pillen Family Farms, excelling in team leadership and operations management. Proven track record in enhancing production efficiency and fostering a strong team culture. Skilled in data analysis and conflict management, driving successful outcomes in high-pressure environments. Committed to animal welfare and community engagement.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Leader
Pillen Family Farms
Columbus, NE
06.2019 - Current
- Oversaw 6 swine reproductive facilities, ensuring operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Guided on-farm leadership and supported production, training, data entry, analysis, human resources, team member reviews, and salary adjustments.
- Led leadership training and coordinated community outreach initiatives to strengthen stakeholder engagement.
Lead Officer
Pillen Family Farms
Columbus, NE
06.2006 - 05.2019
- Site Supervisor for a 5000-sow breed to wean farm
- Hired personnel and performed annual reviews.
- Trained department heads to develop their teams.
- Managed facility repairs, supply requisitions, and feed orders.
- Created a positive team culture.
- Interacted with local agricultural producers and neighbors.
- Trained my replacement as Lead Officer.
Site Manager
Nebraska Pork Partners
Ogallala, NE
06.1996 - 05.2006
- Managed all aspects of animal welfare and production to ensure optimal health and productivity
- Interviewed and hired the teams.
- Trained all team members.
- Built team culture and unity.
- Handled all reporting and data entry.
- Managed feed and supply orders.
- Oversaw all aspects of animal welfare and production.
Education
Ph.D. - Fish & Wildlife Conservation
Montana State University
Bozeman, ME05.1996
Master's Degree - Conservation Biology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.1992
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05.1989
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Biology
York College
York, NE05.1986
High School Diploma -
Albion High School
Albion, NE05.1984
Skills
- Operations management
- Corporate strategy
- Human resources management
- Recruiting
- Performance management
- Expense management
- Data analysis
- Analysis skills
- Interviewing
- Team leadership
- Team management
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- Team building
- Conflict management
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Instructional guidance
- Performance evaluation
- Brand management
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Russian
Limited
Certification
PQA+ Certification
Accomplishments
Pillen Family Farms 2023 Leadership Excellence Award
Timeline
Business Leader
Pillen Family Farms
06.2019 - Current
Lead Officer
Pillen Family Farms
06.2006 - 05.2019
Site Manager
Nebraska Pork Partners
06.1996 - 05.2006
Ph.D. - Fish & Wildlife Conservation
Montana State University
Master's Degree - Conservation Biology
University of Florida
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Biology
York College
High School Diploma -
Albion High School