Erik Olson
Blue Lake,CA
Summary
Highly motivated professional with 15 years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff, and clients while managing employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Inari Consulting Supply
Arcata, CA
06.2015 - Current
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Designed, created estimates and constructed projects for clients.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations throughout the facility.
- Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Owner/Operator
Humboldt Organic Gardens
Bridgeville, CA
08.2010 - 12.2021
- Operating Organic farm.
- Overseeing protocol to ensure Organic quality is met and maintained.
- Crop planning and management.
- Farm labor hiring and management.
- Crop harvesting and processing.
Farm Manager
Salty Dog Farms
Dinsmore, CA
06.2008 - 04.2010
- Created strategies for controlling pests without using harmful chemicals.
- Cared for and maintained plants in different climate-controlled areas.
- Maintained records on production output and crop yields in order to make future planning decisions.
- Supervised planting, cultivating, harvesting, storage, and marketing activities for all crops.
- Secured farm management agreements through prospecting, analysis and sales.
- Established safety procedures and took action to minimize safety incidents on farm.
- Inspected fields regularly to ensure proper fertilization levels are maintained.
- Allocated resources to respond to insect infestation, drought and fire.
- Conducted research into new varieties of plants that may be beneficial for the farm.
- Monitored fields to drive proper irrigation, weed control and pest control.
- Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
- Collected and recorded growth, production and environmental data.
- Coordinated the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure.
Driver/Collector/Service Technician
Footprint Recycling
Arcata, California
02.2007 - 05.2008
- Drove trucks to and from job sites to deliver supplies.
- Managed fuel consumption and expenses for vehicle operations.
- Managed time efficiently when making multiple stops along designated routes.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from truck using hand-trucks or pallet jacks.
- Operated a variety of vehicles safely in diverse weather conditions.
- Performed activities on time while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality to support scheduling and work coverage.
- Demonstrated ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
- Performed minor vehicle maintenance tasks to prevent disruptions.
- Maintained delivery schedules without compromising safety.
- Verified the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
- Transported products to and from the main facility.
- Serviced customers businesses in a professional and efficient manner.
- Facilitating needs of clients and their businesses.
- Servicing cleaning restaurant grease traps.
- Removing Tallow and Butcher waste from restaurants and Butchers.
- Collection and transporting fryer oil for biodiesel production.
Art Gallery Director
Brandon-Mitchell Gallery
Visalia, CA
07.2005 - 06.2006
- Monitored trends in the art world to ensure that the gallery is staying current.
- Created budgets for exhibitions and managed finances accordingly.
- Organized artist files and archival materials in database.
- Supervised the installation of artwork in the gallery space.
- Confirmed event schedules with artists, vendors, clients and visitors.
- Set up exhibition and event spaces to install pieces for display.
- Advised patrons on purchasing artwork from the gallery's collection.
- Arranged insurance for gallery pieces.
- Acted as liaison between artists and gallery facilitators.
- Conferred with board members to formulate and interpret policies, budget requirements and operational strategies.
- Processed sold artwork for shipment and followed up with clients to confirm arrival.
- Handled gallery calendar of exhibitions, workers and special events.
Art Gallery Director
Truchas Gallery
Eureka, CA
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Organized special tours of the gallery for students or other groups.
- Planned themes for gallery exhibitions and designed potential lists of art.
- Maintained online media sites with gallery events and information.
- Organized and coordinated gallery events, such as lectures, receptions, and workshops.
- Handled gallery calendar of exhibitions, workers and special events.
Packaging Line Operator
Mad River Brewery
Blue Lake, CA
01.2002 - 05.2004
- Set up and adjust machines on the packaging line according to product specifications.
- Perform regular maintenance tasks on the packaging equipment such as lubrication and cleaning.
- Troubleshoot mechanical problems with machinery when necessary.
- Keep track of inventory levels by recording data from the packaging line onto a computer system in real time.
- Remove defective items from production lines during inspection process and place them aside for further analysis or disposal as needed.
- Adhere strictly to safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Maintain cleanliness in work area by sweeping floors regularly.
- Oversaw manual and automated packaging activities.
Education
Electrician Trainee -
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA01-2025
Photovoltaic Installation Technician -
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA05.2019
Solar Thermal Installation Technician -
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA05.2019
Rainwater Catchment Design and Installation -
American Rainwater Catchment System Association ARCSA
Richmond, CA07.2016
Permaculture Design Certificate -
Occidental Art And Ecology Center
Occidental, CA07.2015
Bachelor of Arts -
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA05.2004
Eagle Scout Award -
Boy Scouts of America
Visalia, CA11-1994
Skills
Electrician Trainee
General Construction
Permaculture Design and Installation, Certified
Photovoltaic Design and Installation, Certified
Rainwater Catchment Installation, Certified
Solar Thermal Design and Installation, Certified
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Inari Consulting Supply
06.2015 - Current
Owner/Operator
Humboldt Organic Gardens
08.2010 - 12.2021
Farm Manager
Salty Dog Farms
06.2008 - 04.2010
Driver/Collector/Service Technician
Footprint Recycling
02.2007 - 05.2008
Art Gallery Director
Brandon-Mitchell Gallery
07.2005 - 06.2006
Art Gallery Director
Truchas Gallery
08.2004 - 06.2005
Packaging Line Operator
Mad River Brewery
01.2002 - 05.2004
Photovoltaic Installation Technician -
College of The Redwoods
Solar Thermal Installation Technician -
College of The Redwoods
Rainwater Catchment Design and Installation -
American Rainwater Catchment System Association ARCSA
Permaculture Design Certificate -
Occidental Art And Ecology Center
Bachelor of Arts -
Humboldt State University
Electrician Trainee -
College of The Redwoods
Eagle Scout Award -
Boy Scouts of America