Ivan Tena-Garcia
Salinas,CA
Summary
Results-driven professional with proven problem-solving skills and leadership experience in fast-paced environments. Adept at data analysis and process optimization, contributing to significant cost savings and improved team performance.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Supervisor
Well-pict Berries
Watsonville, California
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Assistant Ranch Manager
Alta Vista Farms
Salinas, California
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Supervised daily operations and staff performance in a fast-paced environment.
- Coordinated team schedules and managed workload distribution effectively.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations consistently.
- Resolved employee conflicts and facilitated communication among team members.
Agronomist
Syngenta Crop Protection
Woodland, California
- Conducted soil tests to assess nutrient levels and crop suitability.
- Developed crop management plans based on research and field data.
- Analyzed pest trends to recommend effective control measures.
- Provided training sessions on new technologies and products.
Plant Breeder
Bayer CropScience Ltd
Woodland, California
- Developed new plant varieties through crossbreeding techniques.
- Analyzed genetic data to identify beneficial traits in plants.
- Maintained accurate records of breeding experiments and results.
- Collaborated with agricultural scientists on research projects.
- Managed commercial plant breeding program encompassing germplasm, elite line and hybrid development.
Education
Plant Science - Crop Production And Agroecology
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA06-2026
Math -
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA05-2025
Skills
- Crop management
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Microsoft Excel
- Research methods
- Team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Sales support
- Employee relations
- Safety and compliance
- Schedule development
- Soil analysis
- Project planning
- Communication skills
- Research processes
- Theoretical development
- Writing and editing
- In-depth interviews
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
CCA
Timeline
Assistant Supervisor
Well-pict Berries
05.2024 - 09.2025
Assistant Ranch Manager
Alta Vista Farms
04.2021 - 09.2023
Agronomist
Syngenta Crop Protection
Plant Breeder
Bayer CropScience Ltd
Plant Science - Crop Production And Agroecology
University of California, Davis
Math -
Hartnell College