Jacob Metz
Iowa Falls,IA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in farm management and logistics. Skilled in training and development, effective communication, and safety protocols. Proven track record of mentoring staff and improving operational workflows.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Manager
Feedliner LLC
Iowa Falls, Iowa
01.2023 - Current
- Managed daily farm operations and coordinated staff activities.
- Maintained equipment and ensured proper functionality for farm tasks.
- Implemented safety protocols to protect staff and livestock.
- Trained new employees on farm procedures and best practices.
- Delegated tasks to seasonal workers and supervised completion of duties and responsibilities.
Truck Driver
J&T Motorfreight
Hubbard, Iowa
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated various types of trucks for efficient freight transportation.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delivery updates.
- Adhered to local traffic laws and company safety regulations consistently.
Truck Driver
S&T Custom Farms
Steamboat Rock, Iowa
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Operated various types of trucks for efficient freight transportation.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Manager
Seaboard Foods
Alden, Iowa
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Led team meetings to align on project goals and strategies.
- Developed training programs for new hires to enhance skill sets.
- Implemented process changes to streamline workflows and reduce delays.
- mentored junior staff in best practices and professional development.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project success.
Education
GED -
Iowa Valley
Iowa Falls, IA04-2026
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety protocol implementation
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Project management
- Vehicle inspection
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Troubleshooting skills
Timeline
Farm Manager
Feedliner LLC
01.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
J&T Motorfreight
10.2021 - 01.2023
Truck Driver
S&T Custom Farms
03.2020 - 10.2021
Manager
Seaboard Foods
08.2018 - 03.2020
GED -
Iowa Valley