Jeff Schilke
Imperial ,NE
Summary
At Mid County Farms, I spearheaded a team to enhance farm productivity by integrating modern practices and equipment, achieving a significant increase in operational efficiency. My expertise in farm operations and adept staff management ensured optimal performance and profitability, while my strategic planning skills led to sustainable farming advancements and effective resource allocation.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Manager
Mid County Farms
08.2006 - Current
- 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.
- Reduced farm expenses by optimizing resource allocation and streamlining operations.
- Successfully negotiated contracts with buyers to secure favorable terms for the sale of farm products.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of necessary materials at competitive prices.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
- Developed long-term plans for crop rotation, soil management, and sustainable farming practices to maintain soil fertility and prevent erosion.
- Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
- Enhanced crop yield by implementing effective irrigation and fertilization techniques.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Collaborated closely with agronomists to make informed decisions about planting schedules, seed selection, nutrient management plans, and other vital aspects of crop production optimization.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
- Maintained ranch records and documentation.
- Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
Salesperson
Straub International
10.2003 - 06.2006
- Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in numerous positive reviews and referrals.
- Negotiated contracts skillfully, securing favorable terms for both company and client.
- Implemented effective sales strategies to maximize revenue generation.
- Coached new hires on sales techniques, contributing to their development as successful team members.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Promoted conversion of casual shoppers into customers through product knowledge and product solutions to meet customer needs.
- Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
- Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
- Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
- Consulted with businesses to supply accurate product and information
Education
None - Ag Business. Ag Marketing
NPCC
North Platte, NESkills
- Farm operations
- Farm equipment operation
- Farm budgeting
- Performance management
- Fertilizer application
- Equipment operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Crop rotation
- Inventory management
- Crop inspection
- Crop management
- Supply purchasing
- Controlling pests
- Insecticides application
- Managing operations
- Precision agriculture
- Seed purchasing
- Overseeing employees
- Irrigation system
- Troubleshooting skills
- Harvesting protocols
- Crop irrigation
- Soil fertility
- Preventative maintenance
- Maintenance and repair
- Irrigation management
- Soil preparation
- Chemical application
- Staff management
- Worker hiring
- Agricultural product sales
Timeline
Farm Manager
Mid County Farms
08.2006 - Current
Salesperson
Straub International
10.2003 - 06.2006
None - Ag Business. Ag Marketing
NPCC