Jeffrey Sellke
Mead,Ne
Summary
Experienced in operating the barn and effectively handling cattle, ensuring strict adherence to BQA requirements. Prioritizes the safety and quality of fellow employees. Skilled in training new hires and demonstrating various techniques for handling cattle in diverse situations. Proven ability to foster teamwork among yard employees, encouraging collaboration and innovation to enhance task safety and efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Saunders County Corrections
Wahoo, NE
07.2024 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Yards supervisor/ Training Supervisor
Cargill
Schuyler, NE
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Took charge of overseeing training activities within yards area.
- Oversaw livestock care and staff safety.
- Addressed individual safety concerns through one-on-one meetings.
- Developed various techniques to handle specific scenarios regarding cattle management.
- Monitored the submission of timely completed timesheets.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
Lead Man
Cargill
Schuyler, NE
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Assumed position of red hat in the yards department shortly after starting work at Cargill in Schuyler, NE, during 2018.
- Gained comprehensive understanding of essential yard procedures.
- Managed placement of specific cattle on slaughter floor.
Education
Wahoo Public Schools
05.2018
Skills
- Safety Improvement Initiatives
- Promoting Workplace Safety Awareness
- Innovative Problem Solver
- Conflict resolution skills
- Safety
- Goal oriented
- Staff management
- Decision-making
COMMUNICATION
Strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to provide feedback whenever possible to help make things easier or safer.
LEADERSHIP
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines, while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Saunders County Corrections
07.2024 - Current
Yards supervisor/ Training Supervisor
Cargill
01.2022 - 01.2024
Lead Man
Cargill
01.2018 - 01.2022
Wahoo Public Schools