Jesse Zuelsdorff
Merrill,WI
Summary
Highly motivated Professional with over 25+ years of experience in farming and agriculture sales. Adept at building and nurturing relationships, effective communication, problem-solving, and exceptional organizational skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Manager
PAM Health
Wausau
03.2024 - Current
- Review and revise inventory levels to ensure adequate stock of materials
- Monitors production processes to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards
- Coordinates shipping and receiving activities to optimize inventory levels and minimize delays or backorders
- Maintains accurate records of all materials received, issued, returned, or discarded
- Collaborates with other departments such as Nursing, Laboratory, Quality Control, Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Plant Operations to ensure that materials are available when needed
- Conducts regular cycle counts of stored items in order to verify accuracy of stock records
- Investigates problems related to material shortages or overages in order to identify root causes
- Generates reports summarizing material usage trends for review by the senior management team.
Sales
Renk Seed
Merrill, WI
01.2000 - 06.2024
- Managed a diverse seed dealership, specializing in corn, soybeans, and alfalfa.
- Assisted Regional Sales Manager in creating and executing sales plans for the region.
- Participated in sales training and workshops to improve sales techniques and product knowledge.
- Assisted Sales Leader in developing and implementing sales plans for the region.
- Set individual sales targets aligning with company objectives.
Equipment Rental Specialist
Sunbelt Rentals
Weston
06.2022 - 03.2024
- First point of contact for customers
- Inspected equipment to ensure they met safety standards prior to renting them out
- Maintained accurate records of all rental equipment, including contracts, invoices, payment histories, and maintenance requests
- Reviewed lease documents for accuracy prior to signing by both parties involved in the transaction
- Delivered excellent customer satisfaction with a professional attitude
- Performed customer service duties such as answered inquiries, provided information, and resolved complaints.
Landscaping Supervisor
Medxcel Facilities Management
Merrill
01.2017 - 11.2021
- Supervised a staff of nine employees and coordinated the activities of landscaping personnel to ensure that projects were completed in a timely manner
- Repaired and operated a variety of mechanical equipment, including, but not limited to mowers, backhoes, bobcats, dingos, tillers, sod cutters, weed eaters, plant augers, chain saws, and drills
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, including work site and equipment
- Monitored and inspected the work of employees to ensure quality standards were met
- Developed strategies for efficient use of materials, equipment, and personnel in order to maximize productivity
- Ensured safety protocols were followed on all job sites
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations, including employee hours worked and materials used
- Trained new and current employees on proper techniques for planting, pruning, mowing, fertilizing, and other landscaping tasks
- Worked with team members to develop innovative solutions for difficult problems encountered during projects
- Performed routine maintenance duties such as mowing grass, trimming shrubs, edging walkways, driveways, patios, weeding flower beds, gardens, raking leaves, pine needles, blowing debris from hard surfaces areas
- Scheduled regular meetings with staff members in order to discuss upcoming projects and address any concerns they may have about job assignments or workplace safety procedures.
Owner Operator
Self-employeed
Merrill, WI
03.1994 - 03.2017
- Managed and oversaw operations of a 1000-acre cash crop farm, cultivating corn, soybeans, wheat, oats, and hay.
- Managed and oversaw all aspects of custom farming on approximately 3000 acres, including spraying, planting, fertilizing applications, harvesting, and trucking.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Monitored financial performance of the business on a regular basis to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Education
Technical Program in Agriculture -
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI03.1998
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Service
- Office Administration
- Training
- Management Experience
- Equipment Maintenance
- Landscaping Maintenance
- Farming
- Agriculture
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Forklift Experience
- Loader Operation
- Welding
- Equipment Repair
- Troubleshooting
- Materials Planning
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Materials Manager
PAM Health
03.2024 - Current
Equipment Rental Specialist
Sunbelt Rentals
06.2022 - 03.2024
Landscaping Supervisor
Medxcel Facilities Management
01.2017 - 11.2021
Sales
Renk Seed
01.2000 - 06.2024
Owner Operator
Self-employeed
03.1994 - 03.2017
Technical Program in Agriculture -
University of Wisconsin