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Laren Knuth

1643 E. Cedarview Rd. Doniphan,NE

Summary

I am a talented leader with experience and dedication to enhancing employee satisfaction and business success. I am diplomatic and friendly with a proven commitment to employee training. I am a hardworking team player that brings experience and knowledge to overcome any operational demand

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Team Leader

Corteva Agriscience
05.2014 - Current
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Communicated KPIs outlined in annual plan to inform employees of expectations and deliverables.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Area Supervisor for Planting, Rouging, Detasseling, and Defoliation for Field operations.
  • Logistics Coordinator for Rouging, Detasseling, Defoliation, and Green Corn Export.
  • Drone Pilot to establish stand counts for Field operations.
  • Data entry for IPM operations.
  • Analyzed and corrected harvest data to create Harvest Yield maps.

Production Technician

Corteva Agriscience
06.2002 - 05.2014
  • Promptly documented and reported all defective equipment and hazardous conditions.
  • Performed setup of production equipment to establish optimal performance.
  • Trained and supervised production personnel to properly use production equipment and apply best practices.
  • Executed continuous improvement initiatives to streamline production processes.
  • Suggested and implemented new ideas to improve quality, reduce cost, and support production work environment.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Developed and enhanced personnel work instructions to clear up confusion and boost performance.

Farm Hand

Knuth Farms
01.1982 - 04.2018
  • Operated farm equipment with precision tools to accurately apply fertilizers and chemicals.
  • Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored in correct building location.
  • Maintained and repaired fences, buildings and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
  • Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
  • Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.
  • Planted, cultivated, and harvested corn, soybeans, and hay crops.
  • Monitored and maintained irrigation systems to optimize water levels for crops.
  • Promoted animal safety and health by providing proper nutrition, housing and medical care.
  • Recorded and reported crop yields, expenses and other farm-related data for management decision-making.
  • Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods.

Truck Driver

Roger Wilson Inc.
10.1994 - 06.2002
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using pallet jacks and forklifts.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.

Truck Driver

Bob Stubby Trucking
01.1994 - 10.1994
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using pallet jacks and forklifts.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.

Equipment Operator

Island Landhandlers
06.1990 - 01.1994
  • Operated a range of heavy equipment on a regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
  • Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
  • Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
  • Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
  • Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
  • Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
  • Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.

Welder

Ford New Holland
11.1989 - 06.1990
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products to meet design specifications.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Welded various connections with high-quality final results.

Education

No Degree - Welding Technology

Southeast Community College
Milford, NE

High School Diploma -

Northwest High School
Grand Island, NE
05.1988

Skills

  • Quality Standards
  • Account Management
  • Issue Resolution
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
  • Daily Workflow Improvement
  • Coordinate Events
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Continuous Improvement Strategies
  • Leading Team Meetings
  • People Management
  • Team Work and Collaboration
  • Safety
  • Agronomy

Certification

Drone Pilots License

Commercial Drivers License

Forklift Certified


Timeline

Team Leader

Corteva Agriscience
05.2014 - Current

Production Technician

Corteva Agriscience
06.2002 - 05.2014

Truck Driver

Roger Wilson Inc.
10.1994 - 06.2002

Truck Driver

Bob Stubby Trucking
01.1994 - 10.1994

Equipment Operator

Island Landhandlers
06.1990 - 01.1994

Welder

Ford New Holland
11.1989 - 06.1990

Farm Hand

Knuth Farms
01.1982 - 04.2018

No Degree - Welding Technology

Southeast Community College

High School Diploma -

Northwest High School

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