Laurie Wright
Edwardsburg,MI
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs through consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure, and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reproductive Specialist / AI Technician
CentralStar Cooperative
Lansing, MI
01.2013 - Current
- Work closely with owners and farm managers to develop genetic goals for sound, high-producing, and efficient cattle.
- Regular inventories of semen and supplies are taken for all farms, and reordering is done when necessary.
- Collaborate with veterinarians, nutritionists, dairy management, and owner(s) in order to reach goals, and troubleshoot problems being identified.
- Able to lift 100 pounds or more, if needed.
- Efficiently observe eligible animals for heat, or illness.
- Collaborate with CentralStar Evaluators (SMS) when choosing bulls to be implemented for genetic improvements.
- Potential new hire candidates are sent with me for pre-employment screening.
- New hires are sent with me for training.
- Daily computer data entry (using PC Dart or DairyComp305 program).
- Works great in a team setting.
- Self-starter and can work with little or no supervision.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Problem solver.
Dairy Manager
Sunset Dairy, Inc.
Rolling Prairie, IN
01.2009 - 12.2012
- Created and implemented strategies for improving herd health and productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and provided feedback as needed.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify areas needing improvement or repair work.
- Maintained close contact with suppliers to obtain competitive prices on products purchased.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Established relationships with local veterinarians to provide medical care for animals.
- Managed dairy schedules for livestock, special events, and crops.
- Provided training and guidance to new employees on safe working practices, procedures, and protocols.
- Monitored the quality of milk produced to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Managed daily operations of a dairy farm, including milking, feeding, and general care of livestock.
- Organized team meetings to discuss performance issues and devise solutions.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Operated large equipment such as a Peterbilt feed truck, Case and Bobcat skid loaders, Doosan frontend loader, and a truck with a gooseneck trailer.
- All dairy data entry.
Clerk for Customs & International Shipping
United Parcel Service, UPS
Westville, IN
12.2008 - 12.2008
- This was a seasonal position.
- Worked as a driver helper (runner) during the holiday busy season.
- Assisted with the intake of all packages and letters being shipped internationally.
- Accurately completing the documentation needed for customs and international shipping.
- Able to work and excel in a very fast-paced environment.
Building Porter/Seasonal Worker
United Parcel Service, UPS
Westville, IN
12.2007 - 03.2008
- Secured buildings by locking rooms and main entrance doors and setting alarms.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Handled hazardous waste disposal according to safety regulations.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Removed trash from all rooms and placed garbage and recycling receptacles in approved areas for trash pickup.
- Reported any damage or maintenance needs to supervisor immediately.
- Walked property and grounds, picking up trash and debris to maintain curb appeal.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting visitors upon arrival.
- Demonstrated dedication and work ethic through consistent attendance and top-level performance.
- Daily use of a floor scrubber to maintain a clean work environment for everyone.
- Recovered lost packages that had fallen off the belt during loading and unloading shifts.
- Was a seasonal driver helper. Helps the regular drivers with the extra volume of packages and deliveries during the busy peak holiday season..
Assistant Dairy Manager
Sunset Dairy, Inc.
Rolling Prairie, IN
09.1999 - 03.2007
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding animal health and safety.
- Managed all dairy health records and data entry.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchased feed ingredients used in the milking process.
- Addressed customer and consumer questions with a monthly article from a local newspaper.
- Coordinated with veterinarians on treatments, or other medical needs, of the livestock.
- Routinely vaccinated, sorted, and transported (from farm to farm or pasture to pasture), young stock using a truck and livestock trailer.
- Operated all farm equipment as needed.
- Maintained financial, operational, and employment records for the dairy.
- Provided technical support to staff members regarding best practices related to milking techniques.
- Coordinated position requirements, schedules and production team processes.
- Developed strategies for improving herd health through nutrition management plans.
CDL A OTR Driver
E.J. Farms Trucking
Crown Point, IN
10.1995 - 10.1999
- Maintained a logbook for daily driving.
- Kept the truck and trailer in immaculate condition.
- When not hauling a load, I would work in dispatch, lining up other loads and backhauls.
- The equipment used was a W900 Kenworth semi, a van trailer, a refrigerated trailer, or hopper trailers.
- Tanker and airbrake endorsement.
Dairy Farm Hand
E.J. Farms
Crown Point, IN
07.1994 - 10.1995
- Performed daily tasks such as feeding, watering, and cleaning the dairy barns and stalls.
- Participated in the breeding program by ensuring correct timing of artificial insemination procedures.
- Handled calves in accordance with safety protocols established by the farm owner.
- Transported livestock between farms using appropriate vehicles and trailers.
- Administered medications and vaccinations or arranged for veterinarians to provide extensive treatment.
- Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
- Operated farm machinery, such as skid loaders and tractors, depending on the task.
- Helped with spring planting by running the drill to plant soybeans. Delivered seed and fertilizer to the corn planter.
- Ran the grain cart and combine to harvest soybeans and corn.
- Cleaned and maintained milking parlor areas daily.
- Assisted with milking cows, including checking and maintaining milking equipment.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines while operating heavy machinery or working around livestock.
- Administered vaccines to cattle according to veterinary instructions.
Dairy Farm Laborer
Sunset Dairy, Inc.
Rolling Prairie, IN
01.1989 - 07.1994
- Morning milking shift before school.
- Weekend milking shifts.
- Fed, treated if sick, and cared for all calves.
- Responsible for identifying and sorting sick or injured livestock.
- Report any animals to management that require veterinary care.
- Run the tractor and feed wagon to mix TMR (Total Mixed Ration) for all mature livestock.
- Operate machinery as needed, such as the disc (in the spring), plow, Case ( International ) IH tractors and such.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Prairie High School
New Carlisle, IN06-1991
Certificate - Artificial Insemination
ABS
On Farm Training01-1991
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Purdue North Central
Westville, INSkills
- Very dependable
- Strong attention to detail
- Organized with clean workspace/equipment
- Dedicated and committed to success
- Efficient
- Great customer service
- Able to work well alone or in a team environment
- Problem solver
Accomplishments
- 4-H Dairy Co-Superintendent, La Porte County Fair (La Porte, IN) 2004-2008
- Judged @ 4-H Dairy and Dairy Steer shows during summers, at local county fairs.
- 10 years of SERVICE AWARD from CentralStar Cooperative (1/7/2023)
- Service Elite Club award winner numerous times. ( must have 10% or more of sales increased from previous year, to qualify.)
Certification
ABS Services : A.I. Training Course
CDL class A (with Tanker & Airbrake endorsements) held until 2005
Timeline
Reproductive Specialist / AI Technician
CentralStar Cooperative
01.2013 - Current
Dairy Manager
Sunset Dairy, Inc.
01.2009 - 12.2012
Clerk for Customs & International Shipping
United Parcel Service, UPS
12.2008 - 12.2008
Building Porter/Seasonal Worker
United Parcel Service, UPS
12.2007 - 03.2008
Assistant Dairy Manager
Sunset Dairy, Inc.
09.1999 - 03.2007
CDL A OTR Driver
E.J. Farms Trucking
10.1995 - 10.1999
Dairy Farm Hand
E.J. Farms
07.1994 - 10.1995
Dairy Farm Laborer
Sunset Dairy, Inc.
01.1989 - 07.1994
High School Diploma -
New Prairie High School
Certificate - Artificial Insemination
ABS
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Purdue North Central
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