MICHAEL STAPLES
Dixon Ne,NE
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Pipestone Systems, enhancing farm productivity and fostering a positive work culture. Expert in modern farming practices and equipment maintenance, coupled with exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities. Achieved significant efficiency improvements and maintained high standards of animal welfare and biosecurity.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CVA Opper
Cva Opperations
Laurel Ne
04.2021 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Train new employees
- Load trains
- Load/unloading of trucks
- Transport grain via 18 wheeler
- Provide maintenance on two locations
- Fabrication, welding, mechanical repairs
- Engaged with customers periodically
- General grain elevator husbandry under the company's guidelines
- Property management
Feed Mill
Michael Foods
Bloomfield Ne
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Improved production efficiency by maintaining and operating feed mill equipment in accordance with standard procedures.
- Ensured accurate inventory management through meticulous record-keeping of raw materials and finished products.
- Reduced waste by routine inspections of machinery, ensuring timely repairs and replacements when necessary.
- Maximized equipment lifespan by performing preventative maintenance tasks.
- Keep the team on task and organized
- Load/unload trucks
- Mill about 30t feed weekly
- Transportation of feed by auger truck
Sow Farm Supervisor/Manager
JE Meuret
Crofton And Wausa Ne
02.2013 - 03.2019
- Oversiite of to two sow locations and nurseries/finishers.
- Lead two separate teams towards our production and financial goals.
- Oversite of minimizing production, feed labor cost efficiently.
- At times transfer weekly shipment of animals to destinations safely.
- Inventory control of animals, replacment rates
- Increased farm efficiency by overseeing
- maintenance and repair of equipment, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Producing and ensuring the quality pigs for markets.
- Bio security
- Animal welfare
Sow Farm Manager
Pipestone Systems
Bloomfield Ne
08.1998 - 08.2013
- 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.
- Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- 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.
- Fostered a positive work culture that motivated employees to excel in their roles while keeping a low turnover.
- Study budget management, cost reduction strategies.
- Hired, trained workers.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
- Maintained ranch records and documentation.
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Problem Resolution
Certification
Class A Cdl with tanker endorsement.
Hobbies
Enjoy working on different projects whether building from wood or fabricating from steel.
Raise, train and rehabilitation of horses and trail riding.
Motor sports
Hobby farming
Timeline
CVA Opper
Cva Opperations
04.2021 - Current
Feed Mill
Michael Foods
03.2019 - 03.2021
Sow Farm Supervisor/Manager
JE Meuret
02.2013 - 03.2019
Sow Farm Manager
Pipestone Systems
08.1998 - 08.2013
Class A Cdl with tanker endorsement.