Michael E. Block
Guernsey
Summary
Grazing livestock expert with nearly 50 years of experience raising cattle and management of pastures, hay production, irrigation, calving, shipping, equipment operation and maintenance, etc. Strong aptitude for overseeing all phases of ranch operations. Knowledgeable of financial records, reports and animal health.
Dedicated Ranch Manager with a distinguished understanding of employee supervision and training. Adept at leading by example and streamlining processes for efficiency. Successful at monitoring ranch budgets and scheduling multiple events.
Extensive guest entertainment including hunting, fishing, horseback riding, campfire tales, etc.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Manager
Spear Lazy U Ranch
2000.12 - 2018.12
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
- Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
- Drafted annual budget and monitored expenditures.
- Fed and watered over 300 animals according to feeding schedules and dietary needs.
- Trained part-time help in livestock care and ranch operations.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Hired new ranch hands and livestock handlers seasonally.
- Maintained condition of stock horses used to herd cattle.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Incorporated safety procedures into every shift to protect workers from accidents.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Mike Adkins
2000.06 - 2000.12
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
Paint Shop Foreman/Company Ranch Manager
Livingston Rebuild Center
1993.01 - 2000.06
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Monitored usage of supplies and materials to establish cost effective operations.
- Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
- Conducted monthly meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
- Developed and implemented new procedures to increase productivity and constructiveness.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Supervised training of new construction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Documented construction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
Ranch Foreman
Various Employers
1980.01 - 2000.04
Education
High School Diploma -
Omaha North High School
Omaha05.1977
Skills
- Worker Training
- Crop Cultivation
- Livestock Management
- Livestock Breeding
- Team Supervision
- Basic Mechanical Skills
- Project Management
- Safety Practices
- Facility Maintenance
- Customer Service
- Crop Harvesting
- Crop Production
- Record Keeping
- Regulatory Compliance
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Land Stewardship
- Equipment Maintenance
- Strategic Planning
- Quality Control
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Pasture Management
- Critical Thinking
- Animal Health
- Herd Breeding
- Decision Making
- Time Management
- Schedule Setting
- Equipment Operation
- Animal Record Maintenance
- Disease Identification
- Facilities Maintenance
Timeline
Ranch Manager
Spear Lazy U Ranch
2000.12 - 2018.12
Heavy Equipment Operator
Mike Adkins
2000.06 - 2000.12
Paint Shop Foreman/Company Ranch Manager
Livingston Rebuild Center
1993.01 - 2000.06
Ranch Foreman
Various Employers
1980.01 - 2000.04
High School Diploma -
Omaha North High School
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