Nakia Ellison
Red Springs,NC
Summary
Skilled agricultural manager with demonstrated operations, team and financial management abilities. Coordinate efficient activities at all levels to support business profits and maintain sustainable operations. Employee-focused and performance-oriented with good training and mentoring abilities. Familiar with traditional and organic methods for propagating all types of plants. Competent in reviewing operations in strategic fashion to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements and business restructuring to capitalize on emerging trends. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Poultry Farm Manager
Select Genetics
12.2020 - Current
- Monitored flock for signs of disease or physical distress and culled infirm individuals.
- Fed and watered up to [Number] chickens, ducks and other poultry species daily.
- Maintained proper chicken house temperature and ventilation.
- Supervised poultry farm employees, business accounts and hatchery.
- Kept detailed records of husbandry actions to meet FDA guidelines.
- Loaded poultry on trucks for transfer to processing plants.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Handled complex and urgent customer concerns calmly to maximize satisfaction and enhance loyalty.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
- Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
- Fed and watered over [Number] [Type] animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
Puller/Artificial Insemination Technician
Butterball Farms
09.2015 - 12.2020
- Controlled livestock herds by moving to pastures, scales and trucks for transfer to market, slaughterhouse, or alternate grazing.
- Made minor adjustments and repairs to agricultural equipment.
- Operated and serviced farm machinery, implements and farm vehicles.
- Handled and moved various plants and produce using tractors and wheelbarrows.
- Cared for livestock by cleaning and disinfecting pens and facilities.
- Examined livestock animals for signs of illness and injury.
- Administered vaccinations to animals to prevent spread of disease.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Car Sales Associate/Recovery Agent
B&H Automotive
04.2010 - 07.2015
- Demonstrated automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features, taking test drives and explaining warranties and services.
- Greeted customers on lot and in showroom to answer questions about brand and available inventory.
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
- Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.
Recovery Agent/Small Engine Repairer
Self Employed
04.1998 - 09.2009
- Answered all customer inquiries.
- Upheld strict safety standards and achieved challenging schedule targets with smooth oversight of daily launches and landings.
- Negotiated with customers to assist with setting up payment plans satisfying needs of both parties.
- Maintained equipment and facilities in optimal condition to support optimal launch and recovery operations.
- Contacted customers to discuss past-due accounts and negotiated payment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of customer accounts, payments and payment plans.
- Responded to customer inquiries and provided detailed account information.
- Prevented impending loss and increased profitability by enforcing scheduled collection campaigns, consistently achieving targeted recovery rate.
- Deployed automated system tracking and skip tracing to locate hard-to-find, re-located customers.
- Initiated repossession process or service disconnection upon failure of other collection methods.
Puller
Tarheel Turkey Hatchery
05.1994 - 03.1998
- Controlled livestock herds by moving to pastures, scales and trucks for transfer to market, slaughterhouse, or alternate grazing.
- Made minor adjustments and repairs to agricultural equipment.
- Operated and serviced farm machinery, implements and farm vehicles.
- Handled and moved various plants and produce using tractors and wheelbarrows.
- Cared for livestock by cleaning and disinfecting pens and facilities.
- Examined livestock animals for signs of illness and injury.
- Administered vaccinations to animals to prevent spread of disease.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
GED -
RCC Community College
Rockingham, NC01.1998
Skills
- Emergency Response Planning
- Feed Formulation Knowledge
- Pest Control Techniques
- Animal Welfare Practices
- Egg Production Optimization
- Record Keeping Proficiency
- Biosecurity Management
- Quality Assurance Standards
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Disease Prevention Strategies
- Staff Training and Development
- Hatchery Operations
- Regulatory Compliance Awareness
- Vaccination Program Implementation
- Breeding Program Management
- Flock Health Monitoring
- Farm Equipment Operation
- Disease Detection
- Parasite Control
- Chemical Application
- Equipment Monitoring
- Team Supervision
- Facilities Maintenance
- Scheduling
- Disease Prevention
- Breeding
- Animal Breeding
- Equipment Operation
- Staff Management
- Report Writing
Timeline
Poultry Farm Manager
Select Genetics
12.2020 - Current
Puller/Artificial Insemination Technician
Butterball Farms
09.2015 - 12.2020
Car Sales Associate/Recovery Agent
B&H Automotive
04.2010 - 07.2015
Recovery Agent/Small Engine Repairer
Self Employed
04.1998 - 09.2009
Puller
Tarheel Turkey Hatchery
05.1994 - 03.1998
GED -
RCC Community College
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