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Randal Schwartz

Randal Schwartz

San Angelo,Texas

Summary

Seasoned operations and project management leader with 30 years directing large-scale agricultural programs across West and Central Texas. Expertise in managing complex field operations, large workforces, and multimillion-dollar budgets while ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in guiding programs from startup to long-term sustainability, leveraging extensive management experience and operational knowledge in production agriculture.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Agricultural & Operations Experience

Schwartz Boys Produce & Meats
01.1994 - 01.2026
  • Operated 400 acres of cotton production, overseeing planting, crop management, harvesting, and marketing to ensure successful operational planning.
  • Support 75+ acres of diversified vegetable production, including seasonal planning, labor coordination, and production logistics.
  • Provided operational and logistical support for Schwartz Boys Produce & Meats, facilitating agricultural production and processing coordination for efficient day-to-day operations.
  • Skilled in welding and metal fabrication, plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry; well-versed in the installation, maintenance, and repair of drip irrigation systems and other agricultural irrigation infrastructure.
  • Communicated effectively in conversational Spanish with Spanish-speaking staff to foster collaboration.; able to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking staff (not fully bilingual).

Regional Manager

Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Program
San Angelo, USA
01.1995 - 01.2025
  • Directed day-to-day regional operations for a statewide agricultural eradication program covering approximately 500,000 acres of cotton production across West and Central Texas.
  • Played a key leadership role during program startup, working closely with the Texas Department of Agriculture and other regulatory bodies to establish operational frameworks, staffing models, and compliance procedures.
  • Supervised 150-200 employees, including field technicians, supervisors, and support staff, fostering team cohesion and operational effectiveness.
  • Oversaw regional operating budgets, payroll processing, and fleet operations, ensuring financial integrity and resource allocation for a geographically dispersed workforce.
  • Directed logistics across a wide geographic area, coordinating personnel, equipment, and resources across multiple districts.
  • Utilized specialized agricultural software, GPS-based monitoring tools, and data management systems to monitor field activity, pest populations, treatment coverage, and operational performance across an extensive region.
  • Implemented operational and management systems that directly contributed to the successful eradication of the boll weevil within the region.
  • Led the transition from active eradication to long-term monitoring, ensuring continuity of operations, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations, reporting requirements, and legal standards, mitigating risks and maintaining program integrity throughout the lifecycle.
  • Established and coordinated monthly safety meetings across all districts, reinforcing compliance, reducing operational risk, and promoting a strong safety-first culture among field and supervisory staff.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX

Bachelor of Business Management -

Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX

High School Diploma -

Wall High School
Wall, TX

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Operations Leadership
  • Workforce Management
  • Budget Oversight & Payroll
  • Fleet & Logistics
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Agricultural Operations

Agricultural Operations Experience

  • Operate 400 acres of cotton production, overseeing planting, crop management, harvesting, marketing, and overall operational planning.
  • Support 75+ acres of diversified vegetable production, including seasonal planning, labor coordination, and production logistics.
  • Provide operational, logistical, and business support for Schwartz Boys Produce & Meats, contributing to agricultural production, processing coordination, and day-to-day operational decision-making.
  • Skilled in welding and metal fabrication, plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry; well-versed in the installation, maintenance, and repair of drip irrigation systems and other agricultural irrigation infrastructure.
  • Conversational Spanish; able to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking staff (not fully bilingual).

Timeline

Regional Manager

Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Program
01.1995 - 01.2025

Agricultural & Operations Experience

Schwartz Boys Produce & Meats
01.1994 - 01.2026

Master of Business Administration -

Angelo State University

Bachelor of Business Management -

Angelo State University

High School Diploma -

Wall High School
Randal Schwartz