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Raymond franzen

Oskaloosa

Summary

Highly motivated and skilled with a diverse background in agriculture, mechanics, and community service. Proven ability to lead, problem-solve, and perform in both team and independent settings. Dedicated to continuous learning and achieving excellence in all endeavors.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Manager

nutrien ag soloutions
Oskaloosa
03.2023 - Current
  • Fix or maintain the plants equipment.
  • Operating a sprayer.
  • Operating a spreader.
  • Crop scouting.
  • soil sampling
  • Ammonia application.

Owner/Operator

R&R Dirtworks
Oskaloosa
01.2016 - Current
  • Managed daily operations for excavation and grading services.
  • Coordinated project schedules with clients and subcontractors efficiently.
  • Oversaw equipment maintenance and repairs to ensure operational readiness.
  • Trained new employees on safety protocols and machinery operation.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers for materials and equipment procurement.
  • Implemented safety measures to comply with industry regulations consistently.
  • Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
  • Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.

Farm Partner

Franzen Farms
Oskaloosa
01.2005 - Current
  • Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules to ensure operational readiness and safety.
  • Coordinated planting and harvesting activities among farm staff and seasonal workers.
  • Trained new employees on farm procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
  • Inspected equipment and facilities to recommend service or repairs.
  • Coordinated the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure.
  • Supervised planting, cultivating, harvesting, storage, and marketing activities for all crops.
  • Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing wasteful processes.
  • Inspected fields regularly to ensure proper fertilization levels are maintained.
  • Developed long-term strategies for increasing efficiency while reducing overhead costs associated with running the farm business.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Agronomy

Indian Hills
Centerville
08-2025

Associate of Applied Science - A\Animal Science

Indian Hills Community College
Centerville
05-2025

Skills

  • Equipment operation and maintenance
  • Landscaping and groundskeeping
  • Customer service
  • Leadership and teamwork
  • Problem solving
  • Agricultural knowledge

Affiliations

  • football
  • basketball
  • wrestleing
  • shooting team
  • bowling
  • 4H
  • teen council
  • FFA
  • peer helping
  • boy scouts
  • order of the arrow

Timeline

Warehouse Manager

nutrien ag soloutions
03.2023 - Current

Owner/Operator

R&R Dirtworks
01.2016 - Current

Farm Partner

Franzen Farms
01.2005 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Agronomy

Indian Hills

Associate of Applied Science - A\Animal Science

Indian Hills Community College

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