ROBERT BLAINE SCHMIDT
CNH Industrial
Palmetto
1
Certification
35
years of professional experience
Results-driven Technical Product Manager, 15+ years of experience delivering precision agriculture and software-driven solutions. Proven track record of owning product strategy, leading Agile/SAFe execution, and translating customer needs into scalable, high-impact products that improve efficiency, quality, and user adoption.
Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Work History
Technical Product Manager
4 Years 11 Months- Owned product roadmap and lifecycle for precision agriculture software solutions
- Led cross-functional teams across engineering, product, and business to deliver features on schedule
- Improved product quality through structured defect management and rapid issue resolution
- Collaborated on system architecture, APIs, and scalability improvements
Senior Precision Technology Specialist
4 Years 4 Months- Implemented and supported precision agriculture and telemetry systems at scale
- Diagnosed CAN Bus (J1939) and GPS system issues improving uptime and performance
- Developed training materials to enhance user understanding of precision agriculture technologies.
- Analyzed agricultural data to optimize crop management strategies and improve yield performance.
Regional Precision Agriculture Specialist
7 Years 10 Months- Led regional precision agriculture programs and field trials
- Evaluated emerging technologies and guided adoption strategy
- Developed and implemented efficient inventory management processes to optimize stock levels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction.
Electronic Engineering Technician
18 Years 2 Months- Supported development and testing of power supply systems
- Conducted root cause analysis and documentation
- Diagnosed electronic systems to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop and implement innovative solutions for performance enhancement.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing expert technical support for electronic products.
- Developed customized solutions for clients'' specific needs by modifying existing devices or creating new ones from scratch.
- Reduced downtime, diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues in a timely manner.
Education
Associate in Engineering Technology - Electrical Engineering Technology
Engineering Associate - Electrical Engineering (Power & Control)
Skills
SAFe framework expertise
Product lifecycle management
QGIS proficiency
CAN Bus communication
Experience with GPS applications
Proficient in data interpretation
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Technical troubleshooting
Technical content creation
Continuous deployment expertise
Agile backlog management
Product requirement specifications
Strategic product roadmapping
Certification
- Certified SAFe 5 Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM)
- Commercial Driver License (CDL), Florida
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Product Strategy & Roadmaps
- SAFe POPM Certified
- Agile/SAFe Delivery
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Stakeholder Leadership
- Precision Agriculture Technology
- CAN Bus (J1939)
- GIS Analysis
- System Integration
- Data-Driven Decision Making
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Technical Product Manager
CNH Industrial
07.2021 - 06.2026Read More
Senior Precision Technology Specialist
Farmers Edge
03.2017 - 07.2021Read More
Regional Precision Agriculture Specialist
CHS Inc.
05.2009 - 03.2017Read More
Electronic Engineering Technician
Advanced Energy Industries
03.1991 - 05.2009Read More
Northestern Junior College
Associate in Engineering Technology from Electrical Engineering Technology
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Advanced Energy University (Colorado State University)
Engineering Associate from Electrical Engineering (Power & Control)
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