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Barry Irwin

Balgonie,SK

Summary

Results-driven Operations Manager known for unparalleled productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in strategic planning, process optimization, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations management and positive team dynamics.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1996
1996
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Operations Manager

Schluter Maack
Balgonie, Saskatchewan
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
  • Coordinated logistics and inventory management for timely product delivery.
  • Supervised team members, providing guidance and support in task execution.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Conducted regular assessments of operational performance to identify improvement areas.
  • Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.

Execute Logistics for trucking companies of incoming and outgoing grain deliveries.

Communicate with farmers on contract fulfillment throughout the year until contracts are completed.

Operations Manager

KF Hemp Corp
Regina, Saskatchewan
09.2019 - 10.2022

•Harvest 10,000 acres different genetics of hemp for biomass for the purpose of drying hemp to go into our extraction facility.

•Plan, organize and execute logistics and manpower to safely transport 18,900 hemp bales back to the dryer site from a 300 km radius.

•Along with VP Kris Heshka hire staff to round out 24 hour dryer production operation.

•Organize our dried storage facility by genetic and potency for extraction.

•Introduce and execute our SOP program and ensure employees retain and understand the daily routine and monitor accordingly.

• Manage weekly field tour to each field for germination , wildlife management and monitor production.

•Take samples weekly later in the growing season to determine potency of CBD in the plants and best harvest practices.

• Troubleshoot equipment bottlenecks in the drying process and equipment needs to improve the drying process as we moved forward throughout the learning curve of drying hemp at large scale.

Owner Operator

Regina Concrete Specialists
Regina, Saskatchewan
10.2016 - 12.2019
  • Managed daily operations for concrete projects and scheduling.
  • Oversaw team performance and ensured efficient workflow on job sites.
  • Coordinated with clients to assess project needs and deliver solutions.

• Manage Payroll and Customer invoices for each project.

  • Facilitated communication between subcontractors, suppliers, and team members.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.

Organic Farm Manager

Pusch Bros Organics
Windthorst, Saskatchewan
03.2013 - 05.2016
  • Managed crop rotation and soil health to enhance organic farming practices.
  • Supervised planting, cultivation, and harvesting of diverse organic crops.
  • Coordinated staff schedules and assigned daily tasks for farm operations.
  • Provided guidance on sustainable growing practices that meet requirements for organic farming.
  • Run 250 head of grass fed beef for organic beef supplied to farmers markets and several restaurants and organic stores in southern Saskatchewan.
  • Run two flax burners that run on our flax straw to heat the greenhouse with vegetables and also my residents on the farm.
  • Bake producers flax straw in the area for the purpose of using it in our flax burner.

Grain and Cattle Rancher

Family Farm
Gainsborough, Saskatchewan
01.1988 - 12.2012
  • Managed daily feeding and care of livestock on family-operated ranch.
  • Oversaw breeding programs to maintain herd health and productivity.
  • Coordinated pasture rotation to optimize grazing and land use.
  • Collaborated with family members on strategic planning for herd management.
  • Assisted in the branding and castrating of livestock.
  • Inspected facilities regularly for cleanliness and repair needs.
  • Conducted daily inspections of cattle to ensure health and safety.

• Seed and crop protection and harvest crops yearly.

• Cut and Bale and haul hay bales home every year for cattle production.

• Bale straw ( barley wheat and oats) each fall for cattle bedding and feed mix.

  • Maintained records of breeding, calving, vaccinations, and sales activities.

Education

Carnduff High School
Carnduff, SK

Skills

  • Process improvement
  • Logistics management
  • Inventory control
  • Resource allocation
  • Customer relationship management
  • Operational oversight
  • Strong ties to rural communities and farmers through mutual interests

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations Manager

Schluter Maack
01.2023 - Current

Operations Manager

KF Hemp Corp
09.2019 - 10.2022

Owner Operator

Regina Concrete Specialists
10.2016 - 12.2019

Organic Farm Manager

Pusch Bros Organics
03.2013 - 05.2016

Grain and Cattle Rancher

Family Farm
01.1988 - 12.2012

Carnduff High School
Barry Irwin