Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
References
Languages
Certification
Soccer, Baseball, Volleyball and 4H
Timeline
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Ian Mathers

Consecon ,ON

Summary

To Obtain employment with Holstein Canada as Agricultural Technician or Holstein Classifier

*Majority of skills derive from growing up on and managing a dairy farm.

*Great understanding of Animal well being and Nutrition with dairy Farmers and able to understand their needs. *Experienced in Industrial construction

*Considered a team player, hard worker, loyal and personable.

*Meticulous and takes pride in all areas.

*Well developed problem solving skills involving hands on work.

* Enjoys physical work, of excellent physical health and strength.

*Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 20 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

BBH HOOFCARE
04.2011 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

Holstein Classifier

Holstein Canada
09.2008 - 03.2011

Construction

J.R Forson Equipment Sales
04.2006 - 08.2008
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials to prepare for use in construction.
  • Provided maintenance for construction equipment.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
  • Assisted with post-construction cleanup and maintenance.

Manager

Bridgenorth Car Wash
04.2005 - 04.2006
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.

Dairy Farmer

Ballybeeny Holsteins
06.1998 - 03.2005
  • Maintained farm equipment and vehicles.
  • Ensured high-quality milk by maintaining clean milking equipment and practicing proper sanitation protocols.
  • Attended promptly to needs of sick cows to maintain health of livestock.
  • Enhanced herd health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and preventative care measures.
  • Increased milk production by implementing effective breeding and feeding strategies.
  • Optimized cow comfort with improved housing and management practices, leading to increased milk yields.
  • Collaborated with veterinarians to implement herd health programs targeting specific areas of concern such as mastitis or lameness.
  • Managed dairy operations for optimal efficiency with precise record-keeping and data analysis.
  • Developed effective biosecurity protocols to minimize the risk of disease outbreaks on the farm.

Education

-Use of safety harnesses and related equipment-Safety procedures when working at high levels of elevation -

Fall Protection Course

-Understanding the risks of working with hazardous materials-Recognizing hazardous materials classifications and labels-Reading of material data sheets -

WHIMIS training

HOOFTRIMMING Certificate

Dairyland
Appleton, WI
04.2011

Auto Detailing Certificate -

Automotive Training Centers
Toronto, Ontario
01.2005

National Certificate in Agriculture -

Greenmount Agricultural College
Antrim, Northern Ireland
01.1997

Secondary School Diploma -

Foyle and Londonderry College
Londonderry, Northern Ireland
01.1996

Skills

  • Customer Relations with Dairy Farmers
  • Judging 4H shows and County shows in Ontario and USA
  • 3 Yrs experience as a Classifier at Holstein Canada
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Operations Management
  • Business Planning
  • Business Management
  • Project estimating
  • Financial Management
  • Negotiation
  • handling Animals, working with them in a stress free enviroment
  • Assessing foot health

Additional Information

-Ability to communicate well with others-Geared towards customer satisfaction-Capable of dealing with various situations, -Ability to do repetitive tasks-Capable of working long hours-Knowledge and Understanding of computers

References

  • James Mathers, 705-786-7931, ballybeenyholsteins@live.com, Ballybeeny holsteins
  • John Forson, 705-878-4515, JR Forson Equipment Sales

Languages

English
Professional Working

Certification

  • Dairyland - 04 2011

Soccer, Baseball, Volleyball and 4H

I am interested in all sports and staying healthy and fit

Enjoyed all aspects of 4H, taking part and helping all young members 

I have taught 4h members the importance of hoof health at 4H shows and clinics

Timeline

Owner

BBH HOOFCARE
04.2011 - Current

Holstein Classifier

Holstein Canada
09.2008 - 03.2011

Construction

J.R Forson Equipment Sales
04.2006 - 08.2008

Manager

Bridgenorth Car Wash
04.2005 - 04.2006

Dairy Farmer

Ballybeeny Holsteins
06.1998 - 03.2005

-Use of safety harnesses and related equipment-Safety procedures when working at high levels of elevation -

Fall Protection Course

-Understanding the risks of working with hazardous materials-Recognizing hazardous materials classifications and labels-Reading of material data sheets -

WHIMIS training

HOOFTRIMMING Certificate

Dairyland

Auto Detailing Certificate -

Automotive Training Centers

National Certificate in Agriculture -

Greenmount Agricultural College

Secondary School Diploma -

Foyle and Londonderry College

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