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Jason Boersma

HIGHGATE,ON

Summary

Skilled agricultural manager with demonstrated operations, team and financial management abilities. Coordinate efficient activities at all levels to support business profits and maintain sustainable operations. Employee-focused and performance-oriented with good training and mentoring abilities.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Manager

Ridge Valley Farms
04.2011 - Current
  • Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
  • Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
  • Optimized growth and development at every stage and moved finished plants to sales displays for customer viewing.
  • Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of crops and developed mitigation plans.
  • Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
  • Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
  • Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
  • Consistently met or exceeded production targets by diligently monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions when necessary.

Equipment Operator

J-AAR Excavating
03.2002 - 03.2011
  • Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize work processes, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
  • Reduced downtime by conducting pre-use inspections and addressing potential issues proactively.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
  • Assisted with safe materials transport between work sites to reduce downtime.
  • Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ridgetown District High School
Ridgetown, ON

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Efficiency
  • Work Scheduling
  • Experienced Applicator
  • Assignment Delegation
  • Licensed Exterminator
  • AZ license
  • Mechanic Skills

Timeline

Farm Manager

Ridge Valley Farms
04.2011 - Current

Equipment Operator

J-AAR Excavating
03.2002 - 03.2011

High School Diploma -

Ridgetown District High School
Jason Boersma