Quinn Snowden
Salinas
Summary
Detail-oriented and experienced agricultural professional with a strong background in field research, product development, and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to manage agricultural trials, interpret research data, and support innovation in farming practices. Excellent hands-on technical skills and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Equipment Repair Technician
Sutton Agricultural Enterprise
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Answer questions and fulfill customer orders
- Service/repair & test planting equipment brought in by customer
- Perform equipment deliveries and explain orders to customers
Research Technician
Duda Farm Fresh Foods
10.2019 - 01.2025
- Assembled celery and radish trials
- Coordinated sowing and transplant dates with nurseries
- Managed trial calendars and data input for breeders
- Assisted radish breeder with trial evaluation and selections
- Created seasonal slot reviews for trialed varieties
- Participated in seed harvest activities
Product Development Representative
3 Star Lettuce
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Set up and evaluated lettuce variety trials with growers
- Maintained greenhouse and field trials
- Created and maintained trial tracking lists for team
- Assisted R&D team with planting and evaluations
- Delivered seasonal slot reviews
Research and Development Technician
Church Brothers Farms
11.2015 - 09.2017
- Improved processing line at True Leaf Farms
- Supported new product development
- Conducted field and shelf-life evaluations
- Managed Iceberg, Romaine, and Mixed Leaf variety selection programs
Production Assistant (Seed Inventory)
Headstart Nursery
03.2015 - 07.2015
- Forecasted seed needs and managed orders
- Tracked progress of plant production
Product Development
Keithly Williams Seeds
02.2014 - 10.2014
- Planted, maintained, and evaluated test plots
- Delivered products and maintained trial data
- Created product books for trial results
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
California State University, Fresno
12.2013
Skills
- Power tool operation
- Precision measuring
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment calibration
- Power tools
- Equipment installation
- Hand tools proficiency
- Machine repair
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
Internships
- Seed Dynamics – Lab Technician
- Salinas, CA | Jan. 2011 – Dec. 2011, Summers 2012–2013
- Conducted product shelf-life and QA testing
- Rio Farms – Intern
- King City, CA | Summers 2008–2009
- Performed nitrate soil testing
- Organized data for audits
Additional Qualifications
- Proficient in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Access
- PCA License coursework completed
- Skilled in soil sampling techniques
- Certified forklift operator
- Valid U.S. passport
Timeline
Farm Equipment Repair Technician
Sutton Agricultural Enterprise
03.2025 - 05.2025
Research Technician
Duda Farm Fresh Foods
10.2019 - 01.2025
Product Development Representative
3 Star Lettuce
09.2017 - 09.2019
Research and Development Technician
Church Brothers Farms
11.2015 - 09.2017
Production Assistant (Seed Inventory)
Headstart Nursery
03.2015 - 07.2015
Product Development
Keithly Williams Seeds
02.2014 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
California State University, Fresno
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