Steve Dalitz
YALCA,Victoria
Summary
Had 35 years managing my own Dairy farm business
2 years of Dairy relief farm managing while farmers went on holiday
Currently working at Brereton's Bakery as Deliivery driver , packer & server Type or edit your summary here
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Dairy Farmer
Self Employed
- Maintained farm equipment and vehicles.
- Monitored milk production quality and quantity and evaluated daily data to address inefficiencies.
- Milked Number cows using milking machinery.
- 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.
- Kept stock healthy with adequate food, water and open space.
- 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.
- Reduced calf mortality rates through close monitoring of newborns and providing timely medical intervention when needed.
- Adapted to weather challenges by adjusting feed rations and modifying farm practices accordingly.
- Implemented successful strategies to maximize dairy production with enhanced nutrition and herd health initiatives.
- Improved calving ease through selective breeding decisions, reducing complications during calving season.
- Managed dairy operations for optimal efficiency with precise record-keeping and data analysis.
- Maximized pasture utilization with rotational grazing techniques, improving overall feed efficiency.
- Trained farm personnel to maintain high standards of animal welfare and farm productivity.
- Coordinated daily workflow to optimize resource allocation and farm productivity.
- Developed and maintained detailed herd health management program to support livestock wellness.
- Scheduled maintenance tasks for machinery and equipment, extending their lifespan while minimizing downtime.
- Implemented cost-saving measures in feed procurement, resulting in reduced operational expenses.
- Bought new cows at auctions to keep robust herd numbers.
- Kept up to date with new farm technology to make farm more environmentally sustainable.
- Utilized latest advancements in dairy farming technology, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Developed effective biosecurity protocols to minimize the risk of disease outbreaks on the farm.
- Sold off excess livestock yearly for meat or to other farmers.
- Maintained accurate financial records to ensure profitability and sustainability of the dairy operation.
- Coordinated transportation logistics for livestock movements, ensuring efficient transfers between locations.
- Continually researched industry trends to stay informed about best practices in dairy production.
- Implemented sustainable farming initiatives that prioritized environmental stewardship while maintaining productivity levels.
- Organized community outreach events promoting the benefits of dairy farming both economically and environmentally.
- Developed relationships with local feed and seed suppliers to secure favorable prices.
- Purchased insemination services from special farms to impregnate cows and increase herd size.
- Partnered with distributors and other local farmers to get milk quickly to market and prevent waste.
- Fed and watered over Number Type animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
- Maintained ranch records and documentation.
- Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of stock and developed mitigation plans.
- Coordinated inventories of seeds, chemicals, plant nutrients and tools to achieve business targets.
- Oversaw cultivation and harvesting of over Number pounds in Type crops each year.
- Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
- Hired new ranch hands and livestock handlers seasonally.
- Collected and reported on metrics related to stock growth, production actions and environmental assessments to facilitate effective decision making.
- Used skills to grow new plants from seeds, clippings, bulbs and clone-cubes.
Bakery Worker
Brereton's Bakery
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a positive and productive work environment, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Ensured consistent quality by adhering to strict food safety regulations and sanitation guidelines throughout all stages of production.
- Reduced waste by efficiently managing inventory and rotating products to ensure freshness.
- Checked expiration dates and rotated products to verify freshness and avoid spoilage.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Delivery Driver
Brereton's Bakery
03.2023 - Current
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and personalized service.
- Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills in consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety.
- Ensured the safety of all goods transported by securing loads properly and following best practices for handling fragile items.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Increased repeat business through excellent customer service and prompt resolution of any issues or concerns.
- Supported warehouse operations when needed, contributing to a well-rounded understanding of company logistics processes.
- Boosted overall efficiency by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as loading and unloading vehicles, route planning, and paperwork completion.
- Streamlined delivery operations by collaborating with team members to develop efficient processes and procedures.
- Accomplished seamless handovers between shifts through clear communication with colleagues about completed tasks, ongoing responsibilities, and relevant updates.
- Contributed to company growth by cross-selling additional products during deliveries, resulting in increased sales revenue.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
Education
Certificate Of Agriculture - Farm And Ranch Management
Urrbrae Agricultural High School
Netherby, SA11.1984
Skills
- Farm Maintenance
- Calving assistance
- Herd Management
- Milk Quality Control
- Reproductive management
- Farm equipment operation
- Animal Nutrition
- Medicine administration
- Animal welfare
- Disease Prevention
- Understanding of pasture management
- Great animal-handling skills
- Milking Techniques
- Biosecurity Measures
- Parasite control
- Feeding Programs
- Pasture Management
- Team Oversight
- Vaccination protocols
- Equipment monitoring
- Breeding Strategies
- Forage Production
- Preventive Maintenance
- Genetic Selection
- Manure handling
- Accounting knowledge
- Regulatory Compliance
- Process Improvement
- Facility Cleaning
- Safety practices
- Condition Monitoring
- Disease Identification
- Livestock management
- Breeding
- Staff Management
- Worker hiring
- Documentation skills
- Animal Breeding
- Disease detection
- Worker Training
- Feed Mixtures
- Irrigation system
- Team Supervision
- Equipment Operation
- Chemical Application
- Disease Control
- Restocking abilities
- Scheduling
- Soil preparation
- Crop Harvesting
- Animal Record Maintenance
- Work Scheduling
- Insecticides Application
- Training proficiency
- Expense Tracking
- Facilities Maintenance
- Incumbent Weather Procedures
- Production Oversight
- Resource Allocation
- Soil evaluation
- Crop Inspection
Timeline
Bakery Worker
Brereton's Bakery
03.2023 - Current
Delivery Driver
Brereton's Bakery
03.2023 - Current
Dairy Farmer
Self Employed
Certificate Of Agriculture - Farm And Ranch Management
Urrbrae Agricultural High School
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