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Rodolfo Quezada

Los Angeles

Summary

Multi-tasking consultant known for successfully taking projects from early stages to completion. Polished and professional offer competence in crop management technology and glyphosate resistance management. Congratulated for constantly facing new technical challenges and finding solutions to meet customer needs. Energetic leader promotes 15 years of industry experience with superior record of accomplishment. Ambitious and highly motivated to extensive crop production exceeds demanding targets and achieves or exceeds set goals. Manage production of extensive crops by closely monitoring operations and accounting for factors such as weather and market demands. Bringing 8 years of consultant experience combined with top-notch project leadership, analytical problem-solving and tactical planning abilities. Industrious, forward-thinking and familiar with agricultural practices. 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

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consultant

Austral ltda.
Los Angeles
03.2019 - Current
  • Conducted soil samples for analysis to determine future crop placement.
  • Oversaw multi-dimensional projects to resolve conflicting priorities and meet milestones.
  • Researched and analyzed pesticide efficacy and made adjustments to application management.
  • Created and maintained scalable approach to agronomic knowledge.
  • Implemented pest and weed control measures.
  • Supervised fertilizer and pesticide applications.
  • Remained up-to-date on conservation and regenerative agriculture practices and assessed suitability for inclusion in company alliance.
  • Built product and market knowledge to add understanding and credibility.
  • Studied different characteristics of soil based on location, minerals in soil and living organisms impacting production.
  • Conducted research on metals, alloys and ceramics to develop new products or enhance existing ones.
  • Wrote and updated reports on compiled material test data gleaned from experiments and shared results with fellow scientists.
  • Maintained detailed journals of all methods used in testing and research conducted by laboratory scientists.
  • Developed top-notch written and verbal communication skills from working with various personalities across multiple disciplines to enhance collaboration and reach collective targets.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and implemented plans to qualify alternate suppliers or new materials for manufacturing.
  • Leveraged data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.
  • Worked with global cross-functional teams to gain alignment and move initiatives from product ideas to commercialization.
  • Partnered with sales, strategy and business development to identify new product opportunities, manage project portfolio and work assignments.

Livestock Manager

Agrícola, forestal y ganadera Riñinahue
Lago Ranco
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
  • Assigned feeding and treatment of animals and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.
  • Planned, directed, delegated and performed daily chores for farm.
  • Evaluated animal feed rations to deliver maximum intake and daily gain to reduce overall cost per head.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.

Technical Sales Consultant

Martínez y Valdivieso
temuco
06.2014 - 03.2019
  • Collaborated with customers and asked questions to assess needs and budgets.
  • Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers 0 to 2 millons USD.
  • Resolved average of 30 customer issues per month through active communication and dedicated research skills.
  • Attended product-related technical shows and other activities to represent company products and services.
  • Generated and executed sales plans in existing customer base to meet profit increase goals.
  • Contacted customers and prospects to generate new business to achieve company growth goals.
  • Open the market to the company's own products and yara fertilizer company

Farm Manager

ANCALI
Los Angeles
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Led team of 80 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
  • Purchased supplies such as seed, pesticides and fertilizer.
  • Hired, trained, and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
  • Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings and harvest.
  • Explained and demonstrated working techniques, practices and safety measures for permanent and migrant agricultural workers.
  • Worked on cultivation plans for crop production operations.
  • Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs and labor requirements.
  • Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
  • Directed sustainable waste recycling operations to reduce environmental impact.

Research and Development Manager

Martínez y Valdivieso
Los Angeles
05.2011 - 07.2013
  • Developed and implemented plans to qualify alternate suppliers or new materials for manufacturing.
  • Leveraged data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.
  • Worked with global cross-functional teams to gain alignment and move initiatives from product ideas to commercialization.
  • Partnered with sales, strategy and business development to identify new product opportunities, manage project portfolio and work assignments.
  • Introduction of Yara company products in the Chilean market

Research and Development Manager

Bioleche
Los Angeles
01.2008 - 04.2011
  • Developed and implemented plans to qualify alternate suppliers or new materials for manufacturing.
  • Leveraged data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.
  • Worked with global cross-functional teams to gain alignment and move initiatives from product ideas to commercialization.
  • Partnered with sales, strategy and business development to identify new product opportunities, manage project portfolio and work assignments.
  • Development of corn hybrids from companies such as dow, cis, pioneer, tracy and tuniche
  • Liaised with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and expectations and develop strategic direction to R&D performance materials.
  • Collected and analyzed data, created reports and reviewed and explained trends.
  • Organized and participated in training, events and conferences.
  • Analyzed and interpreted policies and developed, revised and implemented procedures.
  • Formulated and evaluated alternative solutions to achieve program goals.
  • Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agronomy And Crop Science

Catholic University of Temuco
Temuco
11.2007

Skills

  • Operations Analysis
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Forecasting and Reporting
  • Analytical Thinking
  • MS Office
  • Business Planning
  • Cost Analysis
  • Process Optimization
  • New Product Introductions
  • Data Collections
  • Trade Show Coordination

Accomplishments

  • Incorporation of Yara Vita products achieved by completing research and development with precision and efficiency.
  • It was possible to mitigate the problem of glyphosate-resistant ryegrass through the efficient introduction of agrochemicals.
  • I used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Low yields documented by soil acidity and poor use of fertilizers, which was resolved together with a sustainable fertilization and management program.
  • Collaborated with the team of 80 people in the development of planting and harvesting 10,000 hectares of crops with high yields.

Certification

  • Licensed agronomist - Catholic university of Temuco

Additional Information

I am not currently in Canada. However, I live in Chile, which belongs to one of the countries in the international mobility program. The basic provisions of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) remain the same in the Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA) and are set forth in Chapter K of the CCFTA. Professionals identified in Annex K-03.IV.

Languages

English
Intermediate (B1)
Spanish
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Livestock Manager

Agrícola, forestal y ganadera Riñinahue
02.2020 - 02.2021

Consultant

Austral ltda.
03.2019 - Current

Technical Sales Consultant

Martínez y Valdivieso
06.2014 - 03.2019

Farm Manager

ANCALI
08.2013 - 05.2014

Research and Development Manager

Martínez y Valdivieso
05.2011 - 07.2013

Research and Development Manager

Bioleche
01.2008 - 04.2011

Bachelor of Science - Agronomy And Crop Science

Catholic University of Temuco

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