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Amanda Cook

Balclutha,OTA

Summary

Accomplished Herd/Shed Manager and Leading Hand with a proven track record at Tony Valli and Silver Fern Farms, specializing in process improvement and team leadership. Excelled in optimizing farm operations and enhancing team productivity through effective training and data analysis. Demonstrated excellence in decision-making and organizational skills, significantly improving operational efficiency.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Herd|\Shed Manager

Tony Valli
06.2024 - Current
  • Milking cows and running the cow shed.
  • Treatment of sick cows.
  • Pasture management and putting up breck fences.
  • Updating and managing computer systems (Delpro, Allflex and Minda)
  • Training new staff










Herd Manager\2IC

Tony Valli
05.2020 - 05.2024
  • Milking cow and running cow shed
  • Putting up break fences
  • Maintaining record on farm computers
  • Treating sick cows
  • Training new staff

Farm Assistant

Mark Field
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • Milking cows
  • Putting up break fences
  • Treating sick animals

Leading Hand

Silver Fern Farms Finegand Plant
03.2015 - 05.2017
  • Trained employees how to fix problems, correct mistakes, and maximize productivity.
  • Reviewed orders by inspecting labeling, packaging, and contents.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.

Education

Level 3 - Dairy Farming

Primay ITO
Dunedin, NZ
01-2010

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Process improvement
  • Decision making
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Organizational skills
  • Data analysis

Timeline

Herd|\Shed Manager

Tony Valli
06.2024 - Current

Herd Manager\2IC

Tony Valli
05.2020 - 05.2024

Farm Assistant

Mark Field
06.2017 - 06.2019

Leading Hand

Silver Fern Farms Finegand Plant
03.2015 - 05.2017

Level 3 - Dairy Farming

Primay ITO
Amanda Cook