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Breeding | TD | SPR - Operations Manager R&D
Kaiima SeedsBreeding | TD | SPR - Operations Manager R&D
Dec. 2024Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil1. Transferred new technologies from research to commercialization: This significantly improved the quality and yield of castor seed production, making the process more efficient and cost-effective. 2. Enhanced seed production techniques: Implemented innovative methodologies that resulted in improved efficiency and reduced production costs. 3. Streamlined the product pipeline process: Led to timely project completion and increased market competitiveness, ensuring that the company stayed ahead in the industry.
Research Station Manager
SyngentaResearch Station Manager
Apr. 2023 - Jun. 2024Cascavel, Paraná, Brazil1. Optimized processes with a LEAN mindset: This involved eliminating waste and ensuring operations were conducted in a streamlined and efficient manner, which improved overall productivity. 2. Enhanced soybean and corn breeding programs: Developed and executed strategies that significantly improved the breeding programs, leading to better crop yields and quality. 3. Effective project management: Managed financial, human, and time resources efficiently, which demonstrated significant impact through the successful completion of breeding projects.
Field Equipment Manager - Plant Breeding Brazil
Bayer Crop ScienceField Equipment Manager - Plant Breeding Brazil
Jul. 2020 - Apr. 2023Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil1. Supervised equipment strategy: Addressed root causes to enhance machinery performance, achieving high levels of reliability and performance. 2. Managed budgets: Focused on in-season major priorities, team development, and technology adoption, ensuring efficient use of resources. 3. Led safety and efficiency projects: Implemented projects that improved operational safety and cost efficiency, aligning with international technology standards.
Logistics & Equipment Specialist
Bayer Crop ScienceLogistics & Equipment Specialist
Feb. 2019 - Jul. 2020Uberlândia Area, Brazil1. Led a high-performance team: Maximized breeding machinery performance and managed annual budgets effectively. 2. Oversaw equipment maintenance: Ensured machinery was well-maintained and operational, contributing to the success of breeding projects.
Field Testing Manager
Bayer Crop ScienceField Testing Manager
Aug. 2018 - Feb. 2019Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil1. Managed field operations for plant breeding: Oversaw yield trials and ensured data quality, which was crucial for successful breeding programs. 2. Implemented data-driven strategies: Used robust statistical analysis and environmental data to make informed decisions on location deployment.
Testing & Operations Manager
Monsanto CompanyTesting & Operations Manager
Sep. 2015 - Aug. 2018Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil1. Led field operations for breeding row crops: Achieved a steady increase in quality KPIs by re-imagining location deployment. 2. Managed yield trials: Ensured high data quality and efficient operations, contributing to successful breeding outcomes.
Field Research Associate - Corn Breeding
Monsanto CompanyField Research Associate - Corn Breeding
Oct. 2014 - Sep. 2015Uberlândia Area, Brazil1. Managed contracts with farmers: Ensured cooperation and support for row crop development. 2. Planned supplies and managed trials: Ensured the quality of collected data and successful trial outcomes. 3. Executed data collection plan in a timely maner supporting the plant breeding strategy.
Assistant grower
Jong's FlowersAssistant grower
Jan. 2012 - Jan. 2013Adelaide, Australia1. Ensured high-quality production: Assisted in the production and monitoring of ornamental plants, managing pest control and overseeing harvesting and shipping. 2. Efficient operations: Ensured that operations were conducted efficiently and met market demands.
Growing Assistant
Color Spot NurseriesGrowing Assistant
Sep. 2010 - Sep. 2011Salinas, California1. Managed plant production: Ensured compliance with customer specifications and internal procedures. 2. Supervised field teams: Prioritized efficiency and safety, ensuring successful plant production.

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