Niels Derks
Mesa
Summary
Dependable worker knowledgeable about farm equipment and machinery and capable of performing routine maintenance and repairs. Skilled at feeding, watering and exercising livestock. Strong problem solving skills, able to analyze issues and resolve them independently
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Butcher
Slagerij Derks Wanroij
2020.01 - Current
- Trained in meat preparation techniques, ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Supported customer service by providing product recommendations and answering inquiries.
- Operated cutting tools and equipment safely, maintaining high-quality standards in meat processing.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance operational efficiency.
- Helping out with sales in the shop
- Sharpened knives and maintained equipment regularly, ensuring optimal performance during daily tasks.
- etc.
Sales Representative
MEI Consulting Phoenix
2025.09 - 2025.12
- Engaged clients through effective communication to identify needs and offer tailored solutions.
- Assisted in developing product presentations that showcased benefits and features to potential customers.
- Coordinated follow-up activities to ensure customer satisfaction and foster long-term relationships.
Handyman Assistant
Peter Willems Transport
2019.04 - 2024.12
- Supported skilled tradespeople by preparing tools and materials for various assignments.
- Washing the trucks
- repairing everything on the trucks except the engine
Farm Hand
Derks Farming
2019.01 - 2022.08
- Operated and maintained farm machinery to ensure efficient crop production.
- Assisted with planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops according to seasonal schedules.
- Monitored livestock health and managed feeding routines to optimize growth.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management And Organizational Behavior
Benedictine University
Mesa2028-12
Skills
- Knife handling expertise
- Workplace safety
- Food safety
- Meat cutting precision
- taking good care of animals on the farm and before slaughter
- high problem solving skills ( learned by studying abroad)(learned by arranging studying abroad with outside help)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Dutch
Native or Bilingual
German
Professional Working
Interests
- Horseback Riding
- Geology
- mouintaineering
- Hiking
- Outdoor Recreation
- Playing Sports
- Camping
- Running
Timeline
Sales Representative
MEI Consulting Phoenix
2025.09 - 2025.12
Assistant Butcher
Slagerij Derks Wanroij
2020.01 - Current
Handyman Assistant
Peter Willems Transport
2019.04 - 2024.12
Farm Hand
Derks Farming
2019.01 - 2022.08
Bachelor of Science - Management And Organizational Behavior
Benedictine University