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William "Ray" Spangler

Raeford

Summary

Dynamic Livestock Manager at Mike Reaves Livestock, adept in animal husbandry and veterinary coordination. Successfully enhanced livestock quality through strategic breeding programs and rigorous health monitoring. Proven leader with excellent communication skills, fostering team collaboration and ensuring regulatory compliance while managing operations efficiently. Committed to optimizing animal welfare and production outcomes.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Livestock Manager

Mike Reaves Livestock
Roland
04.2010 - 06.2025
  • Managed daily care and feeding of livestock on large-scale ranch.
  • Oversaw health monitoring and veterinary treatment for diverse animal breeds.
  • Coordinated breeding programs to enhance livestock quality and production.
  • Maintained accurate records of livestock inventory and health status.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Trained staff on best practices for animal husbandry and care techniques.
  • Developed feeding schedules based on nutritional needs of various species.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to procure feed and necessary livestock supplies.
  • Performed daily feeding and watering and cleaned animal enclosures for rescued animals.
  • Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
  • Organized the purchase of breeding stock and other supplies needed for daily operations.
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of a large livestock farm, including overseeing staff and ensuring animal health and welfare.
  • Coordinated with veterinarians to provide medical care for sick or injured animals.
  • Monitored animal nutrition, growth rates, body condition scores, feed utilization and herd health records.
  • Performed routine maintenance on facilities and equipment used for livestock production.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards related to food safety, animal welfare, environmental protection and labor relations.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.

Maintenance Supervisor

Croft Metals
Lumber Bridge
11.1983 - 12.2009
  • Supervised maintenance staff to ensure efficient operations and safety compliance.
  • Coordinated routine inspections and preventive maintenance for equipment and facilities.
  • Managed inventory of tools, parts, and supplies for maintenance activities.
  • Trained team members on safety protocols and proper equipment usage.
  • Developed schedules for maintenance tasks to minimize downtime in production areas.
  • Implemented procedures to address maintenance issues promptly and effectively.
  • Collaborated with other departments to align maintenance needs with operational goals.
  • Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
  • Evaluated vendor services for repairs and procurement of maintenance supplies.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
  • Monitored and evaluated the performance of personnel in the maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching when necessary.
  • Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
  • Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
  • Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to purchase spare parts at competitive prices.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
  • Supervised technicians on repair and installation of machines or systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
  • Oversaw team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
  • Coordinated emergency repairs as needed in order to minimize disruption in production schedules.
  • Assisted in training new hires on proper operation and maintenance techniques for various types of machinery.
  • Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
  • Inspected machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
  • Prepared and monitored budget to keep maintenance department financially sound.
  • Researched new products or services that would enhance the company's ability to maintain its competitive edge in the industry.
  • Coordinated with external contractors for specialized maintenance projects.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
  • Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.

Education

HVAC

Miller Mott
Virtual
03-2022

Completion Certificate - Electrical, Maintance And Installation

Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC
06-1985

High School Diploma -

Maimi Trace High School
Washington Court House, OH
06-1982

Skills

  • Animal husbandry
  • Livestock management
  • Veterinary coordination
  • Nutritional planning
  • Health monitoring
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Financial budgeting
  • Supervise employees
  • Multitasking
  • Self motivation
  • Goal setting
  • Excellent communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Repairing wall surfaces

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Livestock Manager

Mike Reaves Livestock
04.2010 - 06.2025

Maintenance Supervisor

Croft Metals
11.1983 - 12.2009

HVAC

Miller Mott

Completion Certificate - Electrical, Maintance And Installation

Fayetteville Technical Community College

High School Diploma -

Maimi Trace High School

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