Get to know… Frank

For the past two months, this curious jack-of-all-trades has been the Senior Logistics Coordinator at NIFA. Frank has quickly found his footing and is excited to share his experience in logistics and his responsibilities at NIFA. 

‘After completing my agricultural studies, I started working at a paint manufacturing company. I spent an impressive 32 years there, working in production, the color lab, logistics, warehousing and product management. That’s quite a long time nowadays,’ Frank laughs. ‘I enjoyed my time there, especially because of the variety of roles I held and the opportunities for training, education and career growth. However, I missed the close-knit feel of a smaller company, which I’ve found at NIFA. I also really appreciate the open culture at NIFA, where you can ask anything.’ 

‘At NIFA, I’m responsible for managing logistics processes and leading the logistics team. We have some exciting challenges ahead, including implementing a barcode system. In addition, I handle technical tasks and perform maintenance on instruments. I enjoy the fast-paced nature of the work and am always looking for new challenges to keep me engaged. For example, I’m eager to learn about all the products we sell so I can ensure they’re transported to our customers in the best possible way, adhering to all relevant laws and regulations.’ 

In his free time, Frank loves variety as well. He enjoys listening to music, DIY projects, and walking his dog. To stay fit, he regularly rides his road bike or mountain bike. He balances this out by baking delicious apple pies and brewing his own beer. You can probably guess what we’re all waiting for now at our office.