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The Esmilco Team

Hank Esveld, founder of Esmilco, standing with arms crossed and smiling, representing decades of innovation in calf nutrition
Hank Esveld

President & Nutritionist

Farmer, calf lover. The brains and the brawn (+heart) behind the company.

Stan, Esmilco’s Plant Manager, standing by a tree with a relaxed pose, representing operational oversight and leadership
Stan

Product Manager

Likes helping his neighbors with house chores almost as much as he likes golf—almost.

Jessica, Esmilco Vice President, outdoors with hands on hips, showcasing energy, coordination, and creative leadership
Jessica

Vice President

Always on the go—travel junkie, yoga lover, and creative thinker—expert in chaos coordination to keep things flowing.

David, Esmilco’s AR and Safety Coordinator, smiling confidently in a vest, symbolizing precision and dedication
David

Safety Coordinator and AR

With a keen eye for detail and a bit of OCD, he ensures everything is perfect— because good enough just isn’t his style.

Kelly, Logistic and Quality Control Lead at Esmilco, standing confidently under a tree, known for precision and compassion
Kelly

Logistics/Quality Control/Lab lead

Animal whisperer, baking lover, and precision-focused pro—making excellence and compassion her daily goals.

Steven, Nutrition Research and Support Specialist at Esmilco, in navy shirt, known for research and technical insight
Steven, Ph.D.

Nutritionist & Technical Support Specialist

Deep into research and cows, offering expert advice and support—because when it comes to your needs, he’s always on point.

Jennifer, smiling outdoors, known for her love of numbers, nature, and cows, ensuring accounting accuracy at Esmilco
Jennifer

Accounting & Marketing Specialist

Nature lover, adventure seeker, and cow enthusiast—when she’s not crunching numbers, she’s crafting fresh content to tell our story.

Dale, Esmilco's transport driver, standing by a tree, known for delivering with care and hauling with pride
Dale

Happiest truck driver on the road

By day, he’s our truck driver; by weekend, he’s the grill master—flipping burgers and hauling loads with equal skill.

Gustavo, Cal Plant Manager at Esmilco, standing by stacked bags at the plant, symbolizing efficiency and precision
Gustavo

CA Plant Manager

Keeping the gears of the plant turning smoothly—his goal is efficiency, and perfection is just a bonus.

John, Western Sales Manager at Esmilco, smiling in a white shirt, representing reliability and strong client relationships
John

Western Sales Manager

Fueled by coffee and driven by results, John Jacobs is the name you can count on—no singing required

Madison, Midwest Technical Sales Specialist at Esmilco, supporting Midwest calf operations in the field.
Madison

Midwest Technical Sales Specialist

Dog mom with a heart for calves and a knack for sales—bringing Midwest dairy passion to every conversation.

Esmilco’s Midwest Operations Team

Working together to support calves, customers, and daily operations

Esmilco Team photo group supporting country wide calf operations

From the office to the field, our Midwest team brings together accounting, logistics, sales, and technical support to keep everything running smoothly. Dedicated to calf care and customer relationships, they’re the hands-on crew driving Esmilco’s day-to-day in the heart of dairy country.
Their collaboration ensures every order, formula, and farm connection is handled with precision and care.

California’s Production Team

A Crew You Can Rely On

Esmilco’s Modesto, CA plant team standing together inside the feed manufacturing facility

Our California production team is the heartbeat of our operation—bringing skill, dedication, and precision to everything they do. They’re not just masters of production; they’re a dynamic crew that knows how to deliver excellence while keeping the workplace fun and energized. From crafting top-quality results to solving challenges with a smile, this team keeps us thriving and always ready for the next big goal!