Janet Soderman
Perdue Farms, Inc.
Kathleen
15
years of professional experience
Dedicated and dependable professional with extensive experience at Perdue Farms, Inc. Skilled in farm equipment maintenance and livestock care, I excel in team collaboration and problem-solving. My proactive approach improved operational efficiency and ensured compliance with safety standards, contributing to a productive and safe work environment.
Work History
Farm Associate
1 Year 2 Months- Operated farm machinery to assist with daily production tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to ensure safety protocols.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of products for distribution.
- Monitored livestock health and reported any issues to supervisors promptly.
- Followed detailed instructions for equipment usage and maintenance procedures.
- Contributed to inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages.
- Boosted overall efficiency on the farm by collaborating closely with other team members to ensure smooth communication and coordination of tasks among various departments.
- Operated various types of farm machinery safely and efficiently, reducing downtime due to mechanical issues or operator error.
- Ensured compliance with local and federal regulations governing farming practices, including proper waste management and adherence to labor laws.
Forklift Operator
1 Year 10 Months- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within production areas.
- Conducted safety checks on equipment to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks safely, maintaining organization in shipping and receiving areas.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline material flow and reduce downtime.
- Monitored warehouse conditions to uphold safety protocols and operational efficiency.
- Supported maintenance efforts by reporting equipment issues promptly for timely repairs.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
Education
High School Diploma - Health Occupations
Skills
Farm budgeting
First aid training
Farm equipment maintenance
Waste management
Food safety standards
Weather monitoring
Tractor operation
Pest control
Organic farming techniques
Soil analysis
Harvesting operations
Livestock feeding
Dependable and hardworking
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Animal care
Troubleshooting skills
Team collaboration
Adaptability and flexibility
Machinery operation
Equipment repair and maintenance
Farm equipment operation
Equipment maintenance and repair
Forklift operation
Task prioritization
Safety management
Crop harvesting
Livestock care
Stall cleaning and disinfecting
Technical skills
Water management
Crop inspection
Feed distribution
Heavy machinery operation
Organic farming
Equipment management
Land preparation
Soil testing
Building and structural repair
John deere equipment
Machinery upkeep
Bush hogging
Timeline
Farm Associate
Perdue Farms, Inc.
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Forklift Operator
Quad Graphics
03.2012 - 01.2014Read More
Perry High School
High School Diploma from Health Occupations
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