JOHN RANDLE
Allentown
Summary
Experienced production and warehouse professional with over 20 years in poultry processing, shipping, and receiving operations. Skilled in operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and high-reach equipment while maintaining safety, efficiency, and accuracy. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, follow safety protocols, and contribute to smooth warehouse and production operations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Shipping & Receiving Operator
Lineage
Allentown
08.2022 - Current
- Load and unload incoming and outgoing products with care and efficiency.
- Operate high-reach equipment for storage and retrieval of goods.
- Use pallet jacks to move and organize inventory in the warehouse.
- Assist with order picking, packing, and staging for shipment.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and follow safety procedures.
Live Hanger
Sanderson Farms
Laurel
09.2017 - 07.2022
- Raise and shackle chickens, positioning them for slaughtering and processing.
- Prepare product in a fast-paced, repetitive production area to meet sellable form requirements.
- Operate feeder/pickett machines and dump equipment as needed.
- Follow PPE and facility safety protocols in varied temperature environments.
- Perform frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, and pulling while lifting up to 10 lbs constantly.
Live Hanger
Marjac Poultry
Hattiesburg
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Handled live birds by raising and shackling legs in preparation for processing.
- Contributed to a high-volume production line to prepare product for packaging.
- Worked in noisy, physically demanding, and wet/moist environments while maintaining safety compliance.
Live Hanger
Foster Farms Poultry
Farmerville
10.1996 - 10.2017
- Handled live poultry efficiently during processing operations.
- Maintained adherence to safety protocols while performing daily tasks.
- Assisted in training new team members on proper hanging techniques.
Education
Colonial Arts
Lucy Flower Vocational School
Chicago, IL 09.1991 - 06.1994
Skills
- Shipping & Receiving Operations
- Pallet Jack & High-Reach Operation
- Forklift Operation (Sit-down & Stand-up)
- Loading & Unloading Trucks
- Order Picking & Packing
- Inventory Control & Stock Rotation
- Material Handling & Transport
- Heavy Lifting (up to 50 lbs)
- PPE & OSHA Safety Compliance
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Time Management & Reliability
- Communication & Teamwork
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Fast Learner & Adaptable
- Clean Driving Record
Timeline
Shipping & Receiving Operator
Lineage
08.2022 - Current
Live Hanger
Marjac Poultry
03.2021 - 09.2021
Live Hanger
Sanderson Farms
09.2017 - 07.2022
Live Hanger
Foster Farms Poultry
10.1996 - 10.2017
Colonial Arts
Lucy Flower Vocational School
09.1991 - 06.1994