Marlin Cardenas
Fayetteville
Summary
Dynamic Forklift Operator with extensive experience at PepsiCo, excelling in warehouse operations and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance efficiency through expert material handling and effective order fulfillment. Recognized for training new employees and maintaining a safe work environment, ensuring timely shipping and reducing loading times significantly.
Experienced with operating forklifts in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth material handling and efficient operations. Delivers consistent performance by maintaining equipment and adhering to safety guidelines. Knowledge of warehouse management and logistics coordination.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Ventura Foods
01.2024 - 11.2025
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
Forklift Operator
Penske Logistics, Ford Motor Company, MSC, CMMS
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse safely and efficiently.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks, optimizing space for inventory storage.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory movements using warehouse management systems.
- Trained new employees on forklift operation and safety protocols effectively.
- Executed order picking and packing procedures accurately to meet production schedules.
- 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.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Forklift Operator
PepsiCo
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
- Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Forklift Operator
DHL Supply Chain
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
- Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
- Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chambersburg Area Senior Highschool
Chambersburg, PA03-2014
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Votec
Chambersburg, PA03-2013
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Order picking
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Heavy equipment operations
- OSHA compliance
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Ventura Foods
01.2024 - 11.2025
Forklift Operator
Penske Logistics, Ford Motor Company, MSC, CMMS
01.2019 - 01.2021
Forklift Operator
PepsiCo
01.2017 - 01.2018
Forklift Operator
DHL Supply Chain
01.2014 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Chambersburg Area Senior Highschool
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Votec