Cade Marlar
Paxton,IL
Summary
Diligent employee with solid background in general production tasks and management experience. Successfully contributed to efficiency and safety of production lines, ensuring smooth operations. Demonstrated effective problem-solving skills and strong teamwork abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
General Production Labor
Kraft Heinz
03.2026 - Current
- Operated hydraulic dumpers to ensure cheese packets were properly inserted into Mac and Cheese boxes.
- Operated forklifts to transport 700ib containers of cheese within warehouse, ensuring safe and efficient movement.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment, identifying maintenance needs to promote operational efficiency.
- Assisted in training new operators on best practices for forklift operation and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity during peak operations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Operated food processing machinery, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Received commendations for maintaining consistently high standards in floor cleanliness and appearance.
Operations Supervisor
FedEX Ground
06.2025 - 03.2026
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient package processing and timely deliveries. Average flow ~5000-7000 packages per hour.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency within the sorting facility.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, safety standards, and local laws during daily operations.
- Conducted regular safety audits to uphold compliance with company standards and regulations.
- Resolved operational issues promptly, maintaining service quality during peak periods.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
Package Handler
FedEX Ground
06.2018 - 03.2025
- Operated automated sorting equipment to streamline package processing. ~1000 packages per hour.
- Maintained safety protocols while handling packages in high-volume environment.
- Inspected packages for damage, ensuring quality control before dispatch.
- Optimized loading techniques to maximize efficiency in truck space utilization.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
Integrated Cooperative Education Intern
WPXN Radio
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Curated engaging content for daily radio shows, enhancing listener retention and interaction.
- Collaborated with production team to develop innovative programming strategies, improving overall show quality.
- Established partnerships with local businesses for promotional segments, amplifying community presence on air.
- Engaged listeners through social media platforms to increase station visibility.
- Produced creative radio segments focused on music, current events and lifestyle topics.
- Recorded and edited high-quality interviews and audio clips for broadcast, including Illinois basketball player Dee Brown.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances during live broadcasts, demonstrating professionalism and poise under pressure.
- Found, researched, fact-checked and wrote scripts for relevant topics in local news.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School
Paxton, IL06.2016
Skills
- Hand-eye coordination
- Punctual and reliable
- Forklift operation
- Pallet jacks
- Machine setup and shutdown
- Packaging and labeling
- Palletizing
- Computer skills
- Record keeping
- Heavy lifting
- Safety compliance
Timeline
General Production Labor
Kraft Heinz
03.2026 - Current
Operations Supervisor
FedEX Ground
06.2025 - 03.2026
Package Handler
FedEX Ground
06.2018 - 03.2025
Integrated Cooperative Education Intern
WPXN Radio
08.2015 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School