Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Jessie Jirdon

Godfrey,IL

Summary

Dynamic Forklift Trainer at Customized Distribution Services, skilled in new hire training and coaching. Enhanced staff development through tailored mentoring and interactive workshops, significantly boosting productivity. Proven ability to assess training effectiveness and foster teamwork, while ensuring a safe work environment and maintaining quality standards.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Trainer

Customized Distribution Services (CDS)
04.2017 - Current
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
  • Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content.
  • Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
  • Facilitated team-building exercises to foster collaboration between department members.
  • Contributed to the retention of top talent by providing employees with the resources and support necessary to excel in their roles.
  • Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
  • Identified workers with specific skill sets to recommend for promotions or raises, increasing internal hiring Number%.

Operator

Customized Distribution Services (CDS)
04.2017 - Current
  • Demonstrated adaptability while operating different machinery types.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.

Education

Alton High School
Alton, IL
06.1997

Skills

  • New hire training
  • Planning and coordination
  • Public speaking
  • Creative problem solving
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Train-the-trainer
  • Student engagement
  • Remote learning
  • Training material updates
  • Assessment techniques
  • Course materials and supplies
  • Course development
  • Decision-making
  • Coaching and development
  • Critical thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Quality assurance
  • Classroom experience
  • Orientation and onboarding
  • Group instruction
  • Employee interviewing
  • Lectures and discussions

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Consistently determined load weight to within Number pounds.
  • Trained Number new employees on proper forklift operation and safety.
  • Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
  • Became lead operator.
  • Became forklift operator and department trainer.
  • Lead orientation classes up to 10 employees

Timeline

Forklift Trainer

Customized Distribution Services (CDS)
04.2017 - Current

Operator

Customized Distribution Services (CDS)
04.2017 - Current

Alton High School
Jessie Jirdon