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Michael Jackson

Bellwood,IL

Summary

Resourceful and customer-focused Transportation Specialist with over [20] years of logistics experience, building client relations, managing data, coordinating logistics and spearheading distribution and working with the public as one understanding there right now needs for resolution. Results-oriented employee with experience driving multiple trucks, including 18-wheelers, straight trucks, flatbeds and any vehicle with knowledge of its operation mechanics. Organized with professional experienced in coordinating workflow and delegating tasks. Working well with upper management to resolve issues and advocates for employee needs. Promoting workplace safety through stringent enforcement of all federal agency and OSHA requirements. Proficient Transportation Specialist adept at overseeing daily transportations with demonstrated success in achieving targets and delivering efficient, accurate service. I display good planner and brain storming insight with excellent conflict resolution and prioritization skills. I am seeking a permanent position with room for growth. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level [Transportation Director] position to help launch career while achieving company goals. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. As a "Diligent College Student" focusing in the area of Political Science and dedication to prompt project completion and continual adaptation, I am looking to provide the best service to my team and the customers. Team-oriented collaborator with reliability and focus on equitable task distribution through group projects and motivation to accomplish mutually held goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Movement Coordinator

MKM Holdings
Bellwood, Illinois
10.2020 - Current
  • Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
  • Inspected equipment for wear, specifications adherence and issues.
  • Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
  • Organized transportation schedules, routes and personnel to ensure efficient movement of goods.
  • Monitored performance and reliability of vehicles to ensure safe transit of goods in a timely manner.
  • Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
  • Analyzed data from multiple sources such as load reports, bills of lading and manifests to optimize transportation costs.
  • Arranged for storage services when necessary due to capacity constraints at warehouses or ports of entry.
  • Created and sent price quotes to potential customers.
  • Organized delivery schedules and provided customers with timely updates.

Transportation Specialist

U.S. Postal Service, USPS
Bedford Park, Illinois
12.2016 - 10.2021
  • Directed daily transportation of [Type] cargo.
  • Reviewed freight bills for accuracy prior to payment processing in order to identify any discrepancies.
  • Processed paperwork required by various government agencies including customs clearance documents.
  • Identified operational problems that impacted timely deliveries or increased costs and proposed solutions accordingly.
  • Communicated regularly with customers regarding changes in routes or estimated delivery times.
  • Organized delivery schedules and provided customers with timely updates.
  • Verified proper load balancing for transportation safety and transport regulatory guidance.

Coordinator, Public Relations /Sector

City of Chicago, Dept. of Transportation
Chicago, Illinois
05.1999 - 12.2016
  • Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
  • Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
  • Inspected equipment for wear, specifications adherence and issues.
  • Assessed job sites to determine work needed.
  • Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
  • Scheduled preventive maintenance activities according to manufacturer recommendations for fleet vehicles.
  • Provided training sessions for staff members on various aspects related to transporting goods safely.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
06-2024

Associate of Arts - Criminalistics And Criminal Science

City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL
05-2021

Skills

  • Road Safety
  • Inspecting Vehicles
  • Handheld Scanners
  • Dispatching Procedures
  • DOT Compliance
  • Safety Procedures
  • Performance Assessment
  • Assignment Delegation

Affiliations

  • Community Service activities in various religious organizations.
  • Member of: Rock of Ages Baptist Church
  • Feeding the homeless and also the elderly living in senior settings

Timeline

Transportation Movement Coordinator

MKM Holdings
10.2020 - Current

Transportation Specialist

U.S. Postal Service, USPS
12.2016 - 10.2021

Coordinator, Public Relations /Sector

City of Chicago, Dept. of Transportation
05.1999 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Northeastern Illinois University

Associate of Arts - Criminalistics And Criminal Science

City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Michael Jackson