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Tyrese Jones

Tyrese Jones

Bolingbrook,IL

Summary

My name is Tyrese Jones, and I am a motivated professional from Chicago, Illinois. Raised by two hardworking and dedicated parents, I developed a strong work ethic at an early age. My professional journey began in high school when I worked as a freelance graphic designer. This experience allowed me to collaborate with a diverse range of individuals, including children, adults, and seniors. In college, I transitioned into a motivated and hardworking logistics professional with several years of experience as a forklift operator, team lead, and trainer. Qualified to operate multiple classes of forklifts and experienced with a variety of heavy machinery. Known for strong leadership, problem-solving, integrity, and the ability to build positive working relationships. Eager to bring my experience, work ethic, and hands-on knowledge to a company where I can take on greater responsibility, contribute to daily operations, and grow into a higher-level leadership role.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead CSR / Team Trainer

Vertical Cold Storage
12.2024 - Current
  • Led team to enhance customer satisfaction through effective problem resolution strategies.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements that reduced response times for customer inquiries.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and quality standards in service delivery.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication channels between departments and customers.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback aimed at facilitating professional growth opportunities within the organization.
  • Trained new hires on company policies and procedures, ensuring consistent quality of service delivery.
  • Trained and mentored new customer service representatives, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.

Cold Storage Forklift Operator

Lineage Logistics LLC
07.2022 - 04.2024
  • Assisted in unloading containers of frozen food items into the cold storage warehouse.
  • Provided assistance with training new employees on how to properly operate a forklift in a cold storage environment.
  • Accurately filled out paperwork related to shipment activities including bills of lading, invoices, delivery manifests.
  • Utilized RF scanner to accurately scan barcodes and enter data into computer system for tracking purposes.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with product from cold storage area.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.

Order Picker/Forklift Operator

IKEA
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Recorded accurate data on daily picking reports, including number of items picked, location in warehouse and any discrepancies found during inspection process.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, pallet jacks or order pickers safely to move merchandise throughout the facility.
  • Maintained flexibility to rotate through different picking zones as required by management.
  • Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
  • Utilized RF scanner to accurately locate and pick various products from warehouse shelves.

Freight Team Associate

Home Depot
07.2019 - 11.2020
  • Utilized hand truck to transport large quantities of merchandise between departments or areas within the store.
  • Received and stocked merchandise in a timely manner.
  • Helped unpack shipments, check contents against invoices, sort boxes into stacks for stocking purposes.
  • Organized shelves, racks and bins to ensure product availability.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Engineering

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL

High School -

Kenwood Academy
Chicago, IL
06-2018

Skills

  • Shipping and receiving
  • Computer skills
  • Loading and unloading
  • Material Handling
  • Account management
  • Willingness to lead
  • Team training and leadership
  • Team member training
  • Call management
  • Work prioritization
  • Problem resolution
  • Account updates
  • Data management
  • Warehousing functions
  • Data evaluation

Accomplishments

  • Illinois Institute of Technology, PRETRANS Engineering Program, Learning the basics of engineering., Computing, Civil, and Transportation Engineering.
  • Kenwood Academy, One of the Most Improved Freshman Students, 02/01/15
  • National Art Society (NAS), 09/01/17

Timeline

Lead CSR / Team Trainer

Vertical Cold Storage
12.2024 - Current

Cold Storage Forklift Operator

Lineage Logistics LLC
07.2022 - 04.2024

Order Picker/Forklift Operator

IKEA
06.2021 - 02.2022

Freight Team Associate

Home Depot
07.2019 - 11.2020

High School -

Kenwood Academy

Some College (No Degree) - Engineering

Northern Illinois University
Tyrese Jones