Bobby Brent Cox
Bono
Summary
Dynamic Safety Director with a proven track record at Rusken Packaging, Inc., leading teams to achieve 866 days without incidents. Expert in OSHA compliance and safety program development, I excel in risk assessment and fostering a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory adherence while enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Director & Project Manager
Rusken Packaging, Inc.
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented Safety Program
- Ensured safety and security for facility, minimizing risks and enhancing compliance
- Led team to a record breaking 866 days safe
- Managed forklift training programs and ensured compliance with safety regulations
- Write and implement policies and procedures
- Conducted routine safety audits to identify hazards and improve workplace safety
- Develop and implement safety training
- Oversee all worker's compensation claims
- Manage all OSHA records and compliance
- Investigate all accidents
- Facilitate safety team meetings
- Liaised between government agencies and private contractors to facilitate safety compliance and regulatory adherence
- Conduct and support internal and external audit processes
- Implement and maintain LOTO program
- Manage and oversee all internal expansion projects in accordance with EPA regulations
- Monitored compliance with DOT regulations to ensure safe operations
Operator
KEG Construction
Bono
01.2020 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to ensure efficient project execution.
- Conducted site inspections to maintain safety and compliance standards.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Assisted in the setup and dismantling of construction equipment on-site.
- Managed job sites to ensure efficient operations and enhance team collaboration.
- Collaborated with team members to improve daily operations and optimize workflow.
- Monitored material inventory levels to enable timely project execution.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project needs and updates.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Worked independently on tasks while collaborating with teams to achieve project goals.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Assistant Manager
Sam's Club
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Manage 40 plus employees
- Ensure safety, security and compliance for the club
- Oversaw asset protection strategies to safeguard club resources and minimize loss
- Oversaw forklift training and compliance to enhance operational safety standards
- Maintained Hazwaste program to ensure regulatory compliance and environmental safety
- Ensured seamless delivery of membership services to enhance member satisfaction.
Jail Administrator
Greene County Sheriff's Department
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Oversee the care, safety, and security of 350 inmates
- Managed 50 employees to ensure effective operations and staff performance
- Develop and disperse a 4.2-million-dollar budget
- Secured a contract with the U.S. Marshall's for housing federal inmates bringing in approx. 3.8 million dollars per year
- Created and maintained county's Work Release Program to support inmate rehabilitation and reduce recidivism
- Wrote and awarded $45,000 Preparedness Grant
- Ensured public safety through law enforcement and K9 handling
- Facilitated information sharing between agency and public to enhance community relations and transparency
Independent Contractor / Sales
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Performed risk assessments
- Created and delivered safety courses
- Developed policies and procedures for safety and security measures
- Led leadership workshops and mentoring programs for large scale industries
- Instructor for FEMA's Center for Domestic Preparedness
- Lead Field Accessor for Pilot Disaster Response supervising teams of 30 plus accessors to disaster locations throughout the United States
Director of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management Academic Department
Arkansas State University
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Developed and managed department budget to align resources with strategic goals
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation for program to enhance educational outcomes
- Supervised team of 10 employees to foster collaboration and achieve departmental objectives
Assistant Professor
Arkansas State University
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Led curriculum development for associates and bachelor's degrees, enhancing educational alignment with industry standards
- Instructed Basic and Advanced National Disaster Life Support courses
- Coordinated the FARMEDIC program for the State of Arkansas, delivering critical training in emergency medical response
- Delivered engaging lessons to facilitate student learning.
- Counseled students on course selection and career planning.
- Secured a $90,000 contract through the Arkansas Department of Health
- Secured a $20,000 contract from the Arkansas Trauma and Research Foundation
- Secured a $3500 contract with Epoxyn Products Corporation
Director of Security & Emergency Management
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Develop, implement, and maintain security, safety and emergency preparedness programs, policies, and procedures
- Secured safety and security for patients, visitors, and employees through proactive risk assessments and response planning.
- Coordinated with AMMC and outside emergency agencies to streamline emergency response efforts and improve collaboration.
- Delivered ongoing education on legal requirements to ensure compliance and enhance safety protocols.
Education
Doctor of Management - Homeland Security
Colorado Technical University
01-2015
Master of Science - Emergency Management & Homeland Security
Arkansas Technical University
01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Administration Management
Arkansas Technical University
01-2010
Associate of Science - General Education
Black River Technical College
01-2009
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Black River Technical College
01-2001
Skills
- OSHA compliance
- Safety auditing
- Safety program implementation
- Safety policy implementation
- Safety program development
- Risk assessment
- Accident investigation
- Incident investigation
- Incident management
- Accident documentation
- Accident prevention
- Environmental management
- Environmental monitoring
- Workplace inspections
- Safety program assessments
- Safety training
- Training facilitation
- Staff training
- Safety training design
- Emergency action planning
- Hazard identification
- Hazard assessment
- Excavation safety
- Fall protection
- Machine guarding
- Lockout/tagout
- Confined space entry
- Personal protective equipment
- Industrial hygiene
- Safety culture development
- Safety systems management
- Regulatory compliance
- Policy writing
- Budget development
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Report writing skills
- Site auditing
- Program reviews
- Safety risk assessment
- Safety auditing
- Heavy machinery operation
- Safety training design
Volunteer Experience
- Greene County Rescue Squad, Member, 01/01/11, 01/01/24, Wrote and awarded the Arkansas Rural Development Grant for $30,000, Wrote and awarded the Arkansas Rural Development Grant for $75,000, Public Information Officer
- Greene County Sheriff's Department, Reserve Deputy, 01/01/11, 01/01/22, Work school traffic for local school district, Patrol Deputy
Publications
- Cox, B., 2016, Hospital Decontamination: What Nurses Need to Know, Nursing Clinics of North America
- Cox, B., 2014, Disaster Camp: Adolescent Hazardous Material Awareness and Training, Abstract Book. International Preparedness & Response to Emergencies & Disasters III. Tel Aviv, Israel
- Cox, B., 2014, School Crisis Teams: Utilizing Students in Preparedness and Response Activities, Abstract Book. International Preparedness & Response to Emergencies & Disaster III. Tel Aviv, Israel
- Cox, B., 2014, Disaster Camp: An Exercise in Emergency Preparedness for 7th and 8th Graders, Abstract Book. International Preparedness & Response to Emergencies & Disasters III. Tel Aviv, Israel
Personal Information
Title: OSHA 30-hour General Industry Safety and Health, CPR, First Aid, AED Instructor, Internal Auditing Certification, Food Safety Manager, Powered Industrial Truck Instructor, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points Certification, Citizen Response to Active Shooter Events Instructor, Certified Law Enforcement Officer, Certified Law Enforcement Instructor, Arkansas Certified Emergency Manager, FEMA Instructor Training Certification, Hospital Emergency Response Train-the-Trainer, Master Level Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional, Advanced Disaster Life Support Instructor, Community Emergency Response Team Train-the-Trainer, Incident Command System Train-the-Trainer, Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation Train-the-Trainer
Timeline
Safety Director & Project Manager
Rusken Packaging, Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager
Sam's Club
01.2021 - 01.2022
Operator
KEG Construction
01.2020 - Current
Jail Administrator
Greene County Sheriff's Department
01.2019 - 01.2021
Independent Contractor / Sales
01.2017 - 01.2019
Director of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management Academic Department
Arkansas State University
01.2011 - 01.2017
Assistant Professor
Arkansas State University
01.2011 - 01.2017
Director of Security & Emergency Management
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2011
Doctor of Management - Homeland Security
Colorado Technical University
Master of Science - Emergency Management & Homeland Security
Arkansas Technical University
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Administration Management
Arkansas Technical University
Associate of Science - General Education
Black River Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Black River Technical College