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Brian Cochran

Statesville,NC

Summary

Seasoned Safety professional versed in creating and promoting company cultures focused on safety. Develops and implements action plans, monitors OSHA compliance and optimizes programs to simplify processes, improve oversight and minimize incidents.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Safety

Queen Transportation
11.2020 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw safety for 75 drivers. Maintained all DOT compliance . This included hiring, monitoring hours of service and all claims from accidents on road
  • Maintained all files along with holding Safety meetings on a regular basis
  • Trained all drivers during the orientation process
  • Installed new Elog system and cameras inside of tractors
  • Reduced CSA scores through proper training and behavior modifications
  • Handled all workers comp claims from filing correct forms to mediation for claim to be resolved.

Director of Safety/ HR

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc.
06.2004 - 11.2020
  • Helped to build culture of safety focused on reducing incidents and eliminating hazards.
  • Instrumental in merging 4 trucking companies Sunbelt acquired through acquisitions into Sunbelts operations .
  • Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines..
  • Conducted safety training and education to to all drivers and 4 terminals
  • Installed new elog system and cameras for over 320 drivers. Trained all drivers in use and being in compliance
  • Used benchmarks like units built per injury and contract amounts per injury to assess program success.

Operations Manager

Garden Ridge Distribution
04.2000 - 08.2004
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency. Installed new WMS system for two DC's, Statesville and Dallas, TX
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.

Education

No Degree - Accounting

Concord University
Athens, WV

Skills

  • Level headed for managing employees and retaining employees
  • Excellent people skills
  • Well versed in all compliance for all DOT regulations
  • Previous PHR certification from CVCC college
  • Very knowledgeable in all workers comp regulation and OSHA standards

Timeline

Director of Safety

Queen Transportation
11.2020 - 08.2023

Director of Safety/ HR

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc.
06.2004 - 11.2020

Operations Manager

Garden Ridge Distribution
04.2000 - 08.2004

No Degree - Accounting

Concord University

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