Pamela Cobb
Regional Safety Professional
Hollywood,FL
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in formulating innovative solutions and developing cost-effective strategies to enhance organizational growth. Demonstrates adaptability and a quick-learning ability, thriving in dynamic environments. Core competencies include problem-solving, strategic planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. Committed to leveraging skills for impactful contributions in challenging roles.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
1
1
Class A CDL
Work History
Regional EHS Transportation Safety Manager
Syncreon North America
Remote, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Oversaw and managed regional transportation safety compliance program.
- Responsible for leading best practices, corporate training, leading in self-hazard, risk assessments, incident investigations, CSA scores, safety, and compliance goals for the regional territory data centers, fleet, warehouses, ISO compliance, and implementing safety procedures.
- Proactively manage internal DOT, OSHA, SPCC, Qlik Data, B2B, KPI, NFPA, and FMCA.
- Compliance processes, emergency response, and external audits, thereby eliminating any failures to comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Ensure the proper execution and documentation of remedial training, as dictated by company policy or as assigned.
- Ensured rapid resolution for emergencies in the EHS and transportation sectors.
- Implementation of HOS data management through the use of ELD and BLR safety software.
- Implemented safety bonus program while managing LOTO rules, Tier II reporting, Internal Audits, Air sampling procedures, and Risk Assessments.
- Negotiate company contracts with union and nonunion associates, work rules, and ISO audits.
- Document findings from inspections in formal analysis reports.
- Facilitates learning initiatives focused on operational procedures, hazard mitigation, and regulatory standards.
- Ensured alignment with workplace safety regulations.
- Maintains records of discharge or employee exposure to hazardous waste and/or pollutants, as required.
- Perform inspections, collect samples, and analyze data; work with facility personnel to achieve goals for reduction in water usage, industrial process wastes, and reducing our environmental footprint.
- Investigate environmental incidents and near misses to determine the root cause and provide corrective actions that eliminate repeat occurrences.
- Administered the budget for the EHS department, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
- Collaborated with technical staff to streamline production processes.
- Applied lean strategies to implement operational enhancements, promote efficiency and cut costs.
Safety Operations Manager
Airgas USA
Miami, FL
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Monitor inventory management relevant to CO2, nitrogen, oxygen, and other related gases.
- Demand planning, all relevant documentation, fleet management of purchased and leased equipment, fuel consumption records, Track and Trace, Field Ops, CSA scores, and IFTA compliance.
- OSHA, NFPA, DOT, FMCA, Facility Maintenance B2B, Compliance, and Corporate Trainer.
- Crafted strategic messaging plans focused on health crises management, disaster preparedness, and mobility solutions.
- Managed incident investigations through corrective actions and coordinated emergency operations.
- Built working relationships with vendors, networked with key figures to form strategic partnerships, and maintained strong safety relationships.
- Rapidly trained managers based on insights from a notable incident review.
- Supporting the ERT organization: ensuring the readiness of functions, including planning, maintenance routines, final mile delivery education, and exercise routines.
- Oversaw financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
Safety Manager
C&S Wholesale
Miami, FL
10.2015 - 08.2019
- Expertly manage all onsite safety processes, driver drive cams, KPIs, EHS management, vendor management, and customer safety protocols.
- Update all relevant documentation, vehicle inspection records, fuel consumption records, and Qlik safety metrics.
- Update procedures in the Brady 360 system.
- Strategically planned and managed, emergency evacuation plans, warehouse updates, waste profiles, and help oversee hazardous waste management and disposal in accordance with all regulatory requirements, transportation, ergonomics, workers' compensation, and customer services.
- Ensure safe and proper operations of tractor trailers, and facility maintenance.
- Manage the safety program budget and resources, and maintain knowledge of industry best practices and EHS trends.
- Monitor and track safety performance, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective action plans.
- LMS training includes Environmental Regulatory Compliance, CPR, MHE safety, and HVAC system compliance.
- Investigated accidents to identify causes and prevent future incidences.
- Created reports on health and safety metrics such as accident rates, lost time days.
- Investigated adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment or lighting potentially affecting employee health and performance.
Safety/Logistics Manager
Quality Logistics LLC
Miami, FL
01.2010 - 11.2015
- Expertly manage all onsite aspects of logistics, supply chain, demand planning, KPIs, and customer delivery (fill-rated) operations.
- Update all relevant documentation, and collaborate with Facilities Management and business partners to achieve and maintain facilities and site activities that are compliant with local regulations.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies through vendor management and precise documentation.
- Demonstrated exemplary performance, which resulted in a promotion from driver to manager of operations and safety.
- Integrate revenue, expense analysis, warehouse safety, OSHA response, forecast, route optimization, and variance reports in conjunction with presentations.
- Ensure safe routing, and proper operations of tractor trailers, and facility maintenance.
- Administer equipment inspection, company policies implementation, new guidelines initiation, and employee recognition.
- Delivered comprehensive training on distribution procedures and methods.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Investigated claims of damaged cargo or lost shipments in order to determine cause and remedy.
- Negotiated with carriers and warehouse operators for services and preferential rates.
Education
Bachelor’s degree - Aerospace And Airport Operations Management
Everglades University
Boca Raton, FL04-2018
Skills
- Environmental management
- Hazardous Chemical Storage
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Telematics
- Incident Investigations
- Six Sigma
- OSHA 10
- Project Management
- Hazard Analysis
- Nintex
- Snowflake
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Standard/Procedure Compliance
- ISO 14001
- Accident investigation
- Safety management
- Industrial hygiene
- Machine guarding
Affiliations
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
Certification
- Certified Corporate Trainer
- OSHA 10
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Timeline
Regional EHS Transportation Safety Manager
Syncreon North America
07.2021 - Current
Safety Operations Manager
Airgas USA
08.2019 - 08.2021
Safety Manager
C&S Wholesale
10.2015 - 08.2019
Safety/Logistics Manager
Quality Logistics LLC
01.2010 - 11.2015
Bachelor’s degree - Aerospace And Airport Operations Management
Everglades University
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