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Shawn Cobb

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. I am a recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Loader

Fresh Point
Pompano Beach, FL
11.2022 - 07.2024
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to move merchandise around the freezer safely and efficiently.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on all equipment used for loading and unloading operations.
  • Stacked boxes, crates, containers, and other materials on pallets, shelves, or racks in an orderly manner according to company standards.
  • Communicated effectively with drivers regarding any discrepancies between shipment documents and actual load.
  • Provided assistance to co-workers when needed throughout the day including but not limited to lifting heavy objects and packing boxes.
  • Applied shrink wrap to pallets, securing product for storage and shipment.
  • Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
  • Verified accuracy of shipments against invoices or orders.
  • Inspected merchandise for damages prior to loading onto trucks.
  • Ensured all items were securely fastened in the truck bed or trailer to prevent damage during transport.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks, forklifts, and other equipment.
  • Ensure proper operation of dock doors, plates, lights, and locks. Report repair or service needs to supervisor to avoid damage or an unsafe condition.
  • Work effectively with immediate supervisor to minimize warehouse shrinkage and damage (product loss).
  • Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas and travel aisles, and the accuracy of warehouse locations.
  • Report any unfixable/unsafe issues immediately to supervisor.
  • Observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate accidents and injuries.
  • Observe proper lifting techniques and physical work practices in accordance with established PWMs.
  • Ensure that MHE is maintained (perform daily inspection) and clean; report repair or service needs to supervisor to minimize equipment damage and downtime.
  • Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies (i.e. Attendance, Code of Business Conduct & Ethics, Associate Handbook, etc.
  • Comply with all applicable State and Federal laws, regulations, and policies (i.e. OSHA (Occupational Health and Safety Administration), HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), etc.
  • Supports food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and prerequisite food safety control programs that meet legal and quality requirements, and industry best practices as defined in our Food Safety Commitment documentation.
  • Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.

Master Merchandiser

Driveline Retail Merchandising Inc.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
10.2016 - 10.2018
  • Traveled state to state, opening new retail stores (Walgreens, Dollar General, etc.).
  • Built runs/aisles from blueprints and store map layouts.
  • Set planograms for store products.
  • Lead small teams to fulfill set tasks.
  • Maintained customer support during business hours, as necessary.
  • Organized product displays in store shelves, counters, or tables to attract customers.
  • Assisted with inventory control procedures by monitoring stock levels, ordering new items, and restocking shelves as needed.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to ensure that all promotional activities were executed accurately according to plan.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures relating to merchandise display standards.

Project Team Specialist

BestBuy Stores L.P.
Fort Lauderdale
11.2013 - 10.2016
  • Designated to build store layouts via blueprints, dismantle stores for shutdown, and perform store modifications.
  • Installed alarms and security devices for high-end products and newly released technology.
  • Rotated new model televisions in place of outdated models via wall mount installation.
  • Installed software on display computers, vendor provided endcaps, and displays.
  • Worked in-store during the holiday season to assist store employees with customer support.
  • Traveled state to state, including Puerto Rico, performing tasks nationwide.
  • Provided technical support to ensure successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
  • Coordinated with vendors to source required materials for the completion of projects.
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions among team members regarding their experiences working on particular projects.

Auction Personnel/ Lane Captain

EmpHire Staffing Solutions
Sunrise, FL
06.2013 - 11.2013
  • In charge of displaying, parking, and maintaining high-end luxury vehicles.
  • Labeled vehicles for correct section to correspond with display runs.
  • Drove sold vehicles to additional parking facilities for buyer pick-up.
  • Lane captain during auction days, to direct other drivers to prevent accidents and keep auction flow running smoothly.
  • Inspected vehicles to ensure they are safe and operational before driving them in an auction area.
  • Moved cars from the receiving area to the auction block, as well as between blocks during auctions.
  • Organized parking lots to maximize space efficiency while ensuring quick access to desired vehicles.
  • Adhered strictly to local traffic laws while driving vehicles on public roads during deliveries or pickups.

Parks and Recreation Worker

City of Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Department
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02.2012 - 12.2012
  • Performed maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, pruning trees and shrubs, watering plants, raking leaves, picking up litter.
  • Provided oversight of the parks to ensure safety regulations were being followed.
  • Inspected grounds daily to identify potential hazards or damages caused by weather or vandalism.
  • Assisted with set-up and tear down of equipment needed for recreational programs hosted in parks.
  • Oversaw design, construction and upkeep of recreation facilities and areas.

Education

CDL Class A - Commercial Vehicle Driving

Sheridan Technical College (West)
Pembroke Pines, FL
09-2024

Forklift Certification - OSHA Certified Forklift Training

A & A Forklift Services
Hollywood, FL
03-2023

Web Development - Webmaster And Web Management

William T. McFatter Technical College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
06-2019

GED -

Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FL
07-2009

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Paperwork management
  • OSHA Standards
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Machinery Operations
  • Truck loading
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Route planning expertise
  • Problem-solving capabilities
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Equipment Operation
  • Load security
  • Lift up to 50 pounds
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Customer-Oriented
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Air Brake Certification
  • Courteous and polite demeanor

Affiliations

  • I recently received my blue belt in Jujitsu. This martial arts style really assists in developing discipline, resilience and a hard work ethic.

Certification

  • Air Brakes Certification
  • Class A Commercial Driving License
  • Web Development Certification
  • Forklift Certification

References

  • Gordon (Classmate) 929-866-9480
  • Kevin (Classmate) 603-275-1420
  • Edson Lestin (954) 494 -1302

Timeline

Loader

Fresh Point
11.2022 - 07.2024

Master Merchandiser

Driveline Retail Merchandising Inc.
10.2016 - 10.2018

Project Team Specialist

BestBuy Stores L.P.
11.2013 - 10.2016

Auction Personnel/ Lane Captain

EmpHire Staffing Solutions
06.2013 - 11.2013

Parks and Recreation Worker

City of Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Department
02.2012 - 12.2012

CDL Class A - Commercial Vehicle Driving

Sheridan Technical College (West)

Forklift Certification - OSHA Certified Forklift Training

A & A Forklift Services

Web Development - Webmaster And Web Management

William T. McFatter Technical College

GED -

Sheridan Technical College

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