1. Raymond Jacobson
5528 Sonoma Dr. Pleasanton, CA 94566
925.278.8655 rcjacobson@live.com
A proven transportation and logistics leader
25 years of experience in the transportation industry
Combined experience in operations and safety/regulatory training
Passion for making policy and procedures relevant to front-line employees
Capable of balancing operational needs and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Head safety and aviation security program at LSG Sky Chefs. Responsible for initial and recurrent
training for a team of 75 drivers, flight coordinators, and dispatchers. Ensure corporate security
initiatives are implemented and maintained. Conduct TSA security training for 400 employees at CSC,
and perform daily security audits. Conduct, coordinate, and track all DOT and OSHA training for 400
employees at CSC. Lead safety committee meetings and coordinate all accident and injury
investigations.Act as liaison for all 15 accounts serviced at CSC and ensure compliance with all
customers’ standard operating procedures.
Supervised a team of 140 drivers, routers,and dispatchers at Durham School Services. Responsible for
selection, termination, performance appraisal and employee development. Conducted accident
investigations. Spearheaded Field Trip and Charters program. Partnered with teachers, administrators,
and program specialists in 5 schooldistricts to facilitate the transportation of special-needs students.
Supervised FedEx cargo load teams, planned aircraft loads, and calculated aircraft weight and balance.
Trained over 1000 FedEx employees in Oakland and Memphis in aircraft safety,cargo loader
operation, load planning, leadership, and weight and balance. Developed certification process for
FedEx Memphis training assistantsthat cut training wait-time 50%. Designed streamlined new hire
orientation for FedEx Oakland that saved $6K/month in hourly wages. Co-developed on-the-job safety
training plan for FedEx Memphis forklift operators. Authored FedEx Ramp Agent handbookthat
assimilated FAA regulations and corporate policies into a one-stop reference.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
LSG Sky Chefs Security and Safety Manager 2011-Present
Durham School Services Operations Supervisor 2010-2011
FedEx Express 1991-2009
Senior Instructor 2003-2009
Operations Supervisor 1994-2003
Equipment Operator 1991-1994
EDUCATION
St. Mary’s College Masters of Fine Arts
Cumulative GPA of 3.96
CSU East Bay Bachelor of Arts
Graduated Summa Cum Laude