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Keenan Cambre

Laplace

Summary

Dependable driven professional with extensive experience in multiple fields such as carpentry, HVAC, warehouse operations, and agricultural inspections. Skilled in critical thinking and decision-making, effectively maintaining compliance and optimizing quality processes to support organizational success.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Agriculture Commodity Grader

USDA
Destrehan, LA
02.2021 - Current

Achieveing high standards in delivering accurate and timely inspection and weighing services for agricultural commodities to a wide range of customers including farmers, processors, exporters, and international buyers. Maximizing marketing potential of U.S. grain by determining quality and quantity of grain and related commodities. Secured compliance with FGIS laws and regulations, enhancing the integrity of the inspection process.

Agriculture Grain Technician

USDA
Destrehan, LA
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Operated and maintained laboratory equipment to ensure compliance with USDA standards.
  • Conducted inspections and assessments of agricultural products for quality assurance.
  • Monitored grain and commodity collection by mechanical samplers during export loading operations. Assisted in applying inspection and weighing procedures to properly separate & maintain the integrity of subsamples, components, and finished sublots for inspection.
  • Calculated proportional combination weights for single sublots sampled across various systems. Assisted in sampling processes utilizing probing tier equipment, including Ellis-Cup, Pelican, and inbound diverter types to analyze railcars, barges, trucks, etc.
  • Preparation of samples for inspection and implemented sample retention procedures by segmenting bulk samples of grain, rice, pulses, or related commodities into designated work and retention samples. Established and maintained a systematic sample retention database to facilitate reinspection appeals and (BAR) board appeal inspections.
  • Obtained work portions of specified weight of grain, rice, pulses or related commodities for inspection, and processes industry requests for submitted samples and related inspection activities. Provide Quality Claims and Analyses to Facilitate Agricultural Marketing.

Warehouse Lead

Mattress Firm
New Orleans, LA
03.2017 - 02.2020
  • Supervised daily warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and efficiency standards.
  • Trained and mentored team members on proper material handling and equipment usage.
  • Coordinated shipping and receiving activities, enhancing order accuracy and timeliness.
  • Performed inventory checks in warehouse and organized products for efficient stacking. Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with various products and placed items in designated sections.

Contract Labor

Kendrick Construction
Reserve, LA
05.2009 - 02.2020
  • Performed essential carpentry tasks to enhance functionality and aesthetics of commercial and residential properties.
  • Coordinated installation processes for doors, flooring, painting, molding, and fencing to ensure precise execution of construction plans.
  • Contributed to project success by enabling craft workers, including carpenters, plasterers, and masons, to perform effectively.
  • Executed caulking application techniques to safeguard structures against moisture and air exposure.
  • Exhibited strong personal responsibility to drive individual and team success.
  • Ensured safe and effective work practices to support team productivity in dynamic settings.

Vehicle Service Agent

Hertz Car Rental
New Orleans, LA
03.2010 - 05.2016
  • Trained new team members on operational procedures and customer service protocols to enhance performance.
  • Oversaw comprehensive cleaning of service vehicles, ensuring immaculate interior and exterior conditions.
  • Achieved optimal vehicle performance through meticulous maintenance checks on tire pressure, fuel, and fluid levels.
  • Contributed to safety by executing thorough inspections of brakes and lighting systems. Enhanced customer safety by proactively addressing potential hazards in vehicle operations.
  • Maintained operational efficiency of air conditioning and heating systems. Reported unsafe conditions or damages on vehicles to management.
  • Facilitated vehicle relocation to ensure timely delivery and operational efficiency.
  • Provided support to other departments as needed such as administrative duties or customer service inquiries.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Augustine High School
New Orleans
04-2009

Skills

  • Carpentry & HVAC
  • Agriculture Sampling & Grading
  • Excellent Multitasking Abilities
  • Critical Thinker
  • Computer & Organizational Skills
  • USDA Classifications
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Forklift Operator
  • Enabler

Certification

  • OSHA Certified
  • TWIC Certified
  • Forklift Operator Certified
  • Agriculture Commodity Grader: License (YC) Yellow Corn
  • Agriculture Commodity Grader: License (YSB) Yellow Soybeans
  • Agriculture Commodity Grader: License (NSW) Northern Spring Wheat
  • Agriculture Commodity Grader: License (SRW) Soft Red Winter Wheat
  • Agriculture Commodity Grader: License (HRW) Hard Red Winter Wheat.

Timeline

Agriculture Commodity Grader

USDA
02.2021 - Current

Agriculture Grain Technician

USDA
02.2020 - 02.2021

Warehouse Lead

Mattress Firm
03.2017 - 02.2020

Vehicle Service Agent

Hertz Car Rental
03.2010 - 05.2016

Contract Labor

Kendrick Construction
05.2009 - 02.2020

High School Diploma -

St. Augustine High School
Keenan Cambre