PEDRO HERNANDEZ
Laredo
Summary
Facility Operations and Project Management leader with 12+ years of progressive experience overseeing large-scale facilities, distribution centers, transportation operations, maintenance programs, capital projects, and cross-functional teams within automotive manufacturing and logistics environments. Proven track record managing facility infrastructure, equipment renewals, contractor and vendor relationships, maintenance programs, safety compliance, and operational budgets. Experienced leading facility expansion projects, equipment installations, preventive maintenance initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts that improve reliability, reduce operating costs, and support long-term operational growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Mexico Cross Border Facility Operations
LANDSTAR TRANSPORTATION LOGISTICS
Laredo
2025.10 - Current
- Provide leadership and operational oversight for Landstar's Mexico Cross Border terminal operations, including facility infrastructure, security, yard operations, cross-dock operations, heavy equipment, trailer maintenance coordination, and contractor-managed services.
- Managed facility infrastructure comprising owned, leased, and third-party equipment, ensuring operational readiness, safety compliance, and asset reliability.
- Directed preventive and corrective maintenance for facility assets, material handling equipment, HVAC systems, and operational support equipment to maintain operational integrity.
- Manage facility improvement and capital investment projects, including yard expansion initiatives, infrastructure upgrades, equipment installations, and operational enhancements.
- Oversee vendor selection, contractor performance, service scope development, and third-party facility service providers.
- Partner with trailer maintenance leadership to improve fleet availability and reduce asset downtime.
- Lead OSHA safety, security, and CTPAT compliance programs while ensuring adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and monitor KPIs for facility operations, maintenance performance, safety, and equipment utilization.
- Led cross-functional teams of security personnel, inspectors, equipment operators, maintenance providers, and administrative staff to support facility operations.
- Support long-term facility planning and infrastructure improvements to accommodate operational growth.
Distribution Manager
YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA
Laredo
2018.10 - 2025.01
- Led all distribution center operations for a 366,000-square-foot automotive supply chain facility supporting North American manufacturing operations. Directed facility operations, maintenance programs, capital planning initiatives, cross-border logistics, and workforce management while ensuring operational efficiency, safety, compliance, and cost control.
- Managed annual operating and capital budgets for a 366,000-square-foot facility, achieving approximately 5% year-over-year cost savings through strategic financial planning and resource allocation.
- Managed third-party logistics providers and vendor relationships while improving service performance and delivery accuracy.
- Led the successful insourcing and startup of a cross-dock operation, developing operational processes and performance metrics.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders and external contractors to execute facility improvement projects, enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed and monitored operational KPIs, achieving over 99% inventory accuracy and consistent service performance.
- Implemented Lean methodologies including 5S, Kaizen, and Gemba initiatives, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced waste across facility operations.
- Implemented EDI/API automation solutions that reduced manual processing time by 30%.
- Directed preventive and corrective maintenance activities for facility equipment, building systems, and operational assets.
- Led IATF and ISO audit activities to maintain compliance with automotive industry standards.
- Partnered with HR to develop safety, compliance, and workforce development programs.
Operations Supervisor
EXPEDITORS INTERNATIONAL
Laredo
2014.03 - 2018.09
- Managed daily logistics and distribution operations within a high-volume cross-border supply chain environment, ensuring efficient freight movement, inventory control, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.
- Led day-to-day warehouse and logistics operations supporting domestic and international freight movement.
- Supervised cross-border transportation activities while coordinating with U.S. and Mexican customs brokers.
- Managed inventory control programs and warehouse audits, maintaining 98% inventory accuracy.
- Monitored operational expenses and P&L performance, identifying areas for efficiency improvement.
- Oversaw freight payment reconciliation activities, improving financial accuracy and vendor accountability.
- Collaborated with customers, sales teams, and account management groups to enhance service performance and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Developed operational reports and performance metrics that informed management decision-making.
Package Handler / Hazmat Specialist
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE (UPS)
Laredo
2012.09 - 2014.03
- Supported high-volume parcel and freight operations while ensuring compliance with hazardous materials regulations, safety standards, and service requirements.
- Key Accomplishments
- Ensured compliance with IATA requirements through effective management of hazardous materials processing and documentation.
- Executed high-volume freight and package operations, achieving consistent productivity and accuracy targets.
- Coordinated package routing and load planning to enhance on-time delivery performance.
- Maintained compliance with workplace safety procedures and operational standards.
- Trained new employees on package handling procedures, hazardous materials requirements, and safety practices.
Skills
- Facility Operations Management
- Facilities Maintenance
- HVAC Systems
- Mechanical Systems
- Asset Reliability
- Preventive Maintenance Programs
- Capital Project Management
- Construction Coordination
- Infrastructure Management
- Contractor & Vendor Management
- Vendor oversight
- Financial oversight & Cost Control
- Financial responsibility
- KPI management
- Operational Excellence
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean Operations
- Process Improvement Tools
- Facility Operations Reporting
- Supply Chain Automation
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Project leadership
- Team development
- Strategic planning
- Regulatory compliance
- OSHA Compliance
- CTPAT Compliance
- Microsoft Excel
- Power BI
- Data visualization
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Teams
- Team development
- Strategic planning
Accomplishments
- Facility Infrastructure & Expansion
- Leading planning and execution of facility expansion projects, including trailer yard improvements, parking lot development, traffic flow optimization, and infrastructure enhancements to support operational growth.
- Collaborate with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and operational readiness.
- Material Handling Equipment Modernization
- Managed procurement, implementation, and operational deployment of forklifts, paper roll clamps, and material handling equipment supporting terminal and cross-dock operations.
- Coordinated vendor installation, commissioning, operator training, and equipment integration into daily operations.
- Facility Maintenance & Asset Reliability
- Oversee maintenance activities for building infrastructure, HVAC systems, dock equipment, yard assets, security systems, trailers, and operational support equipment.
- Implement preventive maintenance strategies focused on improving equipment availability, reducing downtime, and controlling repair costs.
- Vendor & Contractor Management
- Manage relationships with maintenance providers, construction contractors, equipment suppliers, facility service companies, and third-party operational partners.
- Lead vendor selection, project oversight, service performance reviews, and contract compliance activities.
- Cost Control & Operational Improvement
- Managed annual operating and capital budgets supporting large-scale facility and distribution operations.
- Delivered consistent cost savings through process improvements, vendor negotiations, operational efficiency initiatives, and maintenance planning.
- Utilized KPIs and data-driven decision making to improve facility performance, asset utilization, safety, and operating efficiency.
- Manufacturing & Automotive Industry Experience
- Supported automotive manufacturing supply chains through leadership roles with Yazaki North America and Landstar Transportation Logistics.
- Extensive experience supporting production-driven operations requiring equipment reliability, inventory accuracy, safety compliance, and continuous improvement.
Timeline
Manager, Mexico Cross Border Facility Operations
LANDSTAR TRANSPORTATION LOGISTICS
2025.10 - Current
Distribution Manager
YAZAKI NORTH AMERICA
2018.10 - 2025.01
Operations Supervisor
EXPEDITORS INTERNATIONAL
2014.03 - 2018.09
Package Handler / Hazmat Specialist
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE (UPS)
2012.09 - 2014.03