Pedro Salazar
Katy
Summary
Seasoned Lead Project Manager with proven track record in steering complex projects to successful completion. Strong background in strategic planning, team leadership and risk mitigation. Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and maintain high quality standards while adhering to project timelines and budgets. Notable impact includes fostering cross-functional collaboration and fostering innovation in previous roles.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead & Project Manager
Daikin
Waller
01.2002 - Current
- Paint loader and unloader - Made sure quality aspects and products were organized
- Assembly line - Managed the whole department having 5 paint lines in total.
- Nordson Excel 2000 Electrostatic Powder Coder - Fabrication department to set up, diagnose, or repairs dies in fabrication area or heavy press.
- Builds assembly fixtures and assembles assists tools
- Builds detail components per detail blueprint, specifications, or duplicates existing details
- Skilled in building, troubleshooting, repairing, preventive maintenance and have good working knowledge of sheet metal type, draw, progressive, transfer, piercing, forming dies and highs fin stamps dies for aluminum with little or no supervision
- Capable of studying specifications such as blueprints, sketches, sample parts or models. Compute plan dimensions, and perform machining of components using drill press, milling machine, lathe, grinder, saw and other machines.
- Managed indoor and outdoor assembly production lines to ensure efficient workflow and quality standards
- Developed and managed assembly schedules to align with production goals and project deadlines
- Oversaw warehouse operations, including logistics coordination, space optimization, and team supervision
- Implemented and maintained effective inventory control systems to ensure accuracy, minimize loss, and support operational efficiency.
- Health & Safety Coordinator with expertise in developing and maintaining comprehensive workplace safety programs.
- Led proactive incident prevention strategies, identifying and mitigating potential hazards through continuous risk assessments and audits.
- Designed and facilitated safety training programs to promote regulatory compliance, operational awareness, and employee engagement.
- Established and enforced standardized safety protocols, ensuring alignment with OSHA and industry-specific regulations.
- Accurately documented and maintained detailed safety incident logs, supporting trend analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Delivered targeted coaching and corrective action plans for both environmental conditions and behavioral safety incidents, fostering a culture of accountability.
- Implemented advanced Battery Management Systems (BMS) to improve energy efficiency, safety monitoring, and system diagnostics across operations.
- Daikin is a leading global manufacturer of HVAC systems and solutions.
Education
Diploma -
Robert E Lee Highschool
Houston, TXSkills
- Public speaking
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability
- Stress management
- Flexible-willing to try new tasks and interested in improving efficiency on assigned tasks
- Machine Maintenance skills
- Computer skills
- Supervisor skills
- Machine setup
- Chemical treatment skills
- Interpretation skills
- Communications - good written and verbal presentation skills
- Uses proper grammar and has a good speaking voice
Languages
- Spanish
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Lead & Project Manager
Daikin
01.2002 - Current
Diploma -
Robert E Lee Highschool