Louie Baltazar

Observe operations and inspect work areas to identify, evaluate root cause, and abate behavioral and environmental hazards. Administer and evaluate policies relating to safety management, audits, and employee training. Responsibilities include delivering safety related content, education, and programs to the location. Supports and maintains the ‘Safety Above All' culture. Creates and customizes safety strategy, initiatives, and programs within the local operating environment. Engages, coaches, develops, and trains on safety acumen and leadership.

• Led training courses for employees at all levels.
• Investigated accidents and incidents, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Increased employee awareness of safety protocols by creating engaging educational materials and presentations.
• Provided timely guidance and support for employees involved in accidents or near misses, facilitating speedy recovery and return-to-work efforts when appropriate.
• Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
• Developed and executed safety awareness campaigns, promoting a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation among employees at all levels of the organization.
• Collaborated with management to develop and enforce safety policies and procedures, resulting in a safer work environment.

Oversee multiple facilities and ensure consistent policies and procedures are being followed at each location. Develop processes and set standards that align with the company’s needs and best interests. The Operations Safety Manager continuously performs reviews and evaluations of work environments to promote safe conditions and compliance with national, state, and local standards.

• Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Developed and implemented safety programs.
• Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
• Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
• Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective procurement of parts and services, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
• Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.

Oversee support managers and crews of up to 120 employees per shift. This includes 13 over head cranes, 50+ hostler drivers, and Maintenance personnel. 15 Trailer Mechanics (on and off site), purchase materials for the trailer shop, and provide quotes for repairs to customers both on and off site. All while ensuring on time departure of several outbound trains per shift and getting all inbound trains unloaded in a timely manner.

• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Recruited trained, and mentored a high-performing staff, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork and collaboration.
• Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
• Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
• Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.

Oversee and coordinate daily warehouse operations, including managing staff, inventory, shipping, and receiving, ensuring efficiency, safety, and accuracy in all processes.

• Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
• Communicated regularly with cross-functional teams to improve coordination between departments.
• Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
• Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times.
• Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
• Resolved customer issues efficiently, minimizing lost business due to transportation errors or delays.