Val Terra-Baez
Operations Manager | LTL Freight & Logistics
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About
Operations Manager with 8+ years of experience in LTL freight, hub operations, distribution, and logistics leadership. Skilled in managing large teams, optimizing inbound and outbound freight flow, and improving on-time service performance across multi-center networks. I am passionate about building strong teams, creating a proactive safety culture, and delivering reliable service that exceeds customer expectations.
I specialize in DOT/OSHA/Regulatory compliance, risk and incident management, cross-dock operations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement strategies. Known for driving efficiency, strengthening safety engagement, and aligning daily operations with long-term business goals.
Experience
Operations Manager
FedEx Freight | 2024 – Present
Operations Supervisor
FedEx Freight | 2021 – 2024
Distribution & Logistics Operations Supervisor
United States Postal Service | 2013 – 2021
Key Strengths & Expertise
- 8+ years of leadership in LTL freight, hub operations, distribution, and logistics
- Proven ability to manage and develop large teams of 150+ employees
- Strong focus on safety, OSHA/DOT/Regulatory compliance, safety, and risk management
- Skilled in service quality improvement, audits, and corrective action planning
- Experienced in continuous improvement, cross-dock operations, and on-time performance
- Adept at leading in high-pressure, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environments
- LTL Freight & Hub Operations
- Warehouse & Distribution
- Team Leadership & Workforce Development
- OSHA/DOT Regulatory & Safety Compliance
- Service Quality & Performance Management
- Risk & Incident Management
- Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Action Planning
- Cross-Dock Operations & Linehaul Coordination
- Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization
- Safety Culture Engagement & Training
- Customer Service & Service Failure Resolution
Education
Broward College
Bachelor in Arts - Psychology
Focus on: Social, Behavioral, and Cognitive

