Experience

Aladdin Temp-Rite

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Human Resources

  • Jul 2018 - Present

  Hendersonville TN



State of Tennessee

• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director, Human Resources

  • Sep 2014 - Jun 2018

  Nashville, TN As an HR Director, Greg manages the Human Resources operations for the State of Tennessee Department of Treasury which administers the Financial Operations for the State of Tennessee including the management of over 50 billion dollars of investment assets in house. He oversees activities impacting the administration of talent acquisition, internal performance appraisal systems, wage and salary surveys, job evaluation, succession planning, and compensation and benefit administration. He also… Show more As an HR Director, Greg manages the Human Resources operations for the State of Tennessee Department of Treasury which administers the Financial Operations for the State of Tennessee including the management of over 50 billion dollars of investment assets in house. He oversees activities impacting the administration of talent acquisition, internal performance appraisal systems, wage and salary surveys, job evaluation, succession planning, and compensation and benefit administration. He also manages the HR department and its functions on a strategic basis and provides board level policy advice on HR generally and specifically on recruitment, reward and talent management. Moreover, he provides advice and support in handling Employee Relations issues and takes charge of the most sensitive and large scale HR issues. Greg develops and implements HR programs that supports the set objectives including competitive compensation, HR policies and guidelines, regulatory compliance programs, organizational development programs, and employee record management policies. He monitors the effectiveness of the current policy, reporting to the State Treasurer on both compliance and further steps to support and develop the policy. He also ensures that appropriate training is in place to fulfill equality and diversity commitment to include all of those who are involved in recruitment, management and supervision as well as staff. In addition, Greg ensures that the performance management process is completed timely and effectively across all departments. Highlights: Decreased cycle time by over 30% by identifying personnel gaps, developing manpower plan and standardizing the talent acquisition process thus, exceeding agency expectations in manpower requirements on a key strategic initiative. Designed and facilitated roll out of performance management process focusing on agency strategy, communication, accountability, individual competency improvement and agency goal attainment. Show less



Jamison Bedding Inc.

• Director, Human Resources

  • 2005 - Aug 2014

  Nashville, TN At Jamison Bedding, Greg provided human resources expertise and managed full scale HR operations and administration. He ensured effective employee relations, recruiting and retention, compliance, administration, total compensation & benefits, industrial relations, safety, organizational coaching and development. He also ensured that the HR service maintains and meets the policies, practices and procedures required to achieve and maintain externally accredited quality standards. Moreover, he… Show more At Jamison Bedding, Greg provided human resources expertise and managed full scale HR operations and administration. He ensured effective employee relations, recruiting and retention, compliance, administration, total compensation & benefits, industrial relations, safety, organizational coaching and development. He also ensured that the HR service maintains and meets the policies, practices and procedures required to achieve and maintain externally accredited quality standards. Moreover, he transformed Human Resources from an administrative, transactional business function, to a strategic talent management partner. Greg conducted training sessions, workshops, conferences, and seminars on numerous relevant business areas including HR compliance, safety and effectively managing the work of others. . He developed programs for department supervisory personnel, identified staff development needs and ensured that training was obtained. He also ensured proper labor relations and conditions of employment are maintained. Additionally, he evaluated and verified employee performance through the review of completed work assignments and work techniques. Highlights: Reduced workers compensation premiums from 5.64% to 1.58% in payroll in 6 years through meticulously managing open claims. Saved $800,000 annually by consolidating two manufacturing operations into one thus, maximizing available capacities. Completely redesigned safety program resulting in savings of over $1,504,833 over 7 years. Reduced MOD factor from 1.65 to a 0.68. Reducing company’s medical insurance premiums by 21% in first year and 2% in the following 2 years by upgrading employee benefits plan and implementing a consumer driven program. Saved $90,000 annually and improved customer experience by assisting in sales order process mapping initiative. Led a strategic 20% manpower reduction resulting in improved productivity while minimizing disruption. Show less



Schneider Electric

• France
• Automation Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Supervisor, Human Resources

  • 2002 - 2005

  Lexington, Kentucky Area As Human Resources Supervisor at Scneider Electric, Greg executed human resources activities in the 650 employee unionized (IBEW) manufacturing firm as well as managed a 250 employee non-union warehouse distribution facility located in Mechanicsburg PA. He also managed a professional staff of 5 and advised senior management in appropriate resolution of employee issues. Greg analysed wage and salary data to determine competitiveness and equity of compensation plan. He acted as a lead… Show more As Human Resources Supervisor at Scneider Electric, Greg executed human resources activities in the 650 employee unionized (IBEW) manufacturing firm as well as managed a 250 employee non-union warehouse distribution facility located in Mechanicsburg PA. He also managed a professional staff of 5 and advised senior management in appropriate resolution of employee issues. Greg analysed wage and salary data to determine competitiveness and equity of compensation plan. He acted as a lead person in the delivery of human resource services with specific responsibility for providing information to other HR staff and employees regarding policies and regulations. He also addressed a variety of issues and provided general support; oversaw the maintenance of records, files and databases of personnel actions, evaluations, licensure, and tenure. Additionally, he communicated with employees, departments, and managers for the purpose of providing information and assistance concerning employment, recruitment, transfers, personnel records, leaves, licenses. He coordinated the activities of other HR specialists for the purpose of ensuring that all appropriate deadlines are met effectively and efficiently. He also served on management team to develop organization strategies, obtained input on critical HR issues and resolved a variety of human resources issues such as staffing, reorganization, policy and rule interpretation and related personnel issues. Highlights: Reduced 35% cycle time in onboarding programs by facilitating HR staff through process mapping exercises. Saved $400,000 annually by introducing an automated expense reporting tool. Introduced program to utilize competencies so as to drive performance improvement and attained 100% plan utilization.

• Representative, Sr. Human Resources

  • 1998 - 2002

  Nashville TN As Senior Human Resources Representative Greg provided strategic and tactical human capital leadership and service in a 450 employee multi-functional corporate location. Managed activities impacting the administration of internal performance appraisal systems, wage and salary surveys, job evaluation, succession planning and benefit administration. Delivered management training in interviewing, hiring, terminations, performance evaluations, career development planning and harassment.… Show more As Senior Human Resources Representative Greg provided strategic and tactical human capital leadership and service in a 450 employee multi-functional corporate location. Managed activities impacting the administration of internal performance appraisal systems, wage and salary surveys, job evaluation, succession planning and benefit administration. Delivered management training in interviewing, hiring, terminations, performance evaluations, career development planning and harassment. Delivered presentations to corporate officers regarding human resources policies and practices. Highlights: Led the recruiting efforts in support of the company’s strategic growth plans by filling 40 exempt positions in an 11 month span. Standardized the interview process and improved selection by the development and implementation of behavioral interviewing techniques. Led the successful implementation of a flexible work life program allowing employees to telecommute, job share, and work flex time improving morale and engagement while reducing office footprint by 10%.