Senior Human Resource Manager

• Dec 2021 - Present

Senior Human Resource Manager

• 2017 - 2021

-Developed and deployed a human resource strategy for cultural assimilation and integration to TC Transcontinental with a focus on values, corporate governance, diversity, and social responsibility. - Deployed core processes resulting in organization change, leadership development, succession planning, recruitment, employee relations, and compensation plans- Drove talent engagement and retention through facilitation of effective recruiting, screening, and onboarding strategies- Led the smooth execution of performance management program that comprised of professional competencies, compensation ranges, and development opportunities, which maximized accountability, productivity, and job satisfaction.- Conceptualized and established processes and infrastructure for the implementation of policies and procedures promoting an inclusive, bias-free workplace; as well facilitated training of managers on fair hiring, performance, and compensation practices.

Human Resource Manager

• 2010 - 2017

Provided managerial support in all phases of HR including talent acquisition, human capital management, workforce planning, conflict resolution, succession planning, cultural diversity, performance management, collective bargaining, and employment law.• Developed organizational strategies by identifying and analyzing information providing value-added recommendations in support of business strategy.• Provided day –to –day leadership, guidance, and partnership to management team supporting objectives for the company’s Flagship operation to foster positive employee relations, culture, and two-way communication embracing Environmental, Health and Safety, Continuous Improvement, and Core Values.• Designed and implemented compensation policies, procedures and processes aligning to technical skill and performance metrics which resulted in equitable pay programs.• Implemented workforce planning strategies addressing technical skill gaps which improved expertise and competencies of internal succession candidates. • Cultivated collaborative relationships with union leadership and membership resulting in effective labor-management rapport and minimized preventable grievance and arbitration procedures. • Served as key member and resource for the union negotiation team providing strategy development, cost analysis, and key messaging in support of successful contract ratification.• Managed HR budgets, projections and cost analysis for recruiting, reward programs, wages, overtime, headcount, and benefit requirements. • Utilized Six Sigma (DMAIC) principles and project management tools while leading teams to improve training and develop technical apprenticeship programs.

Human Resource Manager

• 2005 - 2010

In this newly created role, I led the development and implementation of a Human Resource strategy for the company’s Label Business Unit in New York. • Led the development and implementation of a talent acquisition strategy to recruit, onboard, and train 100 salary and hourly employees for the company’s Greenfield operation in Edgewood, NY.• Executed uniform and equitable policies, procedures, and practices for the New Hyde Park and Edgewood facilities.• Provided coaching and support to the business unit leadership with change management, labor relations, talent acquisition, performance management, labor law, and culture development.• Secured New York State economic and training grant funds totaling $250K.• Identified and retained local resources for training opportunities in soft and technical skills, and development opportunities. • Analyzed, proposed, and implemented action plans related to the employee satisfaction survey in areas related to leadership, trust, reward, recognition, and development.• Integrated company’s Continuous Improvement initiatives to Human Resource practices.Earlier Career: Alcan Packaging (formerly Lawson Mardon Packaging)* Plant Controller l Plant Accountant - New Hyde Park, NY