Experience

Hutson, Inc.

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Chief Operating Officer

  • Nov 2019 - Present

• Vice President of Experience

  • May 2018 - Nov 2019

  Evansville, Indiana Area Member of the executive team guiding the strategic direction of Hutson, inspiring talent to surpass expectations while ensuring consistent delivery on our brand strategy and improving the Hutson experience. Responsible for departments impacting both employee and customer experience including Human Resources, Marketing, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support Center and Ag Data Works - a consulting division of Hutson.

• Vice President of Human Resources

  • Oct 2015 - May 2018

  Murray, KY Member of the executive team leading human capital strategies in a growing organization. Focus on leadership coaching, performance management, talent acquisition and organizational effectiveness. Driving solutions to establish a rewarding culture and engaged workforce.



Briggs & Stratton

• Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Human Resources Manager

  • Mar 2014 - Oct 2015

  Murray, KY Strategic Partner to VP of North American Operations leading human capital strategies for four manufacturing facilities and a workforce of 3,000 team members. Champion and change agent focused on improving the workforce and driving engagement. Responsible for development of programs and consistent application of policies aligning with the business objectives of the organization.

• Human Resources Manager

  • Jun 2005 - Mar 2014

  Murray, KY HR Business Partner to plant leaders in a manufacturing facility with a workforce of 1,200 employees. Strategic partner with corporate leadership to ensure implementation of consistent company policies and development of procedures. Extensive project management experience improving workforce development programs, culture change initiatives, metrics, employee engagement and business planning.

• Assistant Human Resources Manager

  • Nov 2001 - Jun 2005

  Murray, KY Partnered with plant management to support the operational initiatives from a human resources perspective. Managed the development and functional activities of an HR support team consisting of seven individuals. Responsible for employee relations, conflict resolution, policy enforcement and development of procedures for the department. Developed salaried compensation offerings, managed recruiting, training and development.

• Employee Relations Coordinator

  • Jan 2000 - Nov 2001

  Murray, KY Performed day-to-day employee relations functions. Responsible for recruiting and staffing, compensation and performance evaluation, leave management and coordinating employee events. Administered company policy and practice for off-shift plant operations.