Experience

Rackley Roofing Company, Inc.

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of HR & Risk

  • Apr 2020 - Present

  Carthage, Tennessee, United States Transforming the Roofing Industry and proud sponsor and roofer of the Tennessee Titans!



Self employed

• Human Resources Consultant

  • Jan 2020 - Apr 2020



Vi-Jon

• United States
• Consumer Goods
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Employee Relations Manager

  • Feb 2013 - Jul 2019

  Smyrna, TN Maintain full accountability for effective staffing of 3 facilities with Management and technical skilled positions. Primary liaison between Senior management and plant operations while providing proactive recruiting and various human resources functions. Dedicated and sought after HR Professional for Employee Relations, Investigations and Loss Prevention for 800+ employees. Knowledge and experience in successful coaching and counseling while giving guidance on effective leadership.



ABC Technologies

• Canada
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resource Generalist

  • Aug 2011 - Feb 2013

  Salga Plastics, Gallatin, TN Responsible for hiring, recruiting, and development, maintaining employee records, verification of payroll utilizing ADP, and reporting on staffing needs and turnover. Supervise and provide guidance to management of employee issues, corrective actions, and performance improvement planning. Developed and maintained multiple employee tracking reports to reduce employee costs to coincide with budgeted numbers for Vice President of American Operations.



Cracker Barrel

• United States
• Restaurants
• 700 & Above Employee

• Employee Relations Specialist

  • Dec 2006 - Aug 2009

  Home Office, Lebanon, TN Conduct investigations into allegations of Drug/Alcohol, Asset Protection violations, Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation, Company rules, procedure, or policy violations and wrongful terminations, then advise on appropriate action to address the allegation. Explain and provide advice to management and hourly employees (6000+) about company policies and governmental rules, regulations, and need for compliance. Evaluates and resolves human relations, labor relations, and work-related… Show more Conduct investigations into allegations of Drug/Alcohol, Asset Protection violations, Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation, Company rules, procedure, or policy violations and wrongful terminations, then advise on appropriate action to address the allegation. Explain and provide advice to management and hourly employees (6000+) about company policies and governmental rules, regulations, and need for compliance. Evaluates and resolves human relations, labor relations, and work-related problems, and meets with management to determine appropriate action. Produce counseling's, terminations and performance improvement plans to address work related violations of company policies and governmental compliance. Facilitate training of management for understanding of Employment Law Advising of benefit availability including FMLA, Personal, Military Leave, Worker's Compensation, Short and Long Term Disability. Show less



Collins & Aikman

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Human Resource Assistant/Payroll Specialist

  • Jan 2005 - Dec 2006

  Greater Nashville Area, TN Conducting all human resource activities for staff of over 300 employees. Communicating successfully with local United Steel Workers of America International (AFL-CIO-CLC) Union President and Stewards with issues, concerns, and grievances. Processing payroll (Kronos/Infinium/HRIS/ADP) for 300+ employees, including merit increases, new hires, and terminations. Organizing and conducting employee orientations and explanation of benefits. Maintaining personnel and confidential files &… Show more Conducting all human resource activities for staff of over 300 employees. Communicating successfully with local United Steel Workers of America International (AFL-CIO-CLC) Union President and Stewards with issues, concerns, and grievances. Processing payroll (Kronos/Infinium/HRIS/ADP) for 300+ employees, including merit increases, new hires, and terminations. Organizing and conducting employee orientations and explanation of benefits. Maintaining personnel and confidential files & the company orientation program. Administering benefit plans; including STD, Worker's Comp, and FMLA. Preserving Company attendance polices and contract. Show less



Toys"R"Us

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• World Leader/Manager

  • Aug 2004 - Jan 2005

  Antioch, TN Manage 20 employees while increasing sales and continued patronage. Conduct screening, interviews, and training for new applicants/employees. Ensure employees are following Toys R Us and OSHA guidelines in regards to safety and loss prevention. Listening and resolving customer complements or complaints. Handle in cooperation with the 'Toys R Us" Human Resource department employee complaints or concerns.



Dell Technologies

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Business Sales Representative

  • Dec 2003 - Jun 2004

  Greater Nashville Area, TN Developed and maintained high client relations on a daily basis Daily entering of my daily working hours in the Kronos timesheet. Continuously presented and supplied clients with the best computer equipment to meet their needs. Provided and assisted fellow representatives with software questions, issues, and concerns.



Vinson Uniforms

• Store Manager

  • Oct 2001 - Dec 2003

  Lacombe, LA Managed 8 employees and conducted bid proposals and implementation. Responsible for screening, interviewing, hiring, and training of personnel and new employees. Oversaw and maintained employee relations and inventory control. Maintained employee relations and inventory control.