Dawn Nijim Hill, SPHR
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Jeff Johnston
Dawn and I serve as fellow managers on the management team at CVI. I have great respect for her human resources capability, as well as her finely honed people skills. In my opinion, one of the biggest challenges for a HR professional occurs when they have to mediate conflict. Dawn shines in this capacity as she acts in a well thought out manner way that is compassionate, ethical, and legal. Her mediations often result in
Ricardo Orozco
I had the pleasure of working with Dawn for over 3 years. During this time Dawn was part of a management team that significantly improved results and executed several employee relation inititiatives. Specifically, overall communications, team-work, performance management and employee engagement were among key programs that were developed and managed under Dawns HR leadership. Her willingness to go above and beyond and engage her peer group in a more particapative and colaborative enviornment were fundamental in her success. The positive attitude displayed and her keen understanding of business needs are and have been her key strengths in developing focused programs based on the setting she is in. I would highly recommend Dawn for a senior HR leadership role .
Jeff Johnston
Dawn and I serve as fellow managers on the management team at CVI. I have great respect for her human resources capability, as well as her finely honed people skills. In my opinion, one of the biggest challenges for a HR professional occurs when they have to mediate conflict. Dawn shines in this capacity as she acts in a well thought out manner way that is compassionate, ethical, and legal. Her mediations often result in
Ricardo Orozco
I had the pleasure of working with Dawn for over 3 years. During this time Dawn was part of a management team that significantly improved results and executed several employee relation inititiatives. Specifically, overall communications, team-work, performance management and employee engagement were among key programs that were developed and managed under Dawns HR leadership. Her willingness to go above and beyond and engage her peer group in a more particapative and colaborative enviornment were fundamental in her success. The positive attitude displayed and her keen understanding of business needs are and have been her key strengths in developing focused programs based on the setting she is in. I would highly recommend Dawn for a senior HR leadership role .
Jeff Johnston
Dawn and I serve as fellow managers on the management team at CVI. I have great respect for her human resources capability, as well as her finely honed people skills. In my opinion, one of the biggest challenges for a HR professional occurs when they have to mediate conflict. Dawn shines in this capacity as she acts in a well thought out manner way that is compassionate, ethical, and legal. Her mediations often result in
Ricardo Orozco
I had the pleasure of working with Dawn for over 3 years. During this time Dawn was part of a management team that significantly improved results and executed several employee relation inititiatives. Specifically, overall communications, team-work, performance management and employee engagement were among key programs that were developed and managed under Dawns HR leadership. Her willingness to go above and beyond and engage her peer group in a more particapative and colaborative enviornment were fundamental in her success. The positive attitude displayed and her keen understanding of business needs are and have been her key strengths in developing focused programs based on the setting she is in. I would highly recommend Dawn for a senior HR leadership role .
Jeff Johnston
Dawn and I serve as fellow managers on the management team at CVI. I have great respect for her human resources capability, as well as her finely honed people skills. In my opinion, one of the biggest challenges for a HR professional occurs when they have to mediate conflict. Dawn shines in this capacity as she acts in a well thought out manner way that is compassionate, ethical, and legal. Her mediations often result in
Ricardo Orozco
I had the pleasure of working with Dawn for over 3 years. During this time Dawn was part of a management team that significantly improved results and executed several employee relation inititiatives. Specifically, overall communications, team-work, performance management and employee engagement were among key programs that were developed and managed under Dawns HR leadership. Her willingness to go above and beyond and engage her peer group in a more particapative and colaborative enviornment were fundamental in her success. The positive attitude displayed and her keen understanding of business needs are and have been her key strengths in developing focused programs based on the setting she is in. I would highly recommend Dawn for a senior HR leadership role .
Credentials
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DDI Facilitator Certification
DDI | Development Dimensions InternationalJan, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Certificate in Organizational Development
De Paul University -
SPHR since 2002
Human Resources Certification Institute
Experience
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Headwall
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United States
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Director
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Jan 2023 - Present
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Wisetek
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Ireland
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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100 - 200 Employee
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Human Resources Director
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Aug 2021 - Dec 2022
Lead the HR function for US Operations -- 150 employees across 5 sites and remote Lead the HR function for US Operations -- 150 employees across 5 sites and remote
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BOLDhr Consulting
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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Consultant/Contract HR
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Jun 2019 - Aug 2021
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Integer Holdings Corporation
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United States
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Medical Device
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700 & Above Employee
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Sr Regional HRM
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Oct 2018 - May 2019
Led a team of 5 Human Resources Managers in achieving corporate goals for an OEM Medical Devices Manufacturer • Harmonized policies and procedures over 10 US sites • Analyzed employee relations cases across all sites and developed plan for centralized employee relations SME model Led a team of 5 Human Resources Managers in achieving corporate goals for an OEM Medical Devices Manufacturer • Harmonized policies and procedures over 10 US sites • Analyzed employee relations cases across all sites and developed plan for centralized employee relations SME model
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Founder & Sr HR Consultant
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Jul 2016 - Oct 2018
Providing internal and external HR guidance and services to small to large companies Projects for clients included: • Developed supervisor training curriculum for 30+ supervisors and entry-level managers • Introduced new succession planning program tied to corporate competencies • Led open-enrollment process for 600+ employee company • Developed and delivered Conflict Resolution training for a 15-person IT team • Created salary grade structure Providing internal and external HR guidance and services to small to large companies Projects for clients included: • Developed supervisor training curriculum for 30+ supervisors and entry-level managers • Introduced new succession planning program tied to corporate competencies • Led open-enrollment process for 600+ employee company • Developed and delivered Conflict Resolution training for a 15-person IT team • Created salary grade structure
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Human Resources Director
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Jun 2014 - Jul 2016
Global HR Partner for the $60 million Optic Technologies Group with 4 sites (2 domestic & 2 European) • Led leadership team through annual Organization & Talent Cycle; coached managers on evaluating and giving feedback to employees; implemented follow-up action items. • Performed market wage analyses, as well as established salary administration plan and grades for all employees. • Implemented new on-boarding program to introduce new hires to business strategy and corporate culture Show less
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UniRac, Inc.
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Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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Human Resources Director
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Feb 2012 - Jun 2014
Unirac, a Hilti Group Company, is $65 million provider of racking solutions for the solar industry. • Drove HR Strategy for organization as member of Executive Management Team • Introduced behavior-based performance management process for first time to organization. • Initiated organization’s first succession planning process. • Performed market wage analyses, as well as established salary administration plan and grades for all employees. • Reduced cost of ancillary benefits while improving employee benefit by shopping out the plan Show less
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Hilti
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New Zealand
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Construction
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100 - 200 Employee
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Human Resources Director, Midwest Commercial Organization
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Aug 2011 - Feb 2012
Drove the leadership and people development processes for a 220-employee sales team. Drove the leadership and people development processes for a 220-employee sales team.
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Elgin National Industries
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United States
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Machinery Manufacturing
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HR Director
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Apr 2008 - Aug 2011
ENI is a $350 million Private Equity owned holding company (a GFI portfolio company) in the engineering and construction services and manufacturing industries. With operations in the US, Europe and Asia-Pacific, ENI provides products and services to customers in the energy, power, coal processing and durable goods industries. Lead the global strategic HR function for 3 Business Groups and 700 employees worldwide. Key accomplishments include introducing succession planning process throughout the organization and establishing market-based salary grade structures for US, Poland, Australia and Indonesia. Show less
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Human Resources Manager
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Jun 2003 - Aug 2007
BDMS is a 5S-certified $365 million subsidiary of RRD, an $11 billion market leader in printing and global supply-chain management services. Led the HR function at a 290 employee/3-shift direct mail printing facility. Responsible for recruitment, on-boarding, policy development, employee relations, employee development and legal compliance. Key accomplishments included developing a strategic college recruitment plan and initiating development plans for High-Potential employees. BDMS is a 5S-certified $365 million subsidiary of RRD, an $11 billion market leader in printing and global supply-chain management services. Led the HR function at a 290 employee/3-shift direct mail printing facility. Responsible for recruitment, on-boarding, policy development, employee relations, employee development and legal compliance. Key accomplishments included developing a strategic college recruitment plan and initiating development plans for High-Potential employees.
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Oil-Dri Corporation of America
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United States
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Mining
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300 - 400 Employee
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Corporate Human Resources Manager
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1998 - 2003
Oil-Dri is a $220 million, NYSE-listed leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of products for consumer, industrial and automotive, agricultural, sports fields and fluids purification markets. Oil-Dri's product line has been diversified by leveraging the qualities of its extensive mineral reserves with an innovative R&D program. Provided multi-site HR support for 260 employees and operations leaders throughout 8 US locations. Responsible for recruitment, on-boarding, employee relations, compensation, training, and legal compliance. Key accomplishments included acquisition due diligence and integration activities. Show less
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Shure Incorporated
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United States
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Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Manager
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1996 - 1998
Shure Incorporated is widely acknowledged as the world's leading manufacturer of microphones and audio electronics. Privately held, Shure is an ISO-certified designer and manufacturer of consumer products. Led the Human Resources function for 250-employee/ 3-shift non-union manufacturing plant. Responsible for recruitment, employee relations, training, safety, and legal compliance. Key accomplishments included leading an organizational needs assessment for skills training and coordinated delivery of training, and restructuring role of front-line supervisors to improve operational efficiencies. Show less
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Consultant
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1989 - 1991
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Education
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1991 - 1993
Owen Graduate School of Management
MBA, Human Resources -
1991 - 1993
Vanderbilt University
MBA, Human Resources Management -
Northwestern University
BA, Psychology
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