Experience

Avid Solutions

• United States
• Automation Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Human Resources

  • Jan 2023 - Present

  Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States



Innospec Inc.

• United States
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • Jan 2021 - Jan 2023

  Salisbury, North Carolina, United States



Willow Tex, LLC

• United States
• Textile Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • Sep 2013 - Dec 2020

  Mount Airy, North Carolina Selected Accomplishments: • Built the Human Resource department for this start-up location • Worked with a team to develop a safety manual and policies • Worked with team members to develop job descriptions for their positions, and developed job descriptions for new positions • Serve on five- member strategic planning team with President and senior management peers • Interviewed insurance brokers and presented recommendations for insurance benefits to executive management. •… Show more Selected Accomplishments: • Built the Human Resource department for this start-up location • Worked with a team to develop a safety manual and policies • Worked with team members to develop job descriptions for their positions, and developed job descriptions for new positions • Serve on five- member strategic planning team with President and senior management peers • Interviewed insurance brokers and presented recommendations for insurance benefits to executive management. • Moved the Company from a High-Deductible Health Plan to a PPO, at a lower rate, to improve employee satisfaction • Added Dental, Vision, Accident and Voluntary Life coverage to benefit offerings • Developed a detailed, long-term, onboarding program with the goal of supporting new team members and promoting a long, and successful career with the Company • Worked with an attorney to set up the Company's Section 125 and HRA Plans • Took over administration of the Company's 401(k) Plan, moving to a Safe Harbor Plan • Developed and implemented employee handbook, policies and procedures • Developed and implemented competency-based performance management system • Recruited new employees through the use of online employment sites, and the services of recruiters and staffing services • Interviewed individually, with executive and other management, and guided the selection process • Developed system for tracking attendance and vacation use • Prepared and processed bi-weekly payroll and payroll taxes • Followed Federal and State employment laws and compliance guidelines, including mandatory notifications, updated employment forms, E-Verify, etc. • Worked to create an inclusive, team environment for all employees • ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor, assisting with transition to new Standard • OSHA Authorized General Industry Trainer • Active member: Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Show less



Salem Fabrication Technologies Group, Inc.

• United States
• Wholesale
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HR Generalist & Training Coordinator

  • Jul 2012 - Sep 2013

  Winston-Salem, North Carolina Selected Accomplishments: • Transitioned into human resource role, including employee orientation, benefits management, COBRA and HSA administration. • Updated outdated job descriptions and developed job descriptions for positions with no description, to ensure all positions were properly documented. • Organized Company training sessions, including arranging outside speakers and facilitating required OSHA training, as well as developing training materials and conducting an ESOP 101… Show more Selected Accomplishments: • Transitioned into human resource role, including employee orientation, benefits management, COBRA and HSA administration. • Updated outdated job descriptions and developed job descriptions for positions with no description, to ensure all positions were properly documented. • Organized Company training sessions, including arranging outside speakers and facilitating required OSHA training, as well as developing training materials and conducting an ESOP 101 training event. • Started a Wellness initiative, including organizing a committee, creating a survey to determine employee interest. Based on survey results, garnered management support for a corporate discount on gym memberships, created a wellness media center with health and fitness-related publications, and started a self-funded fresh fruit and healthy snack program, which has been extremely successful. • Updated the Company Safety policies and organized required OSHA documentation. • Selected by the Company Safety Committee as the 2013 Safety Manager, responsible for implementation and compliance with the Company Safety Policy, planning, coordinating, performing and/or delegating all safety training and testing. • Worked with all Company departments to determine training needs, gather training materials and procedure documentation to coordinate the Company’s first training program using SharePoint learning management system.

• Sales and Service Team Member

  • Aug 2011 - Jul 2012

  Winston-Salem, North Carolina Selected Accomplishments: • Worked tenaciously to learn about the Company's highly-technical ophthalmic and precision electro-optic surfacing material offerings, applications and equipment. • Delivered quality customer service and sales support to external and internal customers for ophthalmic and precision electro-optic surfacing and finishing supplies, lens polishes, and equipment. • Assumed contract pricing duties and improved the process by providing enhanced detail to outside… Show more Selected Accomplishments: • Worked tenaciously to learn about the Company's highly-technical ophthalmic and precision electro-optic surfacing material offerings, applications and equipment. • Delivered quality customer service and sales support to external and internal customers for ophthalmic and precision electro-optic surfacing and finishing supplies, lens polishes, and equipment. • Assumed contract pricing duties and improved the process by providing enhanced detail to outside field sales managers, reducing their time and effort required to review and update. • Joined the Company's ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Training Committee and was selected to attend both the regional and national ESOP conventions in 2012. • Produced the Company's first Newsletter, as a quarterly publication, including layout, planning, writing articles and obtaining articles from internal and outside sources.



OfficeVision, Inc.

• Director of Publishing Services

  • Mar 2003 - Jan 2011

  Mount Airy, North Carolina Selected Accomplishments: • Directed administrative, production, and distribution activities necessary for publishing three trade magazines • Streamlined and set up systems and procedures for production, and circulation of magazines • Provided office administration including human resources, purchasing, scheduling, office equipment and computer troubleshooting and maintenance. • Ensured legal compliance of all issues under my direction • Assisted all areas, except accounts… Show more Selected Accomplishments: • Directed administrative, production, and distribution activities necessary for publishing three trade magazines • Streamlined and set up systems and procedures for production, and circulation of magazines • Provided office administration including human resources, purchasing, scheduling, office equipment and computer troubleshooting and maintenance. • Ensured legal compliance of all issues under my direction • Assisted all areas, except accounts payable, in handling difficult issues by determining the facts, finding solutions, and in most cases, resolving issues to the satisfaction of all parties. • Handled mass e-mail promotions, surveys, and standard class mail promotions using various software programs and services • Developed successful reprint program (from inception to completion) • Researched requirements and cost savings for an in-house circulation project; saving the company $35,500.00 annually Company closed January 2011. Show less



Quality Publishing, Inc.

• Sales/Advertising Administrative Assistant

  • Apr 1998 - Mar 2003

  Mount Airy, North Carolina Selected Accomplishments: • Developed excellent rapport with client base, including representing the company at tradeshows. • Streamlined work functions:set up advertising management software systems for order entry and tracking, established procedures and office manuals, organized filing systems for improved efficiency and time management • Took on additional responsibilities such as mapping the magazine issues, and acquiring advertising materials • Researched/selected… Show more Selected Accomplishments: • Developed excellent rapport with client base, including representing the company at tradeshows. • Streamlined work functions:set up advertising management software systems for order entry and tracking, established procedures and office manuals, organized filing systems for improved efficiency and time management • Took on additional responsibilities such as mapping the magazine issues, and acquiring advertising materials • Researched/selected software for various company needs and projects Show less