Experience

Climate by Design International

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

• Human Resources Director

  • Sep 2021 - Present

  In my role as HR Director, I have been passionately implementing corporate human resource strategies, including recruiting, onboarding, retention, training, succession, and wellness. Highlights of key Contributions: • Oversaw continuous HR processes and standards development for various organizational functions. • Changed departmental strategies to achieve organizational set vision and goals. • Engaged leadership in succession planning for key employees. • Encouraged positive work environment by coaching, mentoring, and caring for employees. • Engaged as focal COVID liaison to ensure employee health and safety. • Attained positive corporate culture and strong employee engagement by efficiently leading continuous progression. • Championed the Youth Skills Training (YST) program by partnering with the Minnesota Department of Labor to bring lucrative career opportunities to local high school students. Show less



SageGlass

• United States
• Building Materials
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • May 2018 - Oct 2021

  In my role as Human Resources, Org Development, & EHS Manager, I have led HR strategies, programs, and practices to support business needs and strategic initiatives. Highlights of key Contributions: • Served as corporate pandemic liaison to apply safe work practices. • Led HR professionals' teams at multiple sites in the US. • Implemented advanced change-based management techniques to deliver healthy employee relations and optimal employee engagement. • Conducted effective, thorough, and objective investigations to ensure optimal results. • Mentored HR business partners and managers/supervisors on effective people leadership and change management. • Integrated employee processes and strategies to achieve optimal organizational results and strong business relationships. • Controlled compensation management in competitive offers, market data analysis, pay strategy, pay structure, and role changes. • Ensured compliance with all legal and regulatory compliance agencies related to labor, wage and hour, employment laws, and strategic initiatives. Show less



Alltech Feed Division

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Human Resources

  • Jan 2016 - Jan 2018

  In my role as Director of Human Resources, I have served human resource operations, including payroll, staffing, benefits, compensation, union contract negotiation, labor and employee relations, and corporate acquisitions. Highlights of key Contributions: • Planned strategic directions/ways to attain set goals. • Coached and counseled managers throughout the organization in HR matters. • Provided strategic direction to 900 employees at 38 locations, covering 20 US states. • Improved payroll, benefits, compensation strategies, labor relations, employee hiring, retention, and dismissal operations in compliance with set regulations. • Provided in-depth oversight, strategic direction, and value-added recommendations in all areas of benefits and salary administration, while ensuring competitive programs and benefit offerings. • Resolved disputes by leading internal investigations relating to labor relations and employment problems. • Recommended compelling solutions and delivered continuous guidance to managers regarding performance management/improvement plans, and terminations. Show less



Minnesota Department of Transportation

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • Dec 2014 - Jan 2016

  As Human Resources Manager, I have led district training and employee development activities to ensure effective workforce planning and organizational development. Highlights of key Contributions: • Assessed intricate personnel problems to resolve disputes and foster a work environment. • Oversaw human resources functions of seven districts and provided service/support to 350+ employees in 12 different countries. • Evaluated district professional staff performance to improve agency operations in a consistent, inclusive, and timely manner. • Enhanced districts' recruitment process, classification, and compensation in accordance with personnel rules, statutes, and policies. Show less



Bemis Company, Inc.

• Switzerland
• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • Aug 2010 - Dec 2014

  As Human Resources Manager, I have passionately coached, consulted, and mentored managers, supervisors, and union representatives on employee relation items as well as streamlined implementation of employee benefit programs. Highlights of key Contributions: • Administered human resource planning, implementing, and evaluating employee relations, corporate policies, and programs, and developing and enforcing systems and regulations. • Harmonized all companywide employee functions. • Fostered and promoted employees' and managers' development. • Guaranteed legal compliance with federal and state human resource requirements. • Led World Class Operation Management (WCOM) for the training and education pillar. • Successfully attained operational efficiency by managing hourly and salary performance management systems. • Assisted as the site's representative to address legal issues as well as conducted proper investigations and maintained records. Show less



Minnesota State University, Mankato

• Mankato, Minnesota

• Assistant Director Of Human Resources

  • Aug 2007 - Aug 2010

  Served as the Interim Director and supported Chief Human Resources Director. Highlights of key Contributions: • Mediated employee grievances in line with requirements of the appropriate collective bargaining unit and formal university policies. • Interpreted and clarified seven collective bargaining agreements (AFSCME, MAPE, MMN, MNA, MGEC, Managerial Plan, and Commissioner's Plan) to department managers, supervisors, and employees. • Controlled HR staff to ensure quality work and services were provided to university administrators, faculty, staff, and students. • Conducted internal investigations of employee misconduct, performance, and potential harassment incidents. • Analyzed employees' problems and recommended value-added solutions. • • Advised, consulted, and mentored managers, supervisors, and employees on administrative procedures, system policies, and state and federal regulations. Show less