Experience

Talalay Global

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Human Resources

  • Apr 2021 - Present

  Shelton, Connecticut, United States Founded over 35 years ago, Talalay Global is the largest producer of Talalay in the world and the only manufacturer in the United States. Our Talalay is used in millions of the finest mattresses, pillows and toppers around the globe.



Zygo/Ametek

• Manager of Human Resources

  • Oct 2017 - Apr 2021

  Middlefield, Connecticut Zygo Corporation is a worldwide supplier of optical metrology instruments, high precision optical components, and complex electro-optical systems design and manufacturing services.



Electri-Cable Assemblies

• Human Resources Manager

  • Apr 2017 - Aug 2017

  Shelton, CT Develops policy and directs and coordinates human resources activities, such as employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, training and employee services .



EDAC Technologies

• United States
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director of Human Resources Operations

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

  Cheshire, Connecticut Aligns human resources initiatives with business objectives, promoting a high performance environment. Involved in advising and counseling senior leaders and managers to optimize employee engagement, team development, and organization effectiveness. Works in partnership with the business leadership to communicate and implement programs that support business goals and drive results. Execution of all processes, including the Talent Development Review, Performance Management, salary… Show more Aligns human resources initiatives with business objectives, promoting a high performance environment. Involved in advising and counseling senior leaders and managers to optimize employee engagement, team development, and organization effectiveness. Works in partnership with the business leadership to communicate and implement programs that support business goals and drive results. Execution of all processes, including the Talent Development Review, Performance Management, salary planning, and ensuring proper staffing level. Work closely with employees on performance, career planning, work/life balance and other topics. Assess and bring to resolution employee relations issues. Implement all cross-business initiatives to drive consistency of application of human capital efforts. Support leadership in all facets of developing plans in support of key business needs in a dynamic, changing environment. Implement appropriate change management plans as required. Strategic business partner to ensure strategies are aligned to support the business strategies and objectives. Accountable for driving HR / business projects and initiatives across all client groups including, but not limited to: Talent and succession planning; Performance management; Strategic Workforce planning; Organizational design & integration; Mentoring; Leadership development; Employee recognition programs Provide advice and counsel to management teams in change management, employee engagement, performance management, career development and salary administration. Developing and implementing strategies to attract and retain diverse talent as well support rationalization initiatives to achieve business objectives. Ensure leadership and employees are informed of the HR policies and practices, programs and proposed changes that affect employees and/or operational effectiveness. Drive continuous improvement and lean activities to improve organizational effectiveness Show less



Acme Monaco

• United States
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Human Resources

  • Aug 2006 - Jan 2014

  New Britain, Connecticut Develops policy and directs and coordinates human resources activities, such as employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, training, and employee services. Analyzes wage and salary reports and data to determine competitive compensation plan. Prepares personnel forecast to project employment needs. Writes directives advising department managers of company policy regarding equal employment opportunities, compensation, and employee benefits. Ensures that… Show more Develops policy and directs and coordinates human resources activities, such as employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, training, and employee services. Analyzes wage and salary reports and data to determine competitive compensation plan. Prepares personnel forecast to project employment needs. Writes directives advising department managers of company policy regarding equal employment opportunities, compensation, and employee benefits. Ensures that policies comply with federal and state law. Develops and maintains a human resources system that meets top management information needs. Oversees the analysis, maintenance, and communication of records required by law or local governing bodies, or other departments in the organization. Studies legislation to assess industry trends. Represents management in arranging all agreements related to employment. Writes and delivers presentations to corporate officers or government officials regarding human resources policies and practices. Show less



Derby Cellular Products

• HR Manager

  • 1998 - 2004

  No longer in business Training, organizing, safety, planning, continuous improvement. Solid background and driven record in the areas of workers compensation and benefits.



Farrel Corporation

• Employee Relations Supervisor

  • Jul 1995 - Sep 1998

  Ansonia/Derby, Connecticut Directed all policies & procedures. Maintained salaray administration program. Directed the successfull resolution of an existing benefits arbitration. Acted as liaison between management and employees for several restructuring programs.