Kathy Harris
HR Manager at Federal Equipment Company- Claim this Profile
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Corina Medina, MBA-Strategic HRM
An asset to the company...any company would be lucky to have her.
Sherrie Acheson Shaw, SHRM-CP
I worked with Kathy at BAE Systems for over three years. Kathy has a wealth of knowledge in the areas of Employee Benefits and the HR function. She is extremely intelligent, well written, an excellent communicator and a delight to work with and learn from. It would be a pleasure to work with Kathy again.
Corina Medina, MBA-Strategic HRM
An asset to the company...any company would be lucky to have her.
Sherrie Acheson Shaw, SHRM-CP
I worked with Kathy at BAE Systems for over three years. Kathy has a wealth of knowledge in the areas of Employee Benefits and the HR function. She is extremely intelligent, well written, an excellent communicator and a delight to work with and learn from. It would be a pleasure to work with Kathy again.
Corina Medina, MBA-Strategic HRM
An asset to the company...any company would be lucky to have her.
Sherrie Acheson Shaw, SHRM-CP
I worked with Kathy at BAE Systems for over three years. Kathy has a wealth of knowledge in the areas of Employee Benefits and the HR function. She is extremely intelligent, well written, an excellent communicator and a delight to work with and learn from. It would be a pleasure to work with Kathy again.
Corina Medina, MBA-Strategic HRM
An asset to the company...any company would be lucky to have her.
Sherrie Acheson Shaw, SHRM-CP
I worked with Kathy at BAE Systems for over three years. Kathy has a wealth of knowledge in the areas of Employee Benefits and the HR function. She is extremely intelligent, well written, an excellent communicator and a delight to work with and learn from. It would be a pleasure to work with Kathy again.
Experience
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Federal Equipment Company
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United States
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Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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HR Manager
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Mar 2023 - Present
A Division of Fairbanks Morse Defense A Division of Fairbanks Morse Defense
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Gold Medal Products Company
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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HR Business Partner
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Jan 2011 - Mar 2023
• Strategic Partner to the Business utilizing a broad range of HR competencies to design and tactically execute business strategy • Coaching and supporting a diverse group of employees and leadership roles in their mission to be effective • Serving the executives, department managers and team leads as counsel on employee relations and application of Federal, State, and local employment laws • Promote and encourage flexibility and diversity in building effective teams… Show more • Strategic Partner to the Business utilizing a broad range of HR competencies to design and tactically execute business strategy • Coaching and supporting a diverse group of employees and leadership roles in their mission to be effective • Serving the executives, department managers and team leads as counsel on employee relations and application of Federal, State, and local employment laws • Promote and encourage flexibility and diversity in building effective teams • High employee visibility and interaction • Develop and implement manager training plans that promote simple but effective measurement tools designed to increase productivity and decrease conflict • Strong influencer in selection and administration of ADP Payroll, HRIS, Benefits and Time & Attendance Systems. Successfully design Benefit Plans set-up in ADP Benefits module. Set up FML/Leave Administration through carrier connection and Lincoln Absence Management • Participate in Plan Renewals from census to quote to broker guided plan selections. Plan and direct full cycle annual open enrollment and ongoing benefits plan management • Wellness Program Development and Administration • FMLA, Short and Long-Term Disability Administration and Claims Processing. Coordinate a safe and compliant return to work program addressing restrictions and ADAAA accommodations as needed • New Hire Benefits & Orientation • Recruitment and Staffing • HIPAA/PHI Compliant and exceptional confidentiality in record keeping Show less • Strategic Partner to the Business utilizing a broad range of HR competencies to design and tactically execute business strategy • Coaching and supporting a diverse group of employees and leadership roles in their mission to be effective • Serving the executives, department managers and team leads as counsel on employee relations and application of Federal, State, and local employment laws • Promote and encourage flexibility and diversity in building effective teams… Show more • Strategic Partner to the Business utilizing a broad range of HR competencies to design and tactically execute business strategy • Coaching and supporting a diverse group of employees and leadership roles in their mission to be effective • Serving the executives, department managers and team leads as counsel on employee relations and application of Federal, State, and local employment laws • Promote and encourage flexibility and diversity in building effective teams • High employee visibility and interaction • Develop and implement manager training plans that promote simple but effective measurement tools designed to increase productivity and decrease conflict • Strong influencer in selection and administration of ADP Payroll, HRIS, Benefits and Time & Attendance Systems. Successfully design Benefit Plans set-up in ADP Benefits module. Set up FML/Leave Administration through carrier connection and Lincoln Absence Management • Participate in Plan Renewals from census to quote to broker guided plan selections. Plan and direct full cycle annual open enrollment and ongoing benefits plan management • Wellness Program Development and Administration • FMLA, Short and Long-Term Disability Administration and Claims Processing. Coordinate a safe and compliant return to work program addressing restrictions and ADAAA accommodations as needed • New Hire Benefits & Orientation • Recruitment and Staffing • HIPAA/PHI Compliant and exceptional confidentiality in record keeping Show less
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BAE Systems
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United Kingdom
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Generalist
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Nov 2001 - Jan 2011
• Provided day-to-day administration of employee benefit plans, including health, life, LTD, STD, and Flex Plans as the lead supporter for 1800+ local site employees • Liaison between employee and benefit provider to resolve issues, complaints, and questions • Developed and maintained open and ongoing business relationships across all employee levels through effective communication • Created business materials adopted as best practices - leave management guidelines, one page “Smart… Show more • Provided day-to-day administration of employee benefit plans, including health, life, LTD, STD, and Flex Plans as the lead supporter for 1800+ local site employees • Liaison between employee and benefit provider to resolve issues, complaints, and questions • Developed and maintained open and ongoing business relationships across all employee levels through effective communication • Created business materials adopted as best practices - leave management guidelines, one page “Smart Guide” for managers, STD mid-point and termination templates • Participated in strategic benefit planning meetings and execute deliverables to diverse groups • Benefits Working Group Member focused on strategic benefits execution within larger operating sector • Conducted annual benefit enrollment presentations and Q&A Sessions • Tracked absence management (FMLA, STD, WC, and Military Leave) across multiple locations • Created materials and trained 50+ managers on proper handling of FMLA • Supported payroll with disability payment vouchering, military pay differentials and benefit premiums • Facilitated life insurance distribution, ensuring timely claims processing and assignments to funeral homes • Updated benefits data and employee deductions for all new hires, terminations, and qualifying events • Coordinated completion of annual 5500, Section 125 FSA/DCA elections, weekly enrollment data feeds and Cobra Administration Show less • Provided day-to-day administration of employee benefit plans, including health, life, LTD, STD, and Flex Plans as the lead supporter for 1800+ local site employees • Liaison between employee and benefit provider to resolve issues, complaints, and questions • Developed and maintained open and ongoing business relationships across all employee levels through effective communication • Created business materials adopted as best practices - leave management guidelines, one page “Smart… Show more • Provided day-to-day administration of employee benefit plans, including health, life, LTD, STD, and Flex Plans as the lead supporter for 1800+ local site employees • Liaison between employee and benefit provider to resolve issues, complaints, and questions • Developed and maintained open and ongoing business relationships across all employee levels through effective communication • Created business materials adopted as best practices - leave management guidelines, one page “Smart Guide” for managers, STD mid-point and termination templates • Participated in strategic benefit planning meetings and execute deliverables to diverse groups • Benefits Working Group Member focused on strategic benefits execution within larger operating sector • Conducted annual benefit enrollment presentations and Q&A Sessions • Tracked absence management (FMLA, STD, WC, and Military Leave) across multiple locations • Created materials and trained 50+ managers on proper handling of FMLA • Supported payroll with disability payment vouchering, military pay differentials and benefit premiums • Facilitated life insurance distribution, ensuring timely claims processing and assignments to funeral homes • Updated benefits data and employee deductions for all new hires, terminations, and qualifying events • Coordinated completion of annual 5500, Section 125 FSA/DCA elections, weekly enrollment data feeds and Cobra Administration Show less
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Education
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Auburn University
B.A., Marketing/Business Geography -
University of Cincinnati
Economic & Marketing Geography