HR Manager

• Jan 2018 - Present

HR Business Partner

• Oct 2016 - Nov 2017

Responsible for leading the Human Resource function for 125 employees in a manufacturing facility. •Coordinates and communicates plant HR initiatives with corporate HR partners to ensure alignment with the HR strategy. •Implements and manages corporate HR strategies within the facility. •Member of the local Senior Leadership Team; understands business drivers and connects people objectives to business objectives. •Collaborate with leadership in all employee relations issues to… Show more Responsible for leading the Human Resource function for 125 employees in a manufacturing facility. •Coordinates and communicates plant HR initiatives with corporate HR partners to ensure alignment with the HR strategy. •Implements and manages corporate HR strategies within the facility. •Member of the local Senior Leadership Team; understands business drivers and connects people objectives to business objectives. •Collaborate with leadership in all employee relations issues to maintain compliance with HR policies, procedures, and processes to mitigate liability risks and ensure consistent and equitable application across all departments. •Conduct talent reviews with leaders to pinpoint strengths and areas of development for their direct reports, using this information to create career development plans. •Work in partnership with OD and training departments to implement management training on such topics as interviewing, coaching, performance reviews, and employee relations. •Drive employee engagement through positive work environments utilizing daily walk-arounds on the manufacturing floor, roundtable meetings, state of the business meetings, and site newsletter. •Utilizes HR metrics to understand how HR initiatives support continued growth of the business. •Manages HR budget; makes strategic decisions to support the business. •Administers employee benefits, performance management program, salary administration. Show less Responsible for leading the Human Resource function for 125 employees in a manufacturing facility. •Coordinates and communicates plant HR initiatives with corporate HR partners to ensure alignment with the HR strategy. •Implements and manages corporate HR strategies within the facility. •Member of the local Senior Leadership Team; understands business drivers and connects people objectives to business objectives. •Collaborate with leadership in all employee relations issues to… Show more Responsible for leading the Human Resource function for 125 employees in a manufacturing facility. •Coordinates and communicates plant HR initiatives with corporate HR partners to ensure alignment with the HR strategy. •Implements and manages corporate HR strategies within the facility. •Member of the local Senior Leadership Team; understands business drivers and connects people objectives to business objectives. •Collaborate with leadership in all employee relations issues to maintain compliance with HR policies, procedures, and processes to mitigate liability risks and ensure consistent and equitable application across all departments. •Conduct talent reviews with leaders to pinpoint strengths and areas of development for their direct reports, using this information to create career development plans. •Work in partnership with OD and training departments to implement management training on such topics as interviewing, coaching, performance reviews, and employee relations. •Drive employee engagement through positive work environments utilizing daily walk-arounds on the manufacturing floor, roundtable meetings, state of the business meetings, and site newsletter. •Utilizes HR metrics to understand how HR initiatives support continued growth of the business. •Manages HR budget; makes strategic decisions to support the business. •Administers employee benefits, performance management program, salary administration. Show less

Regional HR Generalist/Business Partner

• Jul 2010 - Oct 2016

As the Regional HR Generalist for Ariva I was responsible for providing generalist leadership to multi-site distribution facilities throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast. •Recruited for all levels of positions utilizing targeted selection tools, filling most positions within a 30-day timeframe. •Supported employee retention and engagement by managing all pre-employment activities with candidates and administering new employee onboarding program, including continued… Show more As the Regional HR Generalist for Ariva I was responsible for providing generalist leadership to multi-site distribution facilities throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast. •Recruited for all levels of positions utilizing targeted selection tools, filling most positions within a 30-day timeframe. •Supported employee retention and engagement by managing all pre-employment activities with candidates and administering new employee onboarding program, including continued management of onboarding program. •Implemented affirmative action recruitment by developing relationships with minority and community organizations. •Developed and facilitated in-person and web-based trainings on HR program initiatives for local and senior level management, including following topics: recruitment and onboarding programs, progressive discipline, applicant tracking, affirmative action progress and goals, and new manager’s guide. •Collaborated with management on all aspects of progressive discipline, safeguarding legal compliance and mitigating risk. •Ensured compliance with applicable state and federal laws, including ADA, FLSA, Title VII and others, including: -Reviewed and determined independent contractor status for submitted candidates in compliance with IRS criteria. -Administered all aspects of FMLA, STD and personal LOAs, from determination of leave eligibility to overlap with workers compensation and / or ADA coverage.

HR Generalist

• Jul 2010 - Oct 2016

Human Resource Generalist Provide day-to-day operational HR support to 350 employees in a manufacturing and distribution facility. •Develop, communicate, interpret, and administer HR policies and programs to support and move the company forward. •Strengthen relationships between management and employees to support an open door environment. •Support strategic and tactical plans to create a safety conscious environment resulting in employee safety and well-being, including… Show more Human Resource Generalist Provide day-to-day operational HR support to 350 employees in a manufacturing and distribution facility. •Develop, communicate, interpret, and administer HR policies and programs to support and move the company forward. •Strengthen relationships between management and employees to support an open door environment. •Support strategic and tactical plans to create a safety conscious environment resulting in employee safety and well-being, including organizing Worker’s Compensation reporting and timely submission to the insurance company. •Facilitate organizational development programs to recruit and retain high performing employees.

HR Specialist

• Jul 2007 - Jul 2010

Promoted from HR Assistant to HR Specialist within 9 months. Provided HR support to 37 small to mid-size client companies with approximately 700 worksite employees via on-site support. Partnered with all levels of client companies’ reporting structure in developing HR strategies most appropriate for clients. •Prepared and administered progressive discipline programs. Investigated all complaints of harassment… Show more Promoted from HR Assistant to HR Specialist within 9 months. Provided HR support to 37 small to mid-size client companies with approximately 700 worksite employees via on-site support. Partnered with all levels of client companies’ reporting structure in developing HR strategies most appropriate for clients. •Prepared and administered progressive discipline programs. Investigated all complaints of harassment, discrimination, and unfair work practices and determined appropriate actions. •Provided education on employment law, counseled on legal and employee relations issues to avoid litigation, and assisted with EEO, FLSA, HIPAA and other legal concerns. •Determined FMLA and LOA eligibility and sent notification and certification paperwork. Monitored employee utilization of leave programs for compliance and notified when leave status was exhausted. •Administered company benefits program, including providing notification of employee eligibility, delivering onsite benefit meetings, providing appropriate paperwork for qualifying event changes, and managing annual open enrollment. •Facilitated trainings that supported employee development and ensured legal compliance. Topics included: anti-harassment and discrimination, workplace violence, FMLA, and health and wellness programs. Prepared and delivered monthly safety training. Created and conducted new hire orientations.

HR Assistant

• Nov 2006 - Jul 2007

Supported 3 HR Specialists, HR Manager, HR Director, and Vice-President / General Manager in day-to-day HR activities. •Managed close to 1,400 employee personnel and confidential files, performing periodic file audits which sustained compliance and completeness. •Enabled determination of hiring eligibility by submitting background checks, tracking progress and reviewing results against client specific criteria. •Invoiced client companies for background checks, drug tests, and… Show more Supported 3 HR Specialists, HR Manager, HR Director, and Vice-President / General Manager in day-to-day HR activities. •Managed close to 1,400 employee personnel and confidential files, performing periodic file audits which sustained compliance and completeness. •Enabled determination of hiring eligibility by submitting background checks, tracking progress and reviewing results against client specific criteria. •Invoiced client companies for background checks, drug tests, and newspaper advertisements and prepared client specific reports.

Account Manager

• Sep 2005 - Nov 2006

Recruited and placed temporary employees in clerical positions. Interviewed, administered testing and reference checks, and hired qualified applicants. •Prepared new hire paperwork and entered employee’s information in FastPro HRIS, applying thorough attention to detail and organizational skills. •Monitored progress of employees through routine quality checks, performing counseling and resolving worksite issues as needed. •Developed and maintained successful customer relationships… Show more Recruited and placed temporary employees in clerical positions. Interviewed, administered testing and reference checks, and hired qualified applicants. •Prepared new hire paperwork and entered employee’s information in FastPro HRIS, applying thorough attention to detail and organizational skills. •Monitored progress of employees through routine quality checks, performing counseling and resolving worksite issues as needed. •Developed and maintained successful customer relationships through regular visits, follow-up calls, and community involvement.

Project Manager

• Feb 2004 - Sep 2005

•Managed and organized all aspects of customer projects, including customer relations, design development, material planning, production, shipping and receiving, and final delivery. •Defined project requirements and critical paths •Determined organizational resources and provided necessary information and requirements to ensure project commitments were met. •Monitored project status daily, anticipated problems, and expedited resolutions to potential project setbacks. •Evaluated the… Show more •Managed and organized all aspects of customer projects, including customer relations, design development, material planning, production, shipping and receiving, and final delivery. •Defined project requirements and critical paths •Determined organizational resources and provided necessary information and requirements to ensure project commitments were met. •Monitored project status daily, anticipated problems, and expedited resolutions to potential project setbacks. •Evaluated the success of completed projects and incorporated feedback into corrective action processes for future projects.

Product Data Management Analyst

• Feb 2001 - Feb 2004

•Established accurate manufacturing bills of material utilizing the JDEdwards system to be used in material resource planning for two manufacturing and two assembly facilities. •Created routing and standard costs for manufactured components and finished goods. •Produced rework and alternate bills of material for assembly locations.

Project Administrator

• Oct 2000 - Feb 2001

•Communicated with customers, sales, manufacturing, and assembly to ensure completion and timely delivery of finished products •Analyzed and reported on time delivery information to Project Managers •Prepared quotes for customers •Entered sales orders for projects •Maintained inventory for ongoing programs

Travel Agent

• 1997 - 2000

•Book airline, hotel, and car rentals for corporate clients •Book airline, hotel, and car rentals for corporate clients