Consulting Director of Human Resources

• Mar 2023 - Present

Manager, HR Business Partner - CA/IL

• Apr 2021 - Mar 2023

- Acts as a lead partner with the business in identifying solutions, managing employee relations and overseeing the day to day management of the employee relation function- In-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. - Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.- Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to leaders (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, corrective actions).- Manages transferees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.- Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.- Identifies training needs for business units and individual leader coaching needs.- In-depth knowledge of state and federal Leave of Absences laws, and management of leave cases. - Evaluate and monitor training programs to ensure objectives are met.- Supports discharge and term activity as needed - Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local employment laws. - Maintain HR information, payroll and timekeeping programs, benefits, and employment records.- Assist in preparing and facilitates the process to obtain and renew work related visas. - Assists Managers with development, review, and update of job descriptions. - Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations. - Understand/comply with quality system and emergency management policy/procedures. - Adhere to all company policies and procedures including safety, IATF16949 and ISO14000 related policies. Show less

Senior HR Generalist

• Jul 2017 - Apr 2021

Human Resources Generalist

• Dec 2015 - Jul 2017

➢ Employee relations and conflict resolution o Providing HR leadership to employees during a period of growth and organizational change, and negotiating win-win compromises in conflict situations. o Reviewed and revised numerous outdated HR materials, including HR policies, job descriptions, audit tools, and the Employee Handbook. o Designed and implemented employee satisfaction surveys to assess key opportunity areas. o Supports and trains supervisors on techniques for handling evaluations, write-ups, and conflict resolution. ➢ Benefits Administrator o Captured a reduction in benefits cost by creatively bundling our benefits offerings. o Solely manage and present open enrollment, plan communications, and reporting requirements for medical, dental, vision, flex spending accounts, and life insurance. o Maintain ACA compliance. ➢ Safety o Created an Emergency Action Plan for each of the 13 locations. o Created a revised IIPP and safety inspection forms. Maintain strict compliance with OSHA regulations. o Design a Safety and Wellness newsletter. o Certified CPR instructor. Train all new hires and current employees. ➢ Workers’ Compensation Administrator o Brought the work comp program into full compliance by updating policies and required documentation. o Created training for supervisors, along with material for them to follow procedure in case of an injury. o Reduced workers comp claims and insurance payout by implementing new safety procedures. ➢ Leave of Absence Administrator • Knowledgeable in Federal and State labor laws. • Manage about 15-20 leave of absences each year. • Implemented electronic record keeping. Show less

HR Manager and Business Operations Manager

• Jun 2013 - Aug 2015

• Created and implemented company HR policies, including hiring, training, incentives and new employee orientation • Wrote employee manual covering issues including disciplinary procedures, code of conduct, FMLA policy and benefits information • Created formal performance review program and disciplinary procedures which reduced approved unemployment claims to under 10% • Cross trained 85% of employees to help increase efficiency and decrease labor costs •Utilized HRIS system ADP EZ Labor manager and RUN payroll to solely manage payroll responsibilities • Bookkeeping : AP, AR, Monthly Quickbook reconciliation • Project management/ LAMP • Manager of Vendor relations • Executive Assistant/ Administrative Assistant/ Office Management • Proficient in ADP systems, Kronos, Quickbooks, Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Salesforce, NetSuite, WordPress Show less

General Manager

• May 2012 - May 2013

• Prepare forecasts and quarterly budgets• In depth knowledge of P & L statements• Certified Selection Specialist and Certified Designated Trainer• Manage all components of training including the new hire training program, new menu roll-outs, and other operational initiative. • Strategically manage operations to produce an increase in Nibo-X • Improve quality control and minimize waste and loss• Developed and cross-trained employees to improve productivity and reduce turnover• Implemented strategies to increase the per person check average by $0.18 Show less

Kitchen Manager and AGM

• Sep 2007 - May 2012

• Manage the kitchen of a high volume corporate dining establishment• Decreased labor costs and raised productivity levels• Decreased food cost by over 5% by identifying clerical and systemic errors• Organized and managed invoicing and billing processes• Conduct weekly inventory counts to analyze usage versus sales• Motivate, train and develop a team of twenty • Quality control with uncompromising health and safety standards