Director of Human Resources

• Dec 2022 - Present

Director of Human Resources & Environmental Health and Safety

• 2006 - Oct 2022

Active Minerals International (AMI) is a global leader in the production, supply, and marketing of kaolin and gel quality attapulgite clay minerals for industrial, agricultural, and construction-related applications. Director of Human Resources & Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), 2015 – Present Preceding positions: Director of EHS, 2013 – 2015 Director of HR & Health and Safety, 2009 – 2013 HR Manager, 2007 – 2009 Assistant Controller, 2006 – 2007 I oversee global HR operations encompassing organizational planning and development, talent acquisition and management, workforce planning, succession planning, compensation and benefits, training and development, and employee relations; lead 8 team members. Develop short and long-term HR and EHS plans and align with corporate goals; serve as a strategic business partner with the leadership teams. Member of the Executive Team, Health and Benefits Committee, Academy E2L Team, and 401K Committee; promote collaboration. My successes included: • Enhanced HR operational efficiencies; developed and improved policies, processes, and systems. • Implemented multiple HR Information Systems; improved performance management. • Grew employee headcount 18% in 6 months and reduced time to fill hourly positions 65% during labor shortages. • Reduced workers compensation claims 93%; designed a Safety Management System. • Lowered Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) penalties 98% and MSHA citations 75%. • Decreased benefit costs and expanded employee benefit options. • Increased employee engagement and retention; instituted positive employer-employee relationships; developed a recognition program. • Key contributor with navigating the organization through the pandemic crisis; developed safety protocols; designed and facilitated safety training. • Developed team members into leadership roles through coaching and mentoring. • Conducted training sessions on EHS, career advancement, performance management, and FMLA. Show less

Human Resources Manager

• 1988 - 2006

SUN Automation Group is a global industry leader providing corrugated box plants with innovative equipment for feeding, printing, and converting. Human Resources Manager, 2004 – 2006 Human Resources Manager & Accounting Manager, 1990 – 2004 Preceding positions (1988 – 1990): Human Resources Administrator, Bookkeeper, and Receptionist I developed and led the HR department with responsibility for the execution of the strategic plan, talent acquisition and management, performance management, benefits administration, training and development, employee relations, and compliance; provided key support with organizational planning and development. Served as the Chairperson of the Safety Committee and as a member of the Employer Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Committee and 401K Committee. Key accomplishments included: • Optimized HR operational efficiencies; created and implemented policies and processes; aligned HR initiatives with organizational goals. • Improved employee culture, engagement, and retention; promoted a high level of employee morale and motivation; established positive employer-employee relationships. • Attained benefit savings and increased employee options; conducted successful vendor negotiations. Show less