Adalinda Barillas

Laid off due to reduction in force.

• Managed all HR-related tasks for 350+ employees including benefits, onboarding new hires, training, offboarding, leave of absence, employee relations, HR compliance, and implementation processes.
• Oversaw annual renewal process by assessing current plans in comparison to new offerings provided by carriers, aimed at optimizing benefits while controlling costs.
• Guaranteed compliance with federal regulations governing employee benefits programs, such as COBRA and HIPAA laws to protect company and employees' rights and benefits
• Implemented Lattice performance management system and improved employee engagement
• Investigated complex employee relation issues from inception to resolution
• Managed and administered all Leave of Absence processes, including FMLA, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Parental Leave, and ADA
• Mitigated risk of legal issues by monitoring regulation of labor laws, such as EEOC, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, and Title VII of Civil Rights Act.

• Contributed to fostering positive work environment by orchestrating company events, such as team-building activities and celebratory functions
• Oversaw comprehensive employee benefit programs encompassing health, dental, and vision plans, retirement options, life insurance, and vacation leave to retain top talent while supporting employee well-being
• Maximized company success by managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including creating and posting job advertisements, screening applications, conducting interviews, and tracking applicants on spreadsheet
• Streamlined executive schedules and optimized office operations upon joining the company
• Revamped office budget management, significantly reducing expenditures.

• Promoted higher job satisfaction and productivity by conducting interviews, facilitating hiring decisions, supervising onboarding process, and ensuring smooth integration of new hires into respective teams
• Managed weekly schedules and guaranteed appropriate staffing levels based on business demands
• Served as liaison to District Manager by thoroughly analyzing and reporting weekly financial and performance metrics
• Improved overall performance by implementing safety procedures, developing self-development strategies, and fostering motivation through effective training and regular evaluations
• Reduced payroll-related issues by reviewing, rectifying, and approving timecards for 11 members via ADP Workforce Now.

• Ensured optimal store performance by maintaining comprehensive understanding of job roles and frequently engaging in performing business duties
• Provided guidance and mentorship to new employees, while confirming adherence to company policies and procedures
• Improved customer service and increased sales by streamlining store's daily operations, as well as effectively managing both staff and inventory.

• Demonstrated effective recruiting skills by actively participating in high-volume interviews at job fairs, overseeing onboarding process, and providing training to new store managers
• Addressed employee issues promptly, performed corrective actions, and made tough decisions regarding employment termination
• Provided strong leadership and motivation to team members for driving higher productivity within store
• Improved customer satisfaction and team morale by resolving conflicts for both team members and customers, as well as ensuring positive shopping experience and harmonious work environment
• Optimized resource utilization and increased profitability by supervising day-to-day store operations and promoting efficiency.