Alex Koeppen
Sheboygan
Summary
Professional recruiter with proven track record in talent acquisition and candidate relationship management. Skilled in sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding top talent while fostering collaborative team environment. Known for adaptability, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in using recruitment software and tools to drive results and meet hiring goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter/Talent Coordinator
Old Wisconsin Sausage
Sheboygan, WI
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborat with hiring managers to define role requirements and create accurate job descriptions.
- Manage full-cycle recruitment for various positions, ensuring alignment with company culture.
- Conduct thorough interviews, assessing candidates' skills and fit within organizational values.
- Conduct reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Manage the company's ,mentor and employee recognition programs
HR Assistant
Old Wisconsin Sausage
Sheboygan, WI
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with Talent Coordinator to recruit and fill positions, ensuring timely hires.
- Attend job fairs/ hiring events and SHRM meetings to network and attract talent
- Responsible for recruiting 28 seasonal employees
- Assist in organizing employee events, enhancing company culture.
- Manage employee onboarding program, implementing engaging orientations
- Responsible for administrative duties including greeting visitors, ordering supplies, and entering training documents.
HR Intern
Old Wisconsin Sausage
Sheboygan, WI
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Updated and maintained employee records to respond quickly to requests
- Assisted in recruitment and onboarding of employees
- Extended 90+ full time and 20 seasonal job offers within a year
- Performed weekly orientations
- Managed improvements to orientation procedures
- Developed systems for tracking and managing seasonal staff
Cake Decorator/Bakery Sales Clerk
Piggly Wiggly
Sheboygan Falls, WI
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Stocked and faced bakery cases with daily offerings.
- Discussed cake design options, available flavors and specific event needs.
- Developed and maintained specific knowledge of donuts, cakes, muffins, pies, cookies and other bakery items to communicate with and assist customers in selection of product.
- Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.
Client Service Representative
Commerce State Bank
Sheboygan, WI
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
- Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
- Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
- Educated clients on account services and resolved client inquiries regarding statement information and account balances.
- Communicated with clients regarding account services, statements, and balances.
General Manager
Cold Stone Creamery
Sheboygan, WI
05.2018 - 11.2021
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Human Resources Management
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
Green Bay, WI05.2023
Skills
- Job Placements
- HR Support
- Recruitment Management
- HR Policies
Timeline
Recruiter/Talent Coordinator
Old Wisconsin Sausage
09.2024 - Current
HR Assistant
Old Wisconsin Sausage
10.2023 - 09.2024
HR Intern
Old Wisconsin Sausage
10.2022 - 10.2023
Client Service Representative
Commerce State Bank
01.2022 - 10.2022
Cake Decorator/Bakery Sales Clerk
Piggly Wiggly
06.2021 - 01.2023
General Manager
Cold Stone Creamery
05.2018 - 11.2021
Bachelor Of Science - Human Resources Management
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay