Alisha Williams, M.B.A, PHR
Chicago,IL
Summary
Strategic business partner, team oriented, self motivated leader that has collaborated with management and employees for service and support for the last 13 years. Recognized as a professional with proven ability to drive change, develop employees and partner with leadership to assist with business goals and initiatives. Experience evaluating employee performance, executing succession initiatives and introducing training programs to optimize organizational efficiency. Sound decision maker focused on service quality, organizational effectiveness, and internal and external customer satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Human Resources Manager
Sherwin-Williams
Chicago, IL
03.2023 - Current
- Develop and manage the HR department budget.
- Advise senior management on labor relations issues such as collective bargaining agreements and contract negotiations.
- Review job descriptions for accuracy and relevance to ensure legal compliance.
- Develop strategies for improving organizational development activities including succession planning and career pathing initiatives.
- Facilitate employee dispute resolution processes by providing mediation services when necessary.
- Prepare reports detailing various aspects of human resources operations such as staffing levels, salary ranges, compensation plans.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the HR department based on feedback from internal stakeholders.
- Implement diversity initiatives designed to promote an inclusive work environment where everyone is respected regardless of race, gender identity and expression or sexual orientation.
- Worked closely with legal counsel on matters pertaining to labor regulations and employment law.
- Provided HR policy guidance, interpretation, and advice to line managers.
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
- Developed hiring and recruitment policies to drive transparent and fair hiring process for selecting candidates on basis of merit and relevance with job.
Human Resources Business Partner
Cresco Labs
Chicago, IL
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Supported performance management guidance to managers and supervisors at multi operation and retail site locations .
- Collaborated with colleagues in the human resources department to develop policies, programs, and solutions.
- Interpreted labor law and collective bargaining agreement to the leadership team.
- Developed and nurtured partnerships to bridge the divide between management and employees.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with legal requirements pertinent to the day-to-day management of employees; collaborated with the legal department when necessary.
- Mediated and resolved high level employee relations issues; conducted thorough and objective investigations.
- Supported quarterly performance assessments to increase employee retention and performance improvement.
- Handled all union grievances and investigated all employee relations complaints.
- Analyzed data trends and metrics to inform business decisions.
- Identified training needs and create or procure a professional development curriculum.
- Conducted monthly meetings with leadership to relationship build, provide HR advice and stay informed on operational needs and challenges.
- Collaborated with management and personnel to resolve conflicts and help facilitate positive employee relations, maintain a good work environment and build morale.
- Maintained knowledge of Federal and Illinois Labor Law, in addition to company policies and procedures.
Human Resources Manager Consultant
Huyo (US) Logistics Inc
Los Angeles, CA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Advise management on the administration of human resources policies and procedures.
- Serve as internal consultants by analyzing company’s current HR programs and practices and recommend solutions.
- Coordinate, develop and facilitate training programs to leadership team and Human Resources personnel.
- Effectively advise management on FLSA standards and California labor and employment law.
- Present training sessions related to specific HR programs.
- Liaison with management and employees to answer inquiries, administer contracts and support problem resolution.
- Implement employee engagement and development activities, presentations and training to maximize productivity and unite workforce.
Employee Relations Manager
Jetstream Ground Services
Los Angeles, CA
12.2018 - 12.2020
- Investigated, arbitrated and resolved high level employee complaints and issues.
- Guided managers and supervisors on resolving discipline issues and employee grievances.
- Facilitated regular meetings to discuss and develop plans to positively influence workplace relationships.
- Provided advice and guidance to leadership and non-management personnel in resolving work-related problems.
- Mediated conflict and employment issues to avoid litigation.
- Represented company interest through monitoring employee concerns and providing thoughtful, remedial recommendations to senior leadership.
- Provided strategic direction for the human resources management team.
- Designed and managed employee relationships initiatives.
- Established measures to promote equality in regard to language, diversity in culture, to ensure equal access to opportunity and advancement.
- Met with high-level decision-makers to outline the organization’s HR goals, identified opportunities to improve processes, provided recommendations to improve employee morale and boost performance.
Human Resources Manager
Flying Food Group LLC
Los Angeles, CA
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Partnered and supported over 1500 employees at all levels, including executive leadership at multi site locations.
- Directed all human resources functions including, recruitment, hiring, employee relations, benefits and labor relations.
- Led and managed the Human Resources audit process for compliance purposes.
- Decreased the number of employees on protected leave of absences by creating and implementing a tracking system and interactive process.
- Collaborated with Payroll, Talent Acquisition, Operations and Legal to improve processes.
- Created, planned and conducted trainings monthly for 13 Human Resources Personnel to enhance employee relations subject matter expertise.
- Ensured compliance with all State and Federal regulations including EEO, ADA, and FMLA for the Office/Sales Divisions. Coordinates implementation of HR related programs, policies and procedures.
Human Resources Generalist/Recruiter
City of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, Ca
04.2009 - 08.2016
- Reviewed federal and state laws to confirm and enforce company compliance. Conducted benefits administration for over 600 benefit-eligible employees.
- Created and managed more than 600 confidential personnel records.
- Developed creative recruiting strategies that met anticipated staffing needs.
- Partnered with hiring managers and Personnel Division for staffing needs.
- Maintained relationships with external entities for candidate referrals.
- Recruitment of diverse applicants.
- Researched and recommended new sources for candidate recruiting.
- Recruited for positions through out California.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Keller Graduate School of Management
Long Beach, Ca05.2009
Master of Science - Public Safety Administration
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California State University
Long Beach, CA05.1998
Skills
- ADP
- Paylocity
- Jobvite
- Paycom
- Google Suite
- Proliant
- Time Clock Plus
- Wurk
Knowledge and Expertise
- Change Management
- Process Improvement
- Staff Recruitment and Retention
- Conflict Resolution and Management
- Employee and Training Development
- Employee/Labor Law
- Relationship Management
- Diversity Improvements
- Succession Planning
- Performance Management
Community Service
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
Certification
- Diversity Equity Inclusion In the Workplace,University of South Florida - 2021
- OSHA 30 - 2021
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - 2020
Timeline
Plant Human Resources Manager
Sherwin-Williams
03.2023 - Current
Human Resources Business Partner
Cresco Labs
11.2021 - 03.2023
Human Resources Manager Consultant
Huyo (US) Logistics Inc
01.2021 - 01.2022
Employee Relations Manager
Jetstream Ground Services
12.2018 - 12.2020
Human Resources Manager
Flying Food Group LLC
08.2016 - 12.2018
Human Resources Generalist/Recruiter
City of Los Angeles
04.2009 - 08.2016
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Keller Graduate School of Management
Master of Science - Public Safety Administration
Lewis University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California State University