Amanda Jewell
Pinson,AL
Summary
Driven HR professional with a proven track record at Kamtek, adept in leveraging ADP Workforce Now and Workday to enhance HR functions. Excelled in boosting employee retention through effective relations and streamlined onboarding processes. Skilled in payroll processing and benefits administration, demonstrating exceptional communication abilities and a knack for problem-solving. Additionally, a well rounded, organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Coordinator
Kamtek Magna Cosma
2023.03 - Current
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
- Administered and created a variety of reports for different areas of Human Resources and other departments based on needs of information requested.
- ADP Workforce Now, Reporting, and ADP Enhanced Time
- Workday Systems and Reporting
- Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
- Managed benefits administration, ensuring timely enrollment and accurate recordkeeping.
- Organized corporate events to foster team bonding experiences that contributed to higher camaraderie among staff members.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and reduced administrative workload.
- Supported employee relations, cultivating retention with welcoming and inclusive work culture.
- Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management, resolving conflicts swiftly when needed.
- Established solid relationships between departments by providing well-rounded support across various teams.
- Complied with labor laws and regulations while managing payroll functions efficiently.
- Assisted in the management of FMLA/LOA requests, ensuring timely processing and accurate tracking of leaves taken.
- Process Full - Cycle Payroll weekly & bi - weekly.
- Complete weekly & bi-weekly payroll for 1000 - 1300 employees.
- Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
- Reduced payroll errors by diligently auditing employee timecards and promptly addressing discrepancies.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues.
- Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
- Served as primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, resolving issues promptly and accurately.
- Facilitated new hire orientations, providing comprehensive information on company-sponsored benefit programs.
- Streamlined all aspects of annual benefit plan renewals-ensuring a seamless transition for employees while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
Staffing Coordinator
Solutions, ZLA
2021.05 - 2023.03
- Increased client satisfaction by maintaining thorough knowledge of client needs and matching suitable candidates for open positions.
- Streamlined and executed all onboarding for new hires, facilitating a smooth transition into their roles and supporting employee retention efforts.
- Administered weekly reports for payroll department.
- Worked closely with other departments within the organization to address workforce planning needs effectively.
- Developed and facilitated new-hire orientations.
- Managed a database of qualified candidates, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information to expedite the hiring process.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Coordinated candidate interviews with hiring managers, ensuring a smooth and efficient interview process for all parties involved.
- Conducted thorough reference checks on prospective employees to verify qualifications and mitigate potential risks.
- Established strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their specific needs and fill open positions quickly.
- Optimized job descriptions for SEO purposes, increasing visibility in search results and driving traffic to postings on the company website.
- Organized regular networking events for passive candidates, establishing a pipeline of qualified talent for future openings.
- Scheduled and conducted 60-75 interviews each week.
- Organized and Executed all onboarding and orientation for each customer.
- Managed each employee and contract independently.
Press Production Operator
Topre America
2017.04 - 2020.09
- Monitored machinery to identify concerns, make corrections, or report complex problems.
- Assisting the crane operator set up new bolsters for the next job.
- Die Changes - A/B Bolster and manual die changes (T3).
- Operating Hydraulic Presses - S1, S2, 2500 Ton A and B, T3 & T4.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Supported workplace safety through strict adherence to safety protocols and regular inspections of machinery.
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Boosted team productivity by training new hires and cross-training existing employees on multiple tasks.
- Operated top-of-the-line equipment while adhering to safety procedures and effectively generated results.
- Demonstrated proper use of equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
- 5S
- Work independently with little to no supervision.
- Multiple Q&A checks during production for each job to ensure excellent quality and customer satisfaction.
- Making and applying WIP labels to containers - ensuring they are correct when applied to each container.
- Traveling to customer with team members to fix any Q&A issues.
Education
SHRM - CP Certification -
SHRM
05.2025
HIPPA Certification -
HIPPA Certification
05.2024
No Degree -
FMLA Administration - Certification
05.2024
No Degree - BLS
American Heart Association
02.2024
High School Diploma -
Clay Chalkville Highschool
Clay, AL05.2015
Skills
- Employee Relations
- Microsoft Office
- Benefits Administration
- HR Policies Compliance
- Payroll Administration
- Payroll Processing
- Recruiting
- Customer Relations
- Report Generation
- Talent Acquisition
- Background Checks
- Exit Interviews
- Exceptional communicator
- Workforce improvements
- Problem-Solving
- HRIS
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Employment Record Verification
- ADP Workforce Now
- ADP Enhanced Time
- ADP Talent Profile
- Workday Advanced Reporting
- Workday Integration
- Workday Performance Management
- Workday Benefits
- Workday Compensation
- Workday Onboarding
- Kronos Workforce Payroll
Timeline
Human Resources Coordinator
Kamtek Magna Cosma
2023.03 - Current
Staffing Coordinator
Solutions, ZLA
2021.05 - 2023.03
Press Production Operator
Topre America
2017.04 - 2020.09
SHRM - CP Certification -
SHRM
HIPPA Certification -
HIPPA Certification
No Degree -
FMLA Administration - Certification
No Degree - BLS
American Heart Association
High School Diploma -
Clay Chalkville Highschool
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