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Amanda Kirby

Greenville,MI

Summary

Dedicated Human Resources professional bringing 7 years of expertise in benefits administration, recruitment and staff development. Talented in bridging gaps between labor forces and management to achieve objectives. Driven and decisive with passion for building and retaining highly effective teams.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Supervisor

Dicastal North America
05.2023 - Current
  • Conducting interviews, recruiting, and vetting new staff
  • Arranging training sessions with all new hires and refresher workshops for existing employees
  • Assisting managers with staff requirements
  • Identifying and addressing employee requirements regarding performance issues, training, and career growth
  • Performing various administrative tasks and accurately processing paperwork
  • Counseling staff on HR policies, practices, and procedures.
  • Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 500 -employee company.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues, resulting in improved workplace morale and minimized turnover rates.
  • Provided ongoing training opportunities for staff members, fostering professional development and career advancement.
  • Assisted in creating a diversity-focused hiring strategy to promote an inclusive workplace culture.
  • Oversaw payroll processing tasks while maintaining accuracy and adherence to deadlines.

Human Resources Generalist

Dicastal North America
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective communication strategies and open-door policies.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased operational efficiency through the development of standard operating procedures.
  • Managed talent acquisition process, resulting in improved candidate quality and faster time-to-fill ratios.
  • Reduced employee turnover by creating a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires.
  • Improved organizational culture and morale through the implementation of employee engagement initiatives.
  • Supported strategic workforce planning by conducting in-depth job analysis and developing job descriptions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute diversity and inclusion initiatives, promoting an inclusive workplace environment.
  • Administered benefits programs effectively, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims for employees.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Spectrum Health
03.2019 - 09.2021
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

Onboarding Specialist

Peoplelink Staffing Solutions
09.2018 - 02.2019
  • Enhanced employee engagement by designing and implementing comprehensive onboarding programs.
  • Streamlined new hire processes by developing efficient task workflows and checklists.
  • Reduced time-to-productivity for new employees through targeted training sessions and mentorship initiatives.
  • Improved retention rates by establishing strong relationships with new hires during their onboarding period.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new staff into company culture and practices.
  • Supported a diverse workforce by creating inclusive and culturally sensitive onboarding materials.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of onboarding strategies, continually updating approaches based on feedback and best practices.
  • Managed multiple onboarding projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments in talent acquisition and employee development to inform best practices in onboarding.

Project Coordinator

Infrasource Hdd
06.2017 - 07.2018
  • Streamlined project management processes by implementing new organizational tools and software.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
  • Decreased project completion times by efficiently prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to team members.
  • Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to project timelines.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.

Assembler

AGA MARVEL
07.2013 - 07.2017
  • Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
  • Reduced assembly errors by following detailed instructions and blueprints for each project.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet production targets consistently.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
  • Streamlined assembly process by suggesting improvements to existing methods, leading to increased productivity.
  • Trained new employees on proper assembly techniques, ensuring quick acclimation to the role and faster overall team results.
  • Ensured timely order fulfillment with efficient prioritization of tasks for various projects simultaneously.

Education

High School Diploma -

High School
Greenville, MI
05.2011

Some College (No Degree) -

Flat River Medical in CNA Training
Greenville, MI

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Office Management
  • Payroll
  • Data Entry
  • Talent acquisition
  • External recruiting
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Human resources
  • Interviewing
  • Project coordination
  • Employment Law Knowledge
  • HR Policies Implementation
  • Training and Development
  • HR Metrics Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Employee Relations Management
  • Talent Acquisition Strategies
  • Policy and Procedure Development
  • Employee Relations
  • Payroll Administration
  • Personnel File Management
  • New Employee Training
  • Benefits Administration
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Human Resource Management

Certification

  • Driver's License
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • CPR Certification

Personal Information

Willing To Relocate: Anywhere

Timeline

Human Resources Supervisor

Dicastal North America
05.2023 - Current

Human Resources Generalist

Dicastal North America
09.2021 - 05.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Spectrum Health
03.2019 - 09.2021

Onboarding Specialist

Peoplelink Staffing Solutions
09.2018 - 02.2019

Project Coordinator

Infrasource Hdd
06.2017 - 07.2018

Assembler

AGA MARVEL
07.2013 - 07.2017

High School Diploma -

High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Flat River Medical in CNA Training
Amanda Kirby