AMY BLEILE
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Strategic and operationally driven leader with a background in HRIS management, production operations, and project management. Experienced in optimizing systems, improving workflows, managing cross-functional projects, and supporting business growth in both corporate and small-batch creative environments. Adept at balancing hands-on execution with high-level planning, client communication, and process improvement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Light + Bark Candle Co.
01.2025 - Current
- Oversee daily small-batch candle production, ensuring quality control, consistency, and on-time fulfillment
- Manage production schedules for retail, wholesale, and private label orders
- Serve as primary point of contact for wholesale and private label clients
- Prepare quotes, pricing models, and cost-of-goods spreadsheets to maintain profitability
- Track inventory levels, place supply orders, and maintain vendor relationships
- Supervise production assistants during large production runs and seasonal launches
- Maintain studio organization, safety standards, and operational efficiency
- Partner with founder on scent development, packaging design, and new product launches
- Analyze production workflows and implement process improvements
- Manage packaging, shipping, and order tracking
- Participate in product testing and quality evaluation
- Standardizing production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
HR Manager, Information Systems & Solutions
Square One Concepts
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Served as Paycom HRIS subject matter expert across 5 concepts and 20 locations
- Presented automation and process optimization strategies to corporate leadership
- Led HRIS updates, workflow enhancements, and system deployment initiatives
- Managed workers’ compensation audits, unemployment claims, benefits administration, and ACA reporting
- Developed API integrations for automated payroll processing and GL mapping
- Streamlined reporting through system hierarchy optimization and enhanced analytics
- Centralized payroll deductions and reimbursements via HRIS automation
- Integrated SharePoint and Microsoft 365 across corporate and operations teams
- Revamped training materials and led ATS deployment companywide
- Previously held roles: HR Manager, HR Generalist
Project Manager
Courier Graphics
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed full lifecycle of print production projects including scheduling, job costing, design coordination, vendor management, and logistics
- Oversaw resource allocation and quality assurance for client deliverables
- Analyzed profitability and implemented continuous process improvements
Business Systems Analyst
DriveTime
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Researched and implemented system improvements across internal business applications
- Served as subject matter expert for account servicing, collections systems, and SQL databases
- Participated in sprint planning and facilitated system enhancements and bug fixes
- Collaborated with operations and vendor teams to optimize processes
Resource Development Manager
Modis
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Assessed client staffing needs and sourced qualified candidates for direct hire and contract roles
- Conducted interviews and managed onboarding processes
- Built strong client and candidate relationships; achieved top onboarding performance in 2014
Human Resources Coordinator
Fox Restaurant Concepts
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Processed payroll for 2,500+ employees across 30 LLCs
- Managed onboarding, garnishments, benefits updates, I-9 compliance, and 401(k) reconciliation
- Developed web-based exit interview system and electronic pay options
- Revised payroll policies and operational toolkits
- Additional roles (2004–2010): Corporate Office Administrator, Restaurant Manager, Trainer, Server
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ2008
Skills
- Production Operations
- Project Management
- Process Optimization
- HRIS Management
- Workflow Automation
- Client Management
- Cost Analysis & Pricing
- Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Compliance & Reporting
- Inventory & Vendor Management
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Training & System Deployment
- System implementation
Websites
SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGIES
- Paycom
- ADP Payforce
- Paylocity
- ClearCompany
- SQL Server
- Microsoft 365
- SharePoint
- Google Workspace
- Canva
- Shopify
- Asana
- Faire
Timeline
Production Manager
Light + Bark Candle Co.
01.2025 - Current
HR Manager, Information Systems & Solutions
Square One Concepts
01.2019 - 01.2023
Project Manager
Courier Graphics
01.2017 - 01.2019
Business Systems Analyst
DriveTime
01.2015 - 01.2017
Resource Development Manager
Modis
01.2014 - 01.2015
Human Resources Coordinator
Fox Restaurant Concepts
01.2010 - 01.2013
No Degree - Business Management
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College