Well-qualified human resource professional with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resource Manager
Barrell Craft Spirits, LLC
02.2023 - Current
Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
Assisted with design and implementation of various employee benefits programs.
Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
Educated employees on company policy and kept employee handbook current.
Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
Oversaw workers' compensation program for employees injured on job.
Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees and distributed all paperwork.
Monitored administration of benefits program to maintain compliance with employee insurance program.
Conducted exit interviews to better understand reasons why employees were separating from company.
Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 55-employee company
Human Resource Director
Huber's Orchard & Winery
05.2019 - 02.2023
Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission.
Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
Processed W-2s, 1099s and other year-end reports to remain in compliance with state and federal laws.
Processed garnishments from creditors or government agencies to meet legal requirements of deducting money from employees' paychecks to pay off debts.
Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall company culture.
Counseled administration, faculty and staff regarding harassment, hiring practices, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) issues.
Oversaw workers' compensation program for employees injured on job.
Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
Advised senior management on organizational development and change management initiatives.
Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues and prepared position statements for EEOC.
Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
Facilitated FMLA, employee group health, health savings accounts, dental and vision, accident and disability, life insurance and wellness benefits.
Coordinated benefits and process enrollments, changes and terminations for benefit plans.
Performed periodic audits of HR files and records to verify proper collection and filing of documents.
Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options
Human Resource Generalist
Flexible Materials, Inc.
02.2016 - 05.2019
Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
Met with staff to resolve difficult situations related to performance and conflict management.
Implemented and supervised orientation procedures for new hires.
Developed and enforced company policy and procedures relating to human resources activity.
Conducted confidential investigations of discrimination, harassment and workplace violence.
Developed and built internal and external relationships with project teams, department managers and consultant teams to improve delivery of HR services.
Explained and administered medical insurance, disability and flexible spending accounts.
Scheduled and coordinated interviews between hiring managers and potential candidates.
Participated in recruitment and selection process for new hires.
Updated and maintained employee attendance records.
Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Developed and maintained HR policies and procedures.
Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
Enabled transition of 85 employees from paper time off request forms to electronic, eliminating manual time entry
Human Resource Assistant
Spectrum Healthcare Services
05.2015 - 02.2016
Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits and other HR topics.
Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
Checked references for potential candidates.
Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
Scheduled and coordinated interviews between hiring managers and potential candidates.
Compiled employee records from individual departments to maintain central files.
Helped employees register for benefits programs using online portals.
Aided staff with employee performance review paperwork and documentation.
Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Education
MBA -
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business
Indiana University Southeast
New Albany, IN
05.2015
Skills
Policy Development and Enforcement
Benefits and Compensation Management
Employee Support
Recruitment and Hiring
Performance Review Management
Grievance Resolution
Biweekly Payroll Processing
Human Resource Information System (HRIS)
Unemployment Claims
Recruitment Oversight
Direct Deposit Processing
Employment Tax Knowledge
Affiliations
National Society of Human Resource Management member
Southern Indiana Society of Human Resource Management member
Louisville Society of Human Resource Management member
Certification
SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
Work Availability
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