Tonya Hudson
West Chester
Summary
Creative and self-starting professional with a talent for anticipating needs, managing priorities, and multitasking effectively to meet corporate deadlines. Recognized for professionalism, resourcefulness, and dependability in supporting organizational goals. Built a positive reputation for quick and accurate assessment of situations using strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Experience has honed the ability to cultivate strong relationships across all departments within an organization. Versatile skill set to drive success whether working within a team, collaborating cross-functionally, or tackling projects solo.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource Manager
Novolex/Heritage Bag
12.2018 - 03.2025
- Partnered effectively with employees, managers and corporate contacts to handle general HR demands.
- Strategically managed employee development and improvement plans including goal development, coaching, training, rewards and recognition.
- Handled associate relationship cases (low performer/long sick leave/attendance issues) to ensure legal compliance as well as company policies.
- Administered benefit programs for all employees at the manufacturing plant.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
- Perform exit interviews in order to help improve employee relations.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
Onsite Manager
MS Companies
02.2017 - 11.2018
- Processed payroll for 72 + employees with ADP payroll systems
- Recruited and overseen new hire on-boarding processes.
- Managed attendance warnings and employee relation issues
- Conducted safety training for all new hires and conduct monthly and weekly safety check-ins with employees
- Terminated employees per customer requests
- Conducted several weekly plant tours for potential new hires
- Worked closely with Valeo HR team to keep MS Companies compliant with company policies
- Run reports daily to administer information to Valeo HR and corporate office in Indianapolis, IN
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Human Resource Manager
R and R Steel
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Developed company policies and drug screenings for the Drug Free Workplace programs.
- Conducted interviews for additional office staff and field employees.
- Created and completed new hire forms, pay rate change forms, termination exit interview forms and address change forms.
- Worked with Mass Mutual to start up company’s first 401k plan for all employees.
- Managed employee benefit program and helped to create a summary of benefits for employees.
- Tracked of all safety certifications and scheduled additional training as needed (OSHA, Forklift, CPR/First Aid, Post-tension)
- Arranged drug screenings for monthly random and new hires with Screening
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
- Prepared I-9 audit and employee file audit
- Organized and created companies first employee handbook
- Managed safety manuals and employee certifications for forklift, OSHA, CPR, First Aid, and Post-tension certifications
- Performed payroll for prevailing wage construction jobs on LCP Tracker website
- Created companies first new hire application, new hire forms and new hire packets
HR HRIS/Benefit Specialist
LSI Industries
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Conducted drug screenings and background checks, created offer letters for corporate positions
- Administer accurate benefits data and files in order to attract, retain and motivate employees.
- Keeps apprised of federal, state, and local leave laws and regulations in order to ensure Company compliance.
- Helped manage and support the Safety Program. Worked as a lead on the safety committee.
- Collaborated with payroll department to ensure accurate deductions related to employee benefits were applied each pay cycle.
- Counseled employees experiencing life events, guiding them through the necessary steps to update their benefit elections accordingly.
- Successfully managed leave of absence requests, ensuring timely communication with employees and proper documentation.
- Maintained accurate records of all employee benefits transactions, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
HR Benefit/Leave Specialist
SanMar
11.2012 - 07.2014
- Tracked and reviewed workers compensation claims to ensure they are reported in a timely fashion and are in compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
- Coordinated with TPA on all eligible claims. Develop, coordinate, implement and administer work procedures and policies for workers compensation claims.
- Negotiated favorable return-to-work arrangements with managers, promoting a smooth transition for employees on extended leave.
- Leveraged data analysis skills to monitor patterns in leave usage and inform strategic decision-making efforts within the organization.
- Developed strong relationships with employees on leave, fostering trust and open communication throughout the process.
HR EDI Administrator
Luxottica Retail
03.2010 - 11.2012
HR Occupational Health Specialist
Luxottica Retail
11.2008 - 11.2010
Education
BA - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH01-2025
Skills
- Data retention management
- Coaching and guidance
- Compensation management
- Action plan development
- Candidate evaluation and onboarding
- Payroll management
- Compliance management
- Onboarding and orientation
- Employee retention
- Recordkeeping
- Background checks
- Online position posting
- Exit interviews
Timeline
Human Resource Manager
Novolex/Heritage Bag
12.2018 - 03.2025
Onsite Manager
MS Companies
02.2017 - 11.2018
Human Resource Manager
R and R Steel
02.2016 - 10.2016
HR HRIS/Benefit Specialist
LSI Industries
09.2014 - 08.2015
HR Benefit/Leave Specialist
SanMar
11.2012 - 07.2014
HR EDI Administrator
Luxottica Retail
03.2010 - 11.2012
HR Occupational Health Specialist
Luxottica Retail
11.2008 - 11.2010
BA - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
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