Barbara Navarrete
Corsicana,Texas
Summary
Accomplished Human Resources Generalist with a proven track record at Collin Street Bakery, specializing in benefits administration and fostering inclusive workplace environments. Expert in HRIS systems and adept at enhancing employee engagement. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to promoting diversity, significantly improving recruitment processes and employee satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Generalist
Collin Street Bakery
08.2021 - Current
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Updated key human resource metrics on turnover and terminations using reporting tools on HRMS database.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute diversity and inclusion initiatives, promoting an inclusive workplace environment.
- Understood, interpreted and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs.
- Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
- Collaborated with payroll to complete and upload pay data and worked with managers to support proper wage and hour compliance.
- Conducted career fairs, screened resumes and interviewed applicants to build candidate pipelines and enhance company culture.
- Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
- Processed unemployment claims and acted as company representative at unemployment hearings.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decisionmaking.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
HR Generalist
Collin Street Bakery
08.1998 - 12.2019
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies.
- Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
- Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
GED -
Navarro College
Corsicana, TX01-2009
Skills
- Employee onboarding
- Benefits administration
- HR policies implementation
- HRIS systems
- Compensation and benefits
- Employee file management
- Workers compensation
- Termination procedures
- Recruitment
- New employee orientations
- Onboarding processes
- Payroll processing
- Recruitment strategies
- Background checks
- Payroll management
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Human Resources Generalist
Collin Street Bakery
08.2021 - Current
HR Generalist
Collin Street Bakery
08.1998 - 12.2019
GED -
Navarro College
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