Beth Lahr
Geneva,NY
Summary
Organized Corporate Recruiter with 5+ years of experience. Adept at recruiting for various departments quickly and collaborating with hiring managers. Committed to finding hires in unconventional spaces and knowledgeable about HR practices.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Recruiter
Wadhams Enterprises Inc.
12.2018 - Current
- Improved candidate experience through timely communication, providing feedback, and maintaining transparency throughout hiring process.
- Worked closely with HR team to ensure smooth transition for new hires during onboarding process, including benefits enrollment and orientation sessions.
- Worked closely with 24 managers on their staffing and hiring needs.
- Advertised 200+ job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
- Conducted regular check-ins with multiple new hires during their probationary period to address any concerns or challenges early on, promoting long-term employee retention rates.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Continuously refined recruitment strategies by staying informed of industry best practices and incorporating innovative tools and technologies.
- Personally involved in hiring process of 1000+ employees.
Human Resources Manager
First Choice Transport Inc.
04.2014 - 12.2018
- Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
- Reduced time-to-hire metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods.
- 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.
Fleet Safety Manager
First Choice Transport, Inc.
04.2014 - 12.2018
- Inspected 30 vehicles daily and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
- Monitored driver performance through telematics systems, providing coaching opportunities based on data-driven insights into individual behaviors behind the wheel.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Coordinated bi-annual safety meetings to educate team members on best practices to mitigate hazard opportunities.
- Improved preventive maintenance practices, resulting in fewer vehicle breakdowns and lower repair costs.
- Conducted regular audits of driver logs, ensuring adherence to federal regulations and company policies.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Operations Manager/Owner
Mad Max Specialty Trucking LLC
04.2004 - 04.2014
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Managed efficient team of up to 10 employees.
- Managed daily operations of trucking fleet, ensuring on-time deliveries and optimal resource allocation.
- Enhanced safety protocols to minimize accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Developed effective contingency plan for unforeseen events, such as weather-related delays or vehicle breakdowns, to ensure minimal disruption of services.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
- Completed weekly payroll for 10 employees.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Organization, Leadership And Policy
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NYBachelor of Arts - Biology
SUNY College At Potsdam, Potsdam, NY
PotsdamSkills
- Procedure Compliance
- Employee Hiring
- Recruitment strategy development
- Cold-calling
- Employer Branding
- Full cycle recruiting
- Candidate assessment
- Retention Program Development
Affiliations
- Trucking Association of New York
Timeline
Corporate Recruiter
Wadhams Enterprises Inc.
12.2018 - Current
Human Resources Manager
First Choice Transport Inc.
04.2014 - 12.2018
Fleet Safety Manager
First Choice Transport, Inc.
04.2014 - 12.2018
Operations Manager/Owner
Mad Max Specialty Trucking LLC
04.2004 - 04.2014
Master of Arts - Educational Organization, Leadership And Policy
SUNY At Buffalo
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
SUNY College At Potsdam, Potsdam, NY
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