Betsy Magana
Placentia,CA
Summary
Seasoned Human Resources Generalist with comprehensive background in HR strategy development, policy creation and staff management. Demonstrated strengths include conflict resolution, benefits administration, timekeeping and employee training. Proven track record of implementing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive continuous improvement in various organizational settings. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. HR Generalist
Priority Workforce
Santa Ana, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Coached managers on best practices in managing their teams effectively.
- Reviewed resumes and applications received from prospective candidates; conducted initial screenings before recommending qualified applicants for further consideration.
- Provided essential support to address individual HR needs of employees.
- Hired employees and processed hiring-related paperwork.
- Identified training needs for staff and developed relevant learning materials.
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Addressed harassment allegations, work complaints or other employee concerns.
- Conducted workplace investigations to address allegations of harassment or discrimination, ensuring a safe work environment.
- Conducted exit interviews and completed employment termination paperwork.
- Coordinated employee recognition programs to boost morale and reward outstanding performance.
- Established and maintained trusted relationships around organization to optimize business and employee experience.
- Assisted with the development of organizational policies and procedures related to human resources activities.
- Directed initial onboarding process for new employees.
- Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
- Facilitated communication between management and staff regarding company policies or procedures; provided assistance when needed.
- Identified opportunities to improve HR programs and proposed solutions to increase efficiencies.
- Create forms to better organize and document information in the department.
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HR Administrator
CAM Fasteners - Stanley Black & Decker Co.
Brea, CA
10.2012 - 10.2024
- First point of contact to all employees who needed assistance.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Organized onboarding activities for new hires including orientations, paperwork, and introductions.
- Coordinated exit interviews for departing employees to gain feedback on their experience working at the company.
- Reviewed resumes and applications submitted by potential candidates for open positions.
- Ensured compliance with labor laws related to wages, hours worked, overtime pay, leaves of absence.
- Analyzed data from employee surveys to identify areas of improvement within the organization.
- Collaborated with department heads to ensure that staffing needs are met.
- Maintained personnel records in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Implemented new timekeeping system and trained all hourly employees (250+) on how to use the system (UKG/Kronos).
- Assured timecard accuracy for all hourly employee ensuring correct codes were entered.
- Processed and submitted hourly payroll hours to corporate payroll to process in a timely manner.
- Managed payroll for temporary, and hourly employees.
- Prepared payroll information based on approved timesheets each week.
- Provided guidance on best practices related to human resource management.
- Assisted in the development of organizational policies related to personnel matters such as attendance tracking, vacation requests.
- Conducted initial interviews to assess candidates' skills and qualifications.
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Resolved conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
- Participated in job fairs to promote open positions at the company.
- Prepared or maintained employment records using human resources management system software.
- Assisted employees with their benefits and FMLA information
- Conducted investigations if there was an injury at work.
- Worked with Safety to send employees to the clinic and review their restrictions if any to see if we can accommodate.
- If restrictions could be accommodated, conduct an interactive process going over restrictions and reminding employees to go to their follow up appointments.
- Created forms and guides to assist as a visual for employees who needed them.
- Resolved inquiries from employees concerning their paychecks or other payroll-related matters.
- Maintained confidentiality around sensitive employee information at all times.
- Conducted audits of payroll accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained up-to-date payroll records by recording employee exemptions, transfers and resignations.
Education
Business Administration
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CASkills
- Exit interviews
- HR policies and procedures
- HRIS management
- Internal communications
- Employee relations management
- Onboarding and orientation
- Benefits administration
- Employment law
- Payroll administration
- Employee engagement
- Labor law compliance
- Process improvement recommendations
Accomplishments
- CAM Fasteners - WIN award 2024. Awarded to employees who go above and beyond.
- CAM Fasteners - WIN Award 2021. Awarded to employees who go above and beyond.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Committees
- Safety committee 2023-2024: met on a monthly (or biweekly basis depending on urgency) to continuously improve wave on manufacturing floor.
- Employee engagement committee 2024: Started this committee and met with employees who volunteered on a quarterly basis to plan out monthly engagement activities for all employees on both shifts.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sr. HR Generalist
Priority Workforce
12.2024 - Current
HR Administrator
CAM Fasteners - Stanley Black & Decker Co.
10.2012 - 10.2024
Business Administration
Santa Ana College