Bill Whalen, SHRM-SCP
Easton,PA
Summary
Well-qualified HR 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
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Human Resources Manager
Lyondellbasell Inc.
06.2022 - Current
- Provide one point of contact for HR support for the designated client groups to assist in the achievement of business goals and objectives, providing partnership with internal client leadership at all levels
- Acts as a trusted advisor to management, ensuring the establishment of sound management practices, aligned with HR policy procedure and practices, and consistent decision-making processes across the lines of business
- Works closely with employees and their managers with regards to employee development and career growth
- Lead the delivery of all HR processes for assigned clients, such as merit planning, performance management, etc
- Lead the process improvement of HR processes and data requests with zero defects
- Partner with leaders in the development and implementation of organizational structure changes including identifying impact and assisting in the communication as needed
- Provide counsel to client leaders to proactively anticipate and address HR issues
- Coordinate and lead talent management discussions with assigned business leaders
- Partner with the business unit and Talent Acquisition to obtain skilled talent
- Participate in project teams in client organization, providing guidance and support as appropriate.
- Implemented successful change management initiatives, supporting employees during organizational transitions.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Lyondellbasell Inc.
05.2017 - 06.2022
- Human Resources partner providing full life cycle human resource management for four locations in the United States, including R&D and manufacturing
- Effectively pivoted to remote working while adhering to COVID protocols and supporting business continuity
- Collaborate with leaders to ensure people strategies are aligned with and supportive of business needs
- Key project team member tasked with job grading and mapping across the north American region
- Specializing in reorganizations across functional units to optimize performance
- Active participant in labor relations and negotiations
- Manage all duties for the assigned areas including policies and procedures, talent selection, leadership development, performance management, terminations and benefits
- Handle various associate relations issues, such as investigating complaints, resolving conflicts and advising appropriate action to leaders.
- Coached managers on effective communication techniques, promoting greater transparency within the organization.
- Oversaw employee engagement surveys and action plans, addressing areas of concern proactively to improve satisfaction rates.
Human Resources Manager
R.R. Donnelley & Sons
07.2014 - 05.2017
- Specialized human resource service for three manufacturing and distribution locations
- Continued and constant focus on positive employee relations including culture development and inclusion
- Promoting and encouraging employees on how their efforts affect company direction and goals
- Conducted research into current industry trends in compensation, made recommendation and implemented an updated compensation program
- Partnered with and coached front-line supervisors on topics including but not limited to FMLA, ADA and EEOC
- Developed, implemented and facilitated a corporate staff meeting to open communication across functional areas.
Corporate Human Resources Manager
Acme Cryogenics Inc.
08.2012 - 07.2014
- Human resource management for two U. lLocations with 350 coworkers
- Employee relations support and advice to managers, directors and executives for two locations
- Development and delivery of strategic human resources initiatives, including but not limited to, professional development, succession planning and performance management
- Advising, mentoring and coaching department managers on legal implications of human resource related items as related to the Fair Labor Standards Act and Americans with Disabilities Act
- COBRA, FMLA, 5500, EEO and I9 reporting.
Human Resources Manager
C.F. Martin & Co., Inc.
02.2009 - 08.2012
- Coaching and mentoring 350 hourly manufacturing employees and line managers to meet the strategic needs of the organization
- Strategic staffing focusing on partnering with hiring managers to identify open positions needed to achieve company goals
- Employee on-boarding, development, needs assessment and training
- Policy development and documentation
- Full function human resources management including salary adjustments, disciplinary actions, behavior-based interviewing, performance management, applicant tracking and employee relations.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources Leadership
Muhlenberg College
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Peoplesoft and Silkroad Recruiting Software
- Participant in Hurricane Island Outward Bound School, Leadership Management Initiatives (LMI) & Leadership Development Process (LDP)
- Positive Employee Relations (PERT) Training
- Kent State University Leadership Excellence Training
- HR policies and procedures
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Relations
- Training development
- Performance Management
- Succession Planning
- Human Resources Operations
- Staff Management
Certification
- Society for Human Resource Management – Senior Certified Professional
- The Society for Human Resource Management
Functional Summary
Dynamic, future-agile Senior Certified Professional who is continually focused on supporting the organization’s strategic plan across multiple sites through building relationships
Timeline
Regional Human Resources Manager
Lyondellbasell Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Lyondellbasell Inc.
05.2017 - 06.2022
Human Resources Manager
R.R. Donnelley & Sons
07.2014 - 05.2017
Corporate Human Resources Manager
Acme Cryogenics Inc.
08.2012 - 07.2014
Human Resources Manager
C.F. Martin & Co., Inc.
02.2009 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources Leadership
Muhlenberg College