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Boyd Hanson

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Summary

Dynamic HR leader with a proven track record at Miner's, Inc., excelling in compliance management and benefits administration. Enhanced employee engagement through open communication and diversity initiatives, while successfully mitigating risks and resolving complex issues. Skilled in developing compensation strategies that align with market conditions, fostering a thriving workplace culture. Overseen Labor Negotiaions and has been the lead negotiator for most of my career. Employee benefits and compliance including health and wefare programs and policies, leave administration, pension and 401k admin, development and design.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Human Resources

Miner's, Inc.
10.1995 - Current
  • Managed the onboarding process, providing new hires with necessary tools for success from day one.
  • Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
  • Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.
  • Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability.
  • Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Mitigated risk exposure through diligent workplace safety practices and proactive policy enforcement.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, maximizing the value of HR services received while minimizing costs.
  • Oversaw benefits administration, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness of offerings.
  • Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
  • Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
  • Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.

Director of Human Resources

Zenith Kremer
05.1991 - 10.1995
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant labor laws, protecting both employees'' rights and the organization''s interests.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Collaborated on hiring and training of new employees, professional growth of staff and team building and motivation.
  • Increased employee engagement with open communication channels and regular feedback opportunities.
  • Enhanced company culture by promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • Educated employees on company policy and kept employee handbook current.
  • Conducted investigations and assisted with handling employee complaints involving Affirmative Action and EEOC to promote equitable workplace.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.
  • Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability.
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Technology And Accounting

University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth MN
06-1984

Skills

  • Benefits administration
  • Compliance management
  • HR analytics
  • Records management
  • Human resources administration
  • Compensation strategy
  • Labor relations
  • Workers' compensation oversight
  • HR policy development

Timeline

Director of Human Resources

Miner's, Inc.
10.1995 - Current

Director of Human Resources

Zenith Kremer
05.1991 - 10.1995

Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Technology And Accounting

University of Minnesota Duluth

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