Open To Work
Byron Rodas
Chicago,IL
Work Preference
Summary
Strategic HR leader with over 20 years of experience in enhancing organizational capability and driving employee engagement programs. Expertise in cultivating positive relationships with management and labor unions, improving employee productivity and satisfaction. Proficient in HRIS systems and passionate about fostering a culture of trust and shared accountability.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. HR Manager
Alpha Broder Bros. Co. S&S Activewear
Bolingbrook, USA
09.2006 - Current
- Coordinated employee engagement programs across four US locations, providing leadership to management, facilitating training and development, analyzing benefit programs, and overseeing recruitment and staffing for exempt and non-exempt employees.
- Led recruitment strategies to attract top talent for diverse positions.
- Developed and implemented employee training programs to enhance skills.
- Managed employee relations to resolve conflicts and improve workplace harmony.
Human Resources Manager
Admiral Tools and MFG
Chicago, USA
03.2001 - 11.2006
- Led and guided management at all levels in developing and implementing strategic and operational plans for effective execution.
- Collaborated in unionized environment to plan, manage, and coordinate employee and manager training programs, recruitment and staffing, job classification and compensation, and manage benefits for exempt and non-exempt employees, including workers' compensation and 401k plans.
- Cultivated strong relationships with labor union representatives and upper management through consistent and proactive communication.
- Resolved grievances with union representatives and implemented new policies and union contracts.
- Participated in the safety and auditing committee, focusing on safety training programs and audits for the quality improvement process.
- (Company relocated to Michigan/bankruptcy)
Human Resources Manager
Paul Ecke Ranch
Encinitas, USA
01.1999 - 12.2000
- Coordinated recruitment strategies, managed benefits administration, oversaw workers compensation, administered 401k, facilitated employee relations, participated in safety committee, and served as key management member, enhancing overall HR operations.
- Designed and coordinated a comprehensive management-training program to enhance leadership skills.
- Assessed effectiveness of employee assistance programs and contributed to labor committee activities, promoting employee well-being and engagement.
Education
Business Administration -
UIC
Chicago, IL01-1990
Skills
- Recruitment strategies
- Performance management
- Employee relations
- Benefits administration
- Training development
- Conflict resolution
- Human resources strategy
Timeline
Sr. HR Manager
Alpha Broder Bros. Co. S&S Activewear
09.2006 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Admiral Tools and MFG
03.2001 - 11.2006
Human Resources Manager
Paul Ecke Ranch
01.1999 - 12.2000
Business Administration -
UIC