Caleb Simmons
Oregon City,OR
Summary
Strategic HR leader with a proven track record in organizational improvement, talent development, and data-driven decision-making. Delivering scalable HR processes and impactful training programs that enhance workforce engagement and compliance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resource and Safety Senior Manager
Valley Fab Corp
Brooks, OR
05.2025 - Current
- Developed training programs for staff, promoting skill advancement and knowledge sharing.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, driving informed decision-making for strategic initiatives.
- Spearheaded full‑cycle recruiting efforts across multiple departments, reducing time‑to‑hire and building structured hiring processes where none previously existed.
- Implemented consistent interview, screening, and onboarding standards to improve candidate quality and compliance.
- Identified and corrected extensive gaps in legacy HR practices, including documentation control, personnel file maintenance, onboarding workflows, and state/federal compliance requirements.
- Established standardized documentation protocols for tax forms, I‑9/E‑Verify, employee records, and onboarding tasks that eliminated historical non‑compliance risk.
- Implemented scalable HR processes aligned with multi‑state regulations (OR, AZ, WA, MT) to minimize exposure to fines and legal liability.
- Designed and launched the company’s first-ever Employee Satisfaction Survey, creating measurable insights into morale, leadership effectiveness, communication issues, and culture gaps.
- Used survey data to partner with managers on targeted morale‑improvement strategies, helping shift an organization previously identified as having a negative or toxic culture.
- Built trust with employees by improving transparency, access to HR, and responsiveness to concerns.
- Developed a streamlined, transparent performance review process, replacing inconsistent, undocumented, or nonexistent review practices.
- Ensured that all employees received regular, documented evaluations for the first time in company history, enabling accurate performance tracking and development planning.
- Created digital and paper workflows that improved accountability and reduced administrative burden.
- Created the organization’s first accurate, market‑based pay scale, replacing a system previously driven by emotion-based or arbitrary dollar amounts.
- Established compensation standards aligned with cost‑of‑living adjustments, job leveling, and internal equity for sustainable and fair pay practices.
- Provided leadership with data‑driven recommendations to support equitable and defensible pay decisions.
- Conducted complex and sensitive investigations into allegations of misconduct, policy violations, and employee complaints across multiple states.
- Delivered clear, evidence‑based findings and recommendations directly to the CEO to support legally compliant decision-making.
- Ensured all investigations followed consistent procedures, proper documentation, and objective standards to minimize organizational risk.
- Collaborated closely with managers and leads to improve communication, accountability, and employee engagement across departments.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to align goals, address issues, and foster collaboration.
- Acted as a strategic advisor to leadership, bringing forward concerns and solutions regarding culture, compliance, staffing, and operational alignment.
- Demonstrated resilience and professionalism while improving a workplace environment known for high tension, historical HR gaps, and long-standing morale issues.
- Conducted thorough investigations into incidents and employee reports where safety issues had arisen, ensuring root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and prevention strategies were fully documented and implemented.
- Partnered closely with SAIF to bring the company’s safety program up to standard, strengthening compliance, reducing risk exposure, and aligning workplace procedures with Oregon regulatory expectations.
- Led and resolved two major safety investigations initiated by OR‑OSHA and AZ OSHA where non‑compliance had been reported, ensuring the company was protected through proper documentation, corrective action planning, and follow‑through.
- Worked directly with SAIF to ensure all workers’ compensation claims were accurate, timely, and compliant, improving case outcomes and reducing claim‑related costs and exposure.
- Implemented consistent safety reporting, hazard‑identification processes, and corrective‑action tracking, replacing prior inconsistent or undocumented practices.
- Collaborated with operations, supervisors, and leadership to improve safety culture, increase employee awareness, and reduce preventable incidents across multiple worksites.
- Created and delivered training on safety expectations, reporting procedures, PPE use, incident prevention, and compliance responsibilities to ensure alignment at all levels of the organization.
Laborer Worker
RSG Wood Products
Molalla, OR
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Operated machinery and tools to assist in production processes.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote safety.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to minimize risks.
- Operated key mill equipment including the edger, planer, chipper, and round table as part of daily production operations.
- Supported lumber processing workflows by ensuring machinery was fed, monitored, and cleared efficiently to maintain production flow.
- Maintained a safe and organized work area while adhering to all site safety protocols.
- Held this position temporarily while actively seeking long‑term professional opportunities
Human Resources Manager
Convex Inc.
Vancouver, WA
02.2021 - 02.2025
- Managed HR operations supporting a large FedEx Ground contractor, ensuring compliance with DOT/FMCSA requirements, FedEx Ground contractual standards, and internal HR policies.
- Led multi‑state recruiting efforts across Oregon, Washington, and Texas, successfully filling driver, operations, dispatch, and administrative roles in fast‑paced, high‑turnover logistics environments.
- Developed and maintained compliant driver qualification files (DQFs), including MVR checks, background screenings, drug testing compliance, medical cards, and onboarding documentation.
- Implemented a streamlined, legally compliant hiring workflow for drivers and package handlers, reducing time‑to‑hire and ensuring all candidates met FedEx Ground safety and qualification standards.
- Coordinated DOT‑aligned onboarding and ongoing compliance tracking, including annual reviews, safety certifications, and corrective training.
- Supported fleet and operations leadership in resolving employee relations matters, attendance issues, and performance concerns in accordance with state and federal labor laws.
- Standardized HR documentation practices and improved recordkeeping accuracy across all three states, replacing inconsistent and outdated methods.
- Conducted workplace investigations into safety incidents, policy violations, and employee complaints, providing findings and recommendations to ownership and operations leadership.
- Partnered closely with dispatch and operations teams to monitor staffing levels, reduce turnover, and maintain route readiness for FedEx Ground service expectations.
- Enhanced employee engagement by improving communication processes, implementing new‑hire touchpoints, and supporting a more stable and compliant workforce culture.
Ordnance Officer
United States Marine Corps
Various Locations
02.2016 - 01.2021
- Supervised operational readiness of equipment and personnel in high-pressure environments.
- Developed training programs to enhance combat skills and team cohesion among Marines.
- Coordinated logistics for missions, ensuring timely delivery of supplies and resources.
- Implemented safety protocols, significantly reducing incidents during training exercises.
- Mentored junior officers, fostering leadership skills and enhancing unit performance.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing complex operations with precision and efficiency.
- Served as the primary liaison between Battalion and Regimental Commanders and the Division Commanding General, ensuring clear communication, alignment, and timely execution of readiness objectives.
- Led and facilitated Logistics Readiness Inspections across multiple subordinate units, ensuring full compliance with all Marine Corps orders, policies, and operational directives.
- Oversaw maintenance readiness programs involving personnel, equipment, and operational systems, strengthening unit performance and organizational accountability.
- Conducted compliance reviews, policy evaluations, and corrective‑action planning to ensure subordinate units met inspection standards and operational expectations.
- Coordinated cross‑functional activities between logistics, maintenance, leadership teams, and higher headquarters to ensure readiness benchmarks were achieved.
- Managed large‑scale operations involving receipt, storage, accountability, inspection, and distribution of more than $476M (Okinawa) and $328M (Camp Pendleton) in high‑risk, regulated ordnance materials annually.
- Supervised teams of 6–12 senior supervisors and 31–42 technicians, ensuring operational discipline, personnel development, and compliance with safety and security requirements.
- Ensured full adherence to DoD, EPA, DOT, and OSHA regulations, demonstrating advanced knowledge of compliance, risk mitigation, and regulatory governance.
- Led organizational training on safety, compliance, hazardous materials handling, and operational procedures, strengthening workforce capability and reducing risk.
- Implemented process improvements in inventory control, lifecycle management, and documentation standards, increasing accuracy and reducing operational discrepancies.
- Conducted detailed audits, inspections, and root‑cause analyses to correct deficiencies, eliminate compliance gaps, and enhance overall organizational performance.
- Coordinated interdepartmental logistics, transportation, maintenance, and supply functions to maintain mission readiness and operational continuity.
- Maintained perfect accountability for high‑value materials under strict chain‑of‑custody protocols, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and organizational reliability.
Recruiter / Station Commander
United States Marine Corps
Various Locations
12.2013 - 01.2016
- Led recruiting operations in Bend, OR for four years, serving as both Recruiter and Recruiting Manager responsible for meeting aggressive talent acquisition goals across the region.
- Personally closed 35 enlistment contracts in 18 months, generating an estimated $1.75M in personnel value and consistently ranking among the top recruiters.
- Supervised, trained, and mentored a team of 8 recruiters, driving performance standards, improving recruiting strategies, and elevating team productivity.
- Guided the team to successfully close 88 contracts in 30 months, yielding more than $4.4M in organizational manpower value, demonstrating strong leadership and operational management capability.
- Developed and executed targeted recruiting strategies, community outreach initiatives, and performance coaching that significantly boosted team output and overall mission success.
Ordnance Manager / Technician
United States Marine Corps
Various Locations
06.2006 - 11.2013
- Served in Kaneohe Bay, HI and Camp Lejeune, NC, providing critical leadership and technical oversight as a Ground Ordnance Supervisor over a seven‑year period.
- Led, trained, and supervised 12 Towed Artillery Technicians, ensuring safe, compliant, and mission‑ready operation of all weapons systems under your responsibility.
- Managed the accountability, maintenance, inspection, and operational readiness of $50,400,000 worth of ordnance equipment, tools, and supplies with zero loss incidents.
- Conducted formal equipment inspections, maintenance audits, and compliance checks to ensure all artillery systems met Department of Defense standards.
- Developed, enforced, and improved maintenance and safety procedures that reduced downtime, improved equipment longevity, and supported overall mission readiness.
- Coordinated logistics, training schedules, and operational requirements between multiple units, demonstrating strong organizational leadership and cross‑functional communication.
- Completed two combat deployments to Afghanistan (2008 and 2011), providing technical expertise, equipment accountability, and mission‑critical support under high‑stress operational conditions.
- Delivered hands‑on training programs to junior Marines, improving technical proficiency, workplace discipline, and long‑term career development for all personnel supervised.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Park University
Kansas City, Missouri, MO05-2024
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
Douglas, Al05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Logistics
Park University
Kansas City, Missouri, MO12-2021
Associate of Science - General Studies
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL05-2015
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Operations management
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Troubleshooting and problem resolution
- Data-driven decision making
- Documentation and reporting
- Operations planning
- Data analytics
- Cross-functional communication
- Talent development
- Organizational improvement
- Budget oversight
- Resource allocation
- Partnership development
- Organizational development
- Budget administration
- Market analysis
- Human resources management
- Reporting management
- Logistics operations management
- Corporate communications
- Reporting oversight
- Logistics support services
Affiliations
- Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)
- National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
Certification
Peregrine Exam #763662-1768343-210714
OSHA 30 Hour General Industry 34-900503518
OSHA 30 Hour Construction 34-602017816
OSHA 30 Hours General Industry 34-702012809
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Human Resource and Safety Senior Manager
Valley Fab Corp
05.2025 - Current
Laborer Worker
RSG Wood Products
02.2025 - 05.2025
Human Resources Manager
Convex Inc.
02.2021 - 02.2025
Ordnance Officer
United States Marine Corps
02.2016 - 01.2021
Recruiter / Station Commander
United States Marine Corps
12.2013 - 01.2016
Ordnance Manager / Technician
United States Marine Corps
06.2006 - 11.2013
MBA - Human Resources Management
Park University
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
Bachelor of Science - Logistics
Park University
Associate of Science - General Studies
Columbia Southern University
Awards
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal – 2 Awards
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal – 2 Awards
- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal – 3 Awards