Carina Cruz-Cortez
Collinsville,IL
Summary
Versatile Human Resources Specialist adept in recruitment, policy development and office management, with strong multitasking and communication skills. Goal-oriented professional with a proven track record in cultivating and maintaining employee relations. Commended for superior performance and consistently going above and beyond to exceed goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Generalist
United Fruit & Produce Co.
St. Louis, MO
03.2022 - Current
- Conducted the full cycle recruitment process for all Spanish speaking recruits including recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding protocols
- Utilize industry best practices, advised department managers of equal employment opportunities, compensation adjustments and employee benefits, ensured policies complied with federal and state law
- Advised with management in appropriate resolution of employee relations’ issues
- Communicated across cross-functional team to hiring managers to gain a clear understanding of job requirements
- Orchestrated periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure all required documents were collected and filed
- Acts as translator to Spanish speaking employees during confidential and sensitive situations
- Conducted health and benefits administration for benefit-eligible employees.
- Managed payroll processing functions weekly including timekeeping records, deductions and tax withholding calculations.
- Enters incentives, bonuses, reviews timecards, and reviews all supplemental pay codes
- Advised managers on effective methods for handling disciplinary actions or terminations when necessary.
- Tracks and enters all PTO
- Liaison for injuries and accidents
- Acts as supervisor for sanitation crew
Education
Associate Degree, General Studies -
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL05-2025
High School Diploma -
Collinsville High School
Collinsville, IL05-2019
Skills
- Bilingual in both English and Spanish
- Payroll and benefits administration
- Employee Recruitment
- Workforce Planning
- HR policy/procedure development
- Skilled in Microsoft
- ADP Workforce Now
Certifications Skills
HRCI – Associate Professional in Human Resources; Expected: January 2025
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Human Resources Generalist
United Fruit & Produce Co.
03.2022 - Current
Associate Degree, General Studies -
Southwestern Illinois College
High School Diploma -
Collinsville High School
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