Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Militaryexperience
Committeesandvolunteeractivities
Awards
Corehrdisciplines
Timeline
Catherine Carvalho

Catherine Carvalho

Summary

Dynamic and strategic professional with extensive experience as a United States Navy Reserve Veteran, known for employing a participative management style within fast-paced, competitive, and diverse work environments. With 20 years of comprehensive expertise in Human Resource Management operations at a Fortune 50 logistics and transportation organization, this individual exemplifies high-level business acumen and operational management proficiency. Demonstrates exceptional capability in navigating ambiguity and successfully managing competing priorities while driving organizational success.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HR Onboarding Specialist Contingent Employee

Expedite Technology Solutions
08.2024 - Current
  • Worked closely with new hires, answering questions and addressing various concerns during onboarding process.
  • Completed required criminal, credit, or drug tests for new hires.
  • Helped new hires complete and submit required paperwork, set up benefits accounts, and initiate direct deposits.
  • Led professional and thorough orientation sessions, introducing new hires to key company information.
  • Put together employee files and collected required digital or physical information to meet requirements.
  • Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.

HR Generalist Contingent Worker

Corpsteam
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management.
  • Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
  • Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.

Human Resource Manager

United Parcel Service (UPS)
01.2010 - 01.2020
  • Company Overview: UPS is one of the world's largest transportation companies serving more than 220 countries worldwide
  • UPS offers a multitude of services ranging from multinational shipping and receiving, supply chain & freight management, healthcare, logistics and distribution among other financial, technical and storage solutions
  • In 2023, reported annual revenues were approximately $78 billion
  • Managed a team of 12 Human Resources Supervisors and Specialists across 11 locations to conduct full lifecycle recruitment, candidate interviews, and oversee the hiring and onboarding processes
  • Diagnosed organizational issues, developed solutions, and implemented action plans to enhance HR programs, policies, and procedures
  • Provided coaching and guidance on company policies, employee discipline, retention, health and safety, and separations, while also conducting comprehensive workplace investigations related to employee conflicts, grievances, and negotiations
  • Collaborated with the HR Director and management team to formulate career development plans, succession plans, and training needs
  • Delivered ongoing feedback and support for employee performance improvement; coached partners in conducting performance evaluations consistently and fairly
  • UPS is one of the world's largest transportation companies serving more than 220 countries worldwide
  • UPS offers a multitude of services ranging from multinational shipping and receiving, supply chain & freight management, healthcare, logistics and distribution among other financial, technical and storage solutions
  • In 2023, reported annual revenues were approximately $78 billion

Occupational Health Manager

United Parcel Service (UPS)
01.2004 - 01.2020
  • Managed all aspects of health and safety programs for over 8,500 employees across 18 facilities, including workers' compensation, FMLA, and other health-related policies
  • Identified and assessed workplace hazards impacting employee health and safety
  • Established and coordinated improvements for employee wellness programs and ensured OSHA compliance
  • Assessed work environments to promote a safe and healthy workplace

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Miami, FL

Skills

  • Community Relations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Employee Relations
  • Full Life Cycle Recruitment
  • High-Level Investigations
  • HRIS / Workday Integration
  • Labor Relations
  • Leadership Development
  • Legal Compliance
  • Mentorship
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Onboarding Processes
  • Performance Management
  • Sound Practical Judgment
  • Succession Planning
  • Training and Development
  • Trustworthiness
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Policies implementation
  • Employee counseling
  • Reliability
  • Succession planning
  • Decision-making
  • Training and development
  • Onboard new hires
  • Attention to detail
  • Complaint handling

Certification

  • Comprehensive Health and Safety Process Certification Training
  • Professional Facilitator and Interview Workshop

Militaryexperience

United States Air Force Reserves, Sergeant First Class, Quality Training Instructor, Supply Sergeant, Nuclear Biological Chemical Operations Specialist, Unit Armorer/Supply Clerk, Airborne Paratrooper

Committeesandvolunteeractivities

  • Women's Business Resource Group
  • United Way Special Olympics
  • Open Hands Atlanta Food Bank
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Meals on Wheels

Awards

  • Army Commendation Medal
  • Army Achievement Medal
  • Army Meritorious Achievement Award

Corehrdisciplines

  • Community Relations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Employee Relations
  • Full Life Cycle Recruitment
  • High-Level Investigations
  • HRIS / Workday Integration
  • Labor Relations
  • Leadership Development
  • Legal Compliance
  • Mentorship
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Onboarding Processes
  • Performance Management
  • Sound Practical Judgment
  • Succession Planning
  • Training and Development
  • Trustworthiness

Timeline

HR Onboarding Specialist Contingent Employee - Expedite Technology Solutions
08.2024 - Current
HR Generalist Contingent Worker - Corpsteam
10.2021 - 12.2023
Human Resource Manager - United Parcel Service (UPS)
01.2010 - 01.2020
Occupational Health Manager - United Parcel Service (UPS)
01.2004 - 01.2020
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Catherine Carvalho