Successful human resource candidate with expertise in employee recruitment, training and payroll management. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Generalist
Adient
Riverside
03.2023 - Current
Assists in recruiting, screening, interviewing and performing background checks and referring qualified hourly and salaried applicants to appropriate management personnel to maintain a quality workforce geared to our progressive employment philosophy.
Assists the Human Resources Manager in planning, organizing, and presenting new employees orientation programs designed to project the plant's positive employment philosophy. Works with the Human Resources Manager to promote employee involvement throughout the plant.
Assists the Human Resources Department on updating computerized personnel databases, in compliance with federal, state and local laws; in the compliance and maintenance of accurate service records for active employees; in the maintenance of records for inactive employees; and, in the compilation and maintenance of appropriate affirmative action reports and all other reports as required.
Assists in developing and writing policies and procedures affecting both hourly and salaried employees,i.e., Employee Handbook, Safety Program, etc.
Assists in making job offers to all salary and hourly candidates. Assists in the orientation of new hourly and salaried employees to the plant policies, procedures,regulations, safety rules, and fringe benefits including medical insurance and pension systems to assure that they understand conditions and benefits of employment.
Monitors employee personnel transactions such as layoffs, recalls, permanent transfers, etc., to ensure all such transactions are in accordance with company/plant policies and procedures.
Administers on a daily basis the benefits program including employee inquiries, problem resolution and data compilation.
Monitors the performance of the Receptionist and HR Specialist as employee activities related to plant welfare such as special events, employee outings, etc.
Assists in coordinating with other managers and supervisors effective implementation of the Human Resources Department's policies.
Assists Human Resources Manager in work of confidential nature including administration of the salaried merit budget and other project work as directed.
Coordinates the FMLA Leaves for all employees Assists in AAP compliance.
Talent-Acquisition Specialist
Nexben Inc
Grand Rapids
09.2019 - 03.2023
Established consistent language and methodology for talent discussions, development and succession.
3+ years of experience leading teams of Talent Acquisition professionals
Cooperated with company leaders in change management and talent solutions to gain competitive edge in job market.
Optimized sourcing networks and used proactive methods to direct source candidates.
Created and implemented Tech and Insurance Resource Talent pool, recruitment selection tools and toolkits for onboarding and individual development plans.
Leveraged employee referrals, direct sourcing, Internet applications and recruitment agencies to source candidates for positions.
Reviewed employment applications and background check reports to facilitate hiring process.
Created and integrated Executive Talent programs to support senior-level roles from selection to succession.
Sourced and screened candidates for all roles and worked with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, offers and onboarding.
Acted as brand ambassador to educate candidates on culture, career growth, benefits and advantages of working for company.
Evaluated resumes, interviewed and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
HR Generalist
TGG Solutions
Lansing
08.2016 - 09.2019
Managed talent acquisition, onboarding, payroll administration, and records management. Maintained and updated employee benefits and records; collaborated with an accountant to ensure accurate payroll.
Developed and implemented internal HR processes, FMLA and other LOA processes and recruiting procedures, including: classification of positions, job postings, interviews, and applicant tracking system.
Designed a more comprehensive and coordinated approach to the recruitment and talent acquisition process, which yielded improved alignment of job postings, interviews, orientation, and training.
Managed HRIS system and assisted employees at all levels with work related issues including FMLA,workers’ compensation, benefits, career development and employee relations issues.
Administered on-boarding process for new employees and new-hire orientation program.
Assisted in the development of training programs and delivery of various supervisory and employee training.
Human Resources Specialist
State Of Michigan Operations Center
Lansing
04.2012 - 02.2015
Developed and enforced company policy and procedures relating to human resources activity.
Updated key human resource metrics on turnover and terminations using reporting tools on HRMS database.
Executed redesign of organizational structures to enhance team and leadership effectiveness through operational analysis, needs assessments and process mapping.
Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
Understood, interpreted and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs.
Liaised with HR and payroll to coordinate and manage employee leaves of absence.
Explained and administered medical insurance, disability and flexible spending accounts.
Collaborated with payroll to complete and upload pay data and worked with managers to support proper wage and hour compliance.
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