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CHONDA PETTIGREW

CHONDA PETTIGREW

Fanning Springs,FL

Summary

Human Resources Executive with 25 years of progressive HR experience and advanced knowledge of employment law, compensation, recruitment and employee relations. Engages with HR service providers and suppliers on HR systems, payroll, insurance and training and development to promote high performing organization with efficient operating systems, professional and skilled staff and sound financial resources. Maintains strong stakeholder focus and service-oriented attitude with excellent organization and interpersonal skills to excel in multi-cultural environment. Accomplished and proactive in meeting company issues head-on with creative and innovative approach. Knowledgeable about changing industry and employment market demands. Expertise includes benefits administration, compensation structuring and recruitment.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

People& Culture Manager

ARGOS CEMENT
07.2022 - Current
  • HR Support for 200+ employees for two locations
  • Partner with leadership team to develop action plans to improve overall operating group's performance
  • Support employee relations and labor relations concerning Union representation
  • Assist managers with goal setting, performance reviews and merit process
  • Complete all necessary legal reporting with various government agencies (EEO/AAP) as well as other internal and external reporting required
  • New Hire Onboarding
  • Timekeeping, Payroll, Benefits and Compensation.
  • Worked with internal partners to design and execute strategic communications and programs to increase overall employee alignment and engagement
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members
  • Created, planned and maintained communication policies and procedures

HR DIRECTOR

PERFORMANCE FOODSERVICE
08.2019 - 07.2022
  • Established HR Support Team
  • HR Support for 200+ employees within multiple states
  • Strategic Partner to President of Operating Company and Senior Management to support organizational financial goals and business strategies.
  • Critical in establishing staffing and recruitment strategies.
  • Development and implementation of HR policies and Procedures.
  • Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees
  • Evaluated human resources structure and plan for continual improvement and offered individuals professional and personal growth opportunities
  • Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct
  • Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission
  • Collaborated with stakeholders across organization to maintain proper flow of communication and execution of planned initiatives and projects
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance

HR BUSINESS PARTNER

FEDEX
05.2017 - 08.2019
  • Direct Supervision for HR Coordinator
  • HR Support for 200+ employees
  • Led employee engagement initiatives-fostered open-door policy
  • Champion of Safety Initiatives
  • Worker's Compensation-Liaison between employees, supervisors, vendors, and physicians to ensure employees received appropriate treatment for injuries and facilitated employees' transition back to work
  • Collaborated with leadership to assess and improve policies across board
  • Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues and prepared position statements for EEOC
  • Advised senior management on organizational development and change management initiatives
  • Integrated talent management process to include detailed analysis of potential talent gaps and development of career plans to identify and retain current talent and attract outside talent to business

LOCATION HR MANAGER

LOWE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT
12.2002 - 12.2016
  • Supervision of HR Supervisors and Coordinators
  • HR Support for 1000+ employees at multiple locations
  • Championed Safety Initiatives
  • Labor Relations-facilitated training and promoted positive employee relations
  • Advised decision-makers on complex and confidential matters ranging from performance management to employee relations issues
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards
  • Reviewed business goals to recommend new HR approaches, policies and procedures for continual improvements focused on meeting business objectives and enhancing productivity
  • Recommended, initiated and finalized HR actions regarding faculty and staff position management, compensation and employment postings, hiring proposals and new hire onboarding
  • Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results
  • Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness
  • Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

GEORGIA COLLEGE & STATE UNIVERSITY
Milledgeville, GA
01.2000

Skills

  • Employee Relations/Engagement
  • Workforce Planning
  • Training Development
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Strategy Development
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Excellent Communication

Timeline

People& Culture Manager

ARGOS CEMENT
07.2022 - Current

HR DIRECTOR

PERFORMANCE FOODSERVICE
08.2019 - 07.2022

HR BUSINESS PARTNER

FEDEX
05.2017 - 08.2019

LOCATION HR MANAGER

LOWE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT
12.2002 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

GEORGIA COLLEGE & STATE UNIVERSITY

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