CHRISTINE MOSSOR
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Experienced HR leader with 25+ years of success in high-growth food & beverage CPG environments. A strategic, hands-on partner with a passion for building innovative and inclusive people practices. Proven expertise in designing and scaling Total Rewards strategies, cultivating culture and engagement, leading organizational transformation, and aligning people strategy to business goals. Skilled at leading cross-functional initiatives, optimizing HR technologies, and driving operational excellence. SPHR & PHRca certified.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of HR
Calbee America Inc.
04.2021 - Current
- Promoted to lead HR strategy following major acquisition that more than doubled the company size and capacity
- Spearheaded unification of two companies into one cohesive culture and aligned people strategies to support mid- and long-term business plans
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy, including performance-based compensation and incentives, benefits redesign, and wellness programs — maintaining year-over-year cost increases under 6% post-COVID
- Introduced internal Job Architecture framework (job descriptions, leveling guides, salary bands) to standardize roles and enhance career progression
- Launched and led new Performance Management platform (15Five) to improve leadership effectiveness and transparency; increased Manager Effectiveness Index from 20% to 80% and Engagement Index from 3.0 to 4.5 in one year
- Chaired Executive Compensation Committee overseeing budgeting, bonus plans, and strategic pay decisions
- Negotiated and managed vendor relationships for property and casualty insurance, employee wellness and benefits, and HR technology, ensuring cost-effective service and operational excellence
- Developed succession planning and talent development workshops, embedded into annual mid-term planning process
- Partnered with global HQ in Japan to expand international talent network and grew expatriate assignments from 3 to 15
- Achieved 80%+ reduction in TRIR and Workers Compensation claims through safety OKRs, training and recognition programs
- Cut voluntary turnover from 21% in 2021 to under 5% by 2024 through action-driven engagement planning and improved onboarding/offboarding processes
Vice President of HR
Calbee North America, LLC
01.2017 - 03.2021
- Recruited to lead transition from JV to wholly-owned subsidiary
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align human resources strategy with overall business objectives, driving improved organizational performance
- Created and launched company Mission, Vision, and Core Values in collaboration with executive team
- Developed total compensation framework: wage progression, bonus plans, job leveling, and market alignment
- Led end-to-end Dayforce HCM implementation, integrating payroll, performance, benefits, onboarding, and workforce planning
- Built and communicated state-specific handbooks, HR compliance policies, and expatriate support programs
- Initiated people analytics/KPIs that improved absenteeism, ER metrics, and safety year over year
- Guided company-wide remote work transition and morale initiatives during COVID-19
Regional HR Manager
Rexam Beverage Can Americas / Ardagh Metal Packaging
11.2005 - 01.2017
- Supported multi-state operations in highly unionized environments
- Led strategic HR efforts in compliance, safety, talent engagement, and cost reduction
- Designed and implemented Union-Free Total Rewards Plan, saving $200K+ annually
- Reduced TRIR from 2.6 to 0.8 and led safety programs that resulted in 6 years / 1.2 million safe hours
- Developed performance-based gainsharing program, improving engagement and plant profitability
- Championed HR development and coached 12 professionals to achieve certification
Senior HR Manager
Amcor PET Packaging
02.2000 - 11.2005
- Led HR for a start-up manufacturing site and provided additional HR leadership for Western US facilities
- Introduced company-wide performance evaluation system and trained all levels in 360-degree feedback and leadership development
- Developed CBT safety training and drove cultural transformation toward injury-free workplace
- Supported compliance through training, audits, and standardized policy adoption
Education
B.A. - Social Sciences
California State University
Sacramento, CAA.A. - Social Sciences
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CASkills
- Total Rewards Strategy
- Leadership Development
- Talent Strategy
- Performance Management
- Engagement & Culture
- Organizational Development
- HR Technology & Analytics
- Compliance & Policy
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- M&A Integration
- Global HR experience
Certification
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
- California Professional in Human Resources (PHRca)
- Certified Retirement Plan Advisor
- National Safety Center – Senior Safety Specialist
- Targeted Selection Recruitment Trainer
Timeline
Head of HR
Calbee America Inc.
04.2021 - Current
Vice President of HR
Calbee North America, LLC
01.2017 - 03.2021
Regional HR Manager
Rexam Beverage Can Americas / Ardagh Metal Packaging
11.2005 - 01.2017
Senior HR Manager
Amcor PET Packaging
02.2000 - 11.2005
B.A. - Social Sciences
California State University
A.A. - Social Sciences
Solano Community College
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