DEBORAH UTTANWALLA
Human Resources Director
Clay,NY
Summary
A creative problem solver, skilled in Human Resource Management used to working with daily deadlines and in areas where accuracy and a total understanding of the systems used are of paramount importance. Results-driven and skillful in strategic planning, policy integration and performance improvements. Always pursuing ways to maximize efficiency, employee satisfaction and cost saving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director HR/Compliance
Seko Logistics
2022.01 - Current
- Responsible for design, implementation, and ongoing evaluations of organization's compensation and benefits programs, including base pay, health benefits, payroll, and retirement benefits
- Develops plans for recruitment, training, restructuring and succession
- Provides HR support to team, including employee relations, training, recruiting, and onboarding
- Partners with senior leadership to develop and implement effective HR policies and practices that will support strategic growth of business
- Ensures that all compensation and benefits programs support organization's business objectives and meets all legal requirements
- Participates in the continual development of HR programs, such as recruiting retention, compensation, benefits, and Learning & Development
- Educates coaches, and partners with managers on performance management and employee development goals
- Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs
- Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation
- Monitors and ensures organization's compliance with federal & State employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practice, reviews, and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance
- Supports management by providing human resources advice, counsel, and decisions
- Improves workplace culture by conducting regular training sessions on diversity, inclusion, and communication skills
- Oversee multiple locations in New York, Illinois, and California
- Experience using different HRIS platforms, including, Paylocity, ADP & Paycor.
- Championed change management efforts during company restructures, minimizing disruption to employees and maintaining morale during transitions.
- Conducted thorough job analyses to develop accurate and detailed job descriptions for new hires.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
HR Manager
Frazer & Jones Company
2016.10 - 2022.01
- Strengthened labor-management relationships by effectively addressing grievances and resolving disputes
- Conducted thorough investigations of workplace complaints, ensuring fair treatment for all parties involved
- Collaborated with legal counsel to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws
- Worked with legal counsel to ensure compliance with immigration laws and regulations
- Coordinated H-1B visa process
- Maintained detailed records of labor relations activities to support decision-making processes during negotiations
- Negotiated collective bargaining agreements
- Maintained Human Resource and Safety requirements for ISO and attended ISO management reviews to ensure compliance
- Administered workers compensation, FMLA and NYS disability programs, including processing claims and monitoring employees out on compensation and disability
- Trained Supervisors and employees in accident reporting, investigation and on procedures needed to be followed in case of injury
- Maintained healthy relationship between Management and Union officials in order to prevent and resolve workplace disputes
- Streamlined internal processes for handling employee complaints, expediting resolutions and increasing efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive compensation packages to attract top talent within the industry.
HR Manager
ABC Refrigeration & A/C, Inc
2014.03 - 2016.10
- Implemented and monitored all aspects of company's safety program – including training, program implementation, and OSHA compliance
- Performed benefits administration including claims resolution, change reporting, approved invoices for payment
- Ensured legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements.
- Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
- Ensured legal compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits and updating policies as necessary.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities for employees.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Bombay University
Bombay, India01.1989
Skills
- Succession Planning
- Employee Relations
- Conflict Resolutions
- Recruitment Strategies
- Total rewards
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Workforce Planning
- HR analytics
- Retention Strategies
- HR technology
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Supervision
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Director HR/Compliance
Seko Logistics
2022.01 - Current
HR Manager
Frazer & Jones Company
2016.10 - 2022.01
HR Manager
ABC Refrigeration & A/C, Inc
2014.03 - 2016.10
Bachelor of Arts -
Bombay University
Integratedmanagementsystems
- ISO 9001
Technicalapplications
- Microsoft Suites
- SharePoint
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