PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
AWARDS AND AFFILIATIONS
Timeline

Diane Schlechta

Hounen Solar
Goose Creek,SC
2
Languages
8
years of professional experience

Human Resources professional with commitment to enhancing employee satisfaction and managing efficient HR operations. Proven ability to support recruitment, handle employee relations, complete payroll processes, and facilitate training programs. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability in dynamic work environments.

Work History

Human Resources Assistant

4 Months
Hounen Solar | 04.2026 - Current
  • Supported recruitment efforts by coordinating candidate communications and scheduling interviews.
  • Assisted in onboarding process, ensuring new hires received necessary documentation and training resources.
  • Translated existing onboarding and orientation paperwork from English to Spanish to assist in expanding a multicultural environment.
  • Maintained employee records in HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Processed payroll changes and benefits enrollment, providing timely support to employees and management.
  • Conducted preliminary candidate screenings, assessing qualifications against job requirements effectively.
  • Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
  • Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
  • Assisted in payroll processing to ensure timely delivery of paychecks to all employees.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
  • Supported talent acquisition efforts by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and performing reference checks for prospective candidates.
  • Created and implemented training documents and tracking methods for candidates for the new plant in Summerville.

Barista

5 Months
Starbucks Coffee Company | 03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Served an average of 200 customers per shift.
  • Studied corporate rules and protocols to ensure compliance in store operations.
  • Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote a fun, positive environment.
  • Coordinated front-of-house and back-of-house tasks efficiently during busy periods to sustain service quality.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

Barista/Shift Lead

2 Years
Choices Gourmet Market and Deli | 01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Led a team of five direct reports, fostering collaboration and enhancing team performance.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Managed daily cash transactions accurately, ensuring financial reporting integrity and adherence to security protocols.
  • Oversaw inventory and product stock, implementing controls that minimized overages and maintained optimal stock levels.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.

Education

Master of Science - Industrial Psychology

Capella University | Minneapolis | 12-2025

aPHR certification - Human Resources Training

HRCI | 04-2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Capella University | Minneapolis | 04-2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Winthrop University | Rock Hill | 04-2020

Skills

HRIS management
Payroll Management
Compensation Analysis
HR Administration
Maintaining files
Microsoft Applications
Google Applications
Statistical software
Team Leadership
Collaboration skills
Problem-solving
Communication

Accomplishments

  • Summa Cum Laude- Capella
  • 4.0 GPA
  • PSI CHI- National Honors Society of Psychology
  • NSLS- National Society of Leadership and Success
  • Community Service Honors

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual

AWARDS AND AFFILIATIONS

NSLS- National Society of Leadership and Success, APA- American Psychological Association Graduate Student Member, PSI CHI- National Honors Society of Psychology, Summa Cum Laude, President's List, Community Service Honors

Timeline

Human Resources Assistant

Hounen Solar
04.2026 - CurrentRead More

Barista

Starbucks Coffee Company
03.2021 - 08.2021Read More

Barista/Shift Lead

Choices Gourmet Market and Deli
01.2019 - 01.2021Read More

Winthrop University

Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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Capella University

Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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HRCI

aPHR certification from Human Resources Training
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Capella University

Master of Science from Industrial Psychology
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Diane Schlechta