Patricia Flores
Modesto,CA
Summary
A dynamic and results-driven HR professional with extensive experience in recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and workforce development. Adept at aligning HR strategies with business objectives in fast-paced, customer-focused environments. Proven ability to foster high-performance cultures, ensure compliance with California labor laws, and drive HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager (Multi-Site)
The Home Depot Distribution Center
Stockton, CA
03.2022 - Current
- Spearhead recruitment and onboarding efforts for supply chain operations, ensuring seamless hiring processes and talent alignment with business objectives.
- Conduct new hire orientations and onboarding, developing comprehensive programs to ensure smooth integration and position knowledge enhancement.
- Drive employee relations strategies, professionally managing conflicts and resolving workplace concerns while maintaining confidentiality and fostering a positive, compliant work environment.
- Conduct thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Oversee workforce planning initiatives, ensuring proper staffing levels to meet operational demands while reducing time-to-hire metrics through streamlined recruiting processes and optimized candidate screening methods.
- Provide expert guidance to leadership teams on California labor laws, wage and hour compliance, and workplace regulations, ensuring HR initiatives align with business goals.
- Monitor and handle employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents, facilitating conflict resolution and maintaining a high level of staff morale.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives, improving compliance and operational efficiencies through HR policy implementation.
- Lead large-scale hiring events, sourcing and attracting top-tier talent to support business growth and ensuring alignment with organizational diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Manage payroll and benefits administration across multiple locations, utilizing digital systems to ensure accuracy and minimize financial discrepancies.
- Develop and implement performance management systems, providing clear evaluation metrics, constructive feedback, and development opportunities for employees.
- Coordinate company-wide training programs and leadership development initiatives, fostering professional growth and succession planning.
- Facilitate open communication channels between employees and management by organizing town hall meetings and roundtable discussions to improve engagement and workplace satisfaction.
- Ensure OSHA and company safety compliance, improving workplace safety through targeted training programs and risk reduction strategies.
Human Resources Manager
The Home Depot Inc
Modesto, CA
05.2015 - 03.2022
- Led HR operations for multiple store locations, providing strategic HR support in recruitment, compliance, and employee relations.
- Recruited, onboarded, and managed an average of 200 employees per store, ensuring alignment with workforce planning and business goals.
- Developed and implemented HR policies in compliance with CA labor laws, ensuring fairness and legal adherence in workplace practices.
- Advised leadership on performance management, guiding managers through improvement plans while ensuring compliance with CA employment regulations.
- Planned and led district-wide hiring events, streamlining recruitment processes and securing high-quality talent.
- Reviewed and facilitated accommodations for religious and medical needs, balancing compliance and employee well-being.
- Spearheaded employee engagement initiatives, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Successfully improved store performance and employee retention, achieving one of the lowest attrition rates in the district.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TXSkills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on employee engagement and conflict resolution
- In-depth knowledge of California labor laws, ensuring compliance in all HR functions
- High level of confidentiality and accuracy in managing HR records and personnel files
- Ability to navigate a fast-paced, evolving work environment while maintaining strong organizational and time management skills
- Adaptable and proactive in identifying and implementing HR process improvements
- Proven experience in launching and managing two new store openings, overseeing all aspects from ground-up development to full operational readiness
Core Competencies
- Talent Acquisition & Recruiting | Employee Relations | Compliance with CA Labor Laws
- Performance & Discipline Management | HR Policy Implementation | Workforce Planning
- Conflict Resolution | Training & Development | HRIS & Data Management
- Benefits Administration | Change Management | Employee Engagement
Timeline
Human Resources Manager (Multi-Site)
The Home Depot Distribution Center
03.2022 - Current
Human Resources Manager
The Home Depot Inc
05.2015 - 03.2022
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration
The University of Texas At El Paso