Edie Thompson
Union City,TN
Summary
Experienced with developing and executing HR strategies aligned with business objectives. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with employees and management. Knowledge of employment law and best practices to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Human Resources Business Partner
West Tennessee Healthcare
Dyersburg, TN
01.2023 - Current
- Manage complex employee relations issues with tact and diplomacy, balancing the needs of both individuals and the organization while mitigating potential risks.
- Oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and offboarding, providing a consistent HR experience for all staff.
- Conduct thorough investigations into workplace complaints, resolving conflicts promptly and fairly while minimizing legal exposure.
Human Resources Manager
Pella
Murray, KY
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Transitional/hybrid Human Resources Manager role wherein I managed a human resource department of 8 on multiple shifts. Focused on the problem areas for this facility which were: policy administration inconsistencies, hourly evaluation inconsistencies, and training.
- Key Achievements: Increased employee engagement survey participation rate by 8% (electronic vs. paper) and reduced turnover by 5%
Human Resources Manager
NSK
Dyersburg, TN
06.2016 - 07.2022
- Reduced time-to-fill metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods
- Managed employee relations issues and investigations professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times
- Conducted salary and market benchmarking analyses to ensure competitive compensation and attract top talent
- Key Achievements: Collected data to support an on-site Medical Clinic which resulted in an annual cost savings of 60k year over year in addition to a reduction in OSHA recordables; founded College Internship Program; reduced employee legal actions (EEOC) by 90%; reduced HR operating cost by 15%
Human Resources Manager
Noranda Alumium
Huntingdon, TN; Salisbury, NC And Newport, AR
06.2010 - 06.2016
- Key Achievements: Implementation of an Early Retirement Incentive Program (ERIP) across all 3 facilities achieving labor cost reductions of greater than $750,000; launched annual employee culture surveys with year over year satisfaction and participation improvement; negotiated a cost neutral labor relations contract in 2011 & 2015 in AR while maintaining an excellent working relationship with Union Leadership and Stewards. Secured a one-year labor extension and reduced grievances filed by 30%
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN08-2004
Skills
- Talent Management
- Human Resource Processes
- Performance Management
- Employee Relations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Succession Planning
- Analytical Problem Solver
- Data Analysis
Timeline
Regional Human Resources Business Partner
West Tennessee Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Pella
07.2022 - 12.2022
Human Resources Manager
NSK
06.2016 - 07.2022
Human Resources Manager
Noranda Alumium
06.2010 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Oakland City University