Elizabeth Garcia
Henderson,TX
Summary
Highly analytical and effective communicator with exceptional teamwork skills and a proven ability to adapt quickly to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Possesses a positive attitude and strong commitment to continuous learning and growth, ready to make a significant impact in any role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Leave of Absence Administrator
SanMar Corporation
04.2022 - Current
- Analyze employee leave requests to determine eligibility and certification in compliance with discretionary company policy, state and federal leave laws.
- Responsible for create documentation, reporting, follow-up and communicating information to the local HR team, employees, payroll, management and insurance carriers.
- Communicate leave or accommodation decisions and on-going expectations with employees, local HR and supervisors/managers.
- Process paperwork for leaves, disability and accommodations.
- Work closely with the Supervisor, Leaves to ensure the LOA process runs smoothly for supervisors, manager, employees and health care providers.
- Responsible for creating invoices and tracking benefit premiums paid while employees are on LOA. Coordinate premium payments with payroll to ensure accurate accounting of premium payments, including arrears reconciliation.
- Keep apprised of federal, state, and local leave laws and regulations and applies to individual situations.
HR Generalist
SanMar Corporation
05.2015 - 03.2022
- Managed benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and reduced administrative workload.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation and employee assistance.
- Administer Leaves of Absence, Workers Compensation and OSHA 300/301.
- Administer payroll for employees on LOA or WC.
- Responsible for timely and accurate data in Leave Source System.
- Support employee safety, wellness and health programs.
- Participate in developing HR goals, objectives and processes
- Act as a back up to the Human Resources Manager as needed.
HR Coordinator
Cummins Southern Plains
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Maintained accurate employee records in HRIS systems, enabling efficient data retrieval for reporting purposes.
- Managed employee relations issues with tact, conducting investigations and providing guidance to managers for resolution.
- Managed FMLA requests and ADA accommodations, maintaining compliance with federal guidelines while supporting employee wellbeing.
- Managed benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
- Conducted exit interviews to gather valuable insights into areas for improvement within the organization.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
Education
Diploma -
Hidalgo High School
Texas05.2001
Skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, personable, highly organized, self-motivated, and receptive
- Fully bilingual: written and oral, great communication skills
- Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously and maintain a calm and positive attitude
- Ability to work well under pressure with willingness to assist peers and superiors in a teamwork environment
- Quick learner with a great ability to master new training techniques
- Proficient: Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Ceridian, Lotus Notes, Time Pilot Systems, training in ABRA (payroll), Benefits, Lawson, SAP, Skyward, ADP, Novatime, ASANA, OSHA Compliance, FMLA, Workers Comp
References
- Maria Broughton, Leaves Supervisor, Sanmar
- Daphne Rivera, HR Manager, Cummins, 817-640-6830
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Leave of Absence Administrator
SanMar Corporation
04.2022 - Current
HR Generalist
SanMar Corporation
05.2015 - 03.2022
HR Coordinator
Cummins Southern Plains
04.2013 - 04.2015
Diploma -
Hidalgo High School
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