Elizabeth Kimura
Summary
Human Resources professional with robust experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, payroll processing and performance management. Proven track record of fostering strong team collaboration and driving results through strategic initiatives. Skilled in conflict resolution, training and development, and organizational development. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
CYBER POWER SYSTEMS USA, INC
Shakopee, MN
10.2021 - Current
- Improved overall talent pool by implementing structured recruitment processes.
- Streamlined interview processes to reduce time-to-hire.
- Developed coaching programs for underperforming employees to enhance productivity.
- Conducted audits of HR practices to identify areas for improvement.
- Established comprehensive HR policies to ensure legal compliance.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Regularly analyzed workforce trends to proactively address potential skill gaps or staffing needs.
- Reduced time-to-hire metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods.
- Implemented customized performance management systems, providing ongoing feedback and development opportunities for employees.
- Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
- Enhanced employee retention by developing and implementing comprehensive onboarding programs.
- Designed and executed leadership development programs, preparing high-potential employees for future management roles.
- Streamlined HR reporting processes, enabling more efficient analysis and decision-making with improved data management practices.
- Optimized talent acquisition strategies to attract high-caliber candidates, focusing on employer branding and competitive positioning.
HUMAN RESOURCES/PAYROLL MANAGER
JAPS OLSON
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Manage a group of 5 people including Recruiters, Payroll and Human resources coordinators
- Develop HR department, write internal policies for all departments
- Work with OSHA and Work Comp Procedures
- Completed full scale HR Audit for process analysis and gap identification, implemented mitigations measures
- Create and Manage COBRA/ LOA/Short Term Disabilities for Employees
- Process Termination interview
- Processed weekly Payroll for over 800 employees hourly and salaried basis
- Serve as main contact for all employees of the company
- Manage all ADA/ Reasonable Accommodation/FMLA/Leave of Absence/FFCRA COVID leaves for the organization
- Revamped Employee Handbook for compliance
- Create and administered PTO policies
- Administered all Work Comp cases
- Work directly with vendors for our Benefits, Retirement and Life Insurance
- Process/ Overseas Payroll Processing for 800+ employee weekly
- Including, Salaried and hourly employee
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
WELLS FARGO WHOLESALE BANK
08.2009 - 05.2018
- Treasure Management Department as Human Resources Generalist
- Recruiting and onboarding for all new employees
- Organized Employee appreciation events
- File/ Organize and maintain all employees' records
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Training
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS01-2005
Human Resources Management - bachelor's
University of Sao Paulo
12-2003
Skills
- Active listening
- Communication
- Proactivity
- Coaching
- Empathic
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Detail Oriented
- Management
- Great Customer Services
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee relations
- Microsoft office proficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Records management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Human resources operations
- Payroll administration
- Compliance
- Talent acquisition
- Onboarding and orientation
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
CYBER POWER SYSTEMS USA, INC
10.2021 - Current
HUMAN RESOURCES/PAYROLL MANAGER
JAPS OLSON
05.2018 - 10.2021
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
WELLS FARGO WHOLESALE BANK
08.2009 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Training
University of Kansas
Human Resources Management - bachelor's
University of Sao Paulo
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