A results oriented, dedicated, hands on senior Human Resources leader with 14 years of experience focusing on the growth of people and the organization; by driving strategic HR operation initiatives, developing, recommending, and implementing Human Resources strategies and policies in support of business objectives ranging from employee retention, promotion, hiring, succession planning, and grievance management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Personnel Coordinator
East Penn Manufacturing Co
03.2011 - Current
Conducted employee orientation sessions, providing essential information on company policies, benefits, resources, plant tours, I-9 verification, and employee ID access, as well as training manuals.
Monitored employee performance evaluations, new hires, transfers, production leaders, and provided support in the feedback process to foster talent development.
Responded to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, FMLA, disability leave, leave of absence, paid parental bonding, employee attendance, time off from work, ensuring a high level of service.
Facilitated employee engagement activities, Kids Day, Retire Day, annual service awards, company picnic, and employee holiday meals to promote a positive workplace culture.
Conducted exit interviews and analyzed feedback to identify areas for improvement within the organization.
Assisted in managing employee relation issues, providing support and guidance to resolve conflicts, including reasonable suspicion testing, and post-accident testing that covers office personnel, manufacturing, transportation, maintenance, and specialized jobs.
Analyzed HR metrics to identify trends and recommend improvements in HR processes.
Collaborated and escalated incidents with legal counsel to ensure compliance with regulations in all HR practices.
Plant Manager
UNFI
01.2008 - 02.2011
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve production bottlenecks, enhancing workflow and productivity.
Trained and mentored staff on best practices in manufacturing processes and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Led initiatives to enhance employee engagement and retention.
Developed and executed strategic plans to enhance plant performance, leading to an improvement in production output.
Oversaw production operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and regulatory compliance.