Erika Howard
Enfield,NC
Summary
Proven ability to coordinate workplace initiatives, maintain confidential employee documentation, and collaborate with leadership to resolve workplace issues. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management with a strong interest in recruiting, employee development, and organizational support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator
Cummins, Inc.
04.2025 - Current
- Facilitate regular communication between leadership, engineers, contractors, and staff to address concerns and maintain positive working relationships.
- Provide leadership with updates, issue escalation, and recommendations to support timely and compliant decision-making
- Ensure contractors comply with organizational safety policies and address non-compliance through corrective guidance.
Facilities Administrative Technician
Cummins, Inc.
03.2023 - Current
- Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees, contractors, and leadership to address workplace concerns, policy questions, and issue resolution.
- Partner with leadership to ensure consistent application of policies, safety standards, and corrective actions.
- Support investigations related to safety incidents, vendor issues, and compliance concerns, coordinate documentation and follow-up actions.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employees and operational matters.
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and leadership to resolve complex issues while minimizing business risk.
- Managed scheduling for executive meetings, optimizing time allocation and resource availability.
- Facilitated successful project completion by coordinating team efforts and tracking progress against deadlines.
Division Administrative Coordinator
Nutrien Ag Solutions
12.2020 - 03.2023
- Accelerated month-end reporting by 15% through improved inventory and invoice tracking.
- Processed high volumes of vendor payments with accuracy and compliance.
- Supported employee relations through onboarding, documentation, and policy compliance for 100+ employees.
- Assisted leadership with employee concerns, attendance issues, and procedural questions.
- Reduced email response time, prioritizing urgent communications and delegating tasks effectively.
- Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
Administrative Assistant
Oakley Collier Architects, PA
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings for internal and external stakeholders.
- Managed construction documentation, including bid packages and contractor RFIs.
- Organized project files and improved access to critical specifications.
- Supported feasibility studies and closeout documentation for architectural projects.
- Coordinated project schedules and maintained calendars for multiple architects.
- Managed correspondence and communication with clients, vendors, and staff.
Branch Office Specialist
MHC Kenworth
03.2017 - 10.2019
- Managed daily front office operations, ensuring professional service for customers and vendors.
- Served as a confidential resource for employees and leadership regarding administrative and HR-related matters.
- Assisted HR with onboarding, employee relations, and training coordination.
- Led compliance and documentation training to improve office-wide adherence to policy.
- Oversaw office supplies, mail distribution, and records for regional and corporate needs.
- Provided notary services and collaborated with leadership to streamline administrative functions.
- Answered and routed incoming calls, serving as the primary contact and ensuring timely communication.
Education
A.A.S. - Business Administration
Edgecombe Community College
Tarboro, NC01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NC05.2027
Skills
- Office & Facilities Management
- Budget Oversight & Financial Reporting
- Vendor Relations & Contract Negotiation
- HR Support & Employee Onboarding
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- SAP Ariba, Concur, Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Project Coordinator
Cummins, Inc.
04.2025 - Current
Facilities Administrative Technician
Cummins, Inc.
03.2023 - Current
Division Administrative Coordinator
Nutrien Ag Solutions
12.2020 - 03.2023
Administrative Assistant
Oakley Collier Architects, PA
10.2019 - 03.2020
Branch Office Specialist
MHC Kenworth
03.2017 - 10.2019
A.A.S. - Business Administration
Edgecombe Community College
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
University of Mount Olive