Ernest W. Adams Jr.
Hamer
Summary
Local Human Resources professional culturally aware of regional workforce aspirations regarding desired employment attributes, with 20+ years of progressive human resource experience in healthcare, manufacturing, and distribution with proven expertise in employee relations, performance, management, succession planning, workforce development, conflict resolutionand investigation. Recognized for building strong partnerships, developing talent, and aligning HR strategy with organizational goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior HR Generalist
Harbor Freight Tools
Dillon
10.2020 - Current
- Partner with leadership to implement HR strategies supporting business goals, employee engagement, and retention.
- Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and compliance with employment laws.
- Managed employee onboarding and orientation processes for new hires.
- Provided guidance on employee relations and conflict resolution strategies.
- Maintained employee records in compliance with legal requirements and company policy.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by screening resumes and conducting interviews.
- Maintained accurate records of personnel data in the HRIS system.
- Conducted employee onboarding process, orientations, and exit interviews.
- Responded to inquiries from employees regarding benefits packages.
- Provided guidance to managers on employee relations issues.
- Coordinated benefit administration activities such as enrollments, changes, terminations.
- Investigated complaints of discrimination or harassment within the workplace.
- Provided essential support to address individual HR needs of employees.
- Established and maintained trusted relationships around organization to optimize business and employee experience.
- Safeguarded human resource information, maintaining employee confidence and protecting operations.
- Developed and documented HR procedures to refine processes and drive compliance with policies.
- Conducted workplace investigations to address allegations of harassment or discrimination, ensuring a safe work environment.
- Led employee engagement surveys and focus groups to identify areas for improvement and enhance employee satisfaction.
- Managed employee separation processes, including exit interviews and termination paperwork, ensuring a smooth transition.
- Interviewed job applicants to obtain information on work history, education or job skills.
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Maintained current knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
Senior HR Business Partner
McLeod Health
Florence
03.2018 - 10.2020
- Served as strategic advisor to leadership on HR initiatives, employee engagement, and workforce planning.
- Led employee relations efforts, ensuring compliance with policies and fostering a positive work culture.
- Supported performance management processes, including coaching, evaluations, and succession planning.
- Partnered with community and workforce development programs to strengthen talent pipelines.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to align organizational goals with community health needs.
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members while encouraging collaboration across departments.
- Participated in industry-related meetings and conferences in order to stay up-to-date on current trends within the field.
- Cultivated long-term relationships with existing clients through consistent communication efforts .
- Built a network of contacts within relevant industries which enabled access to valuable resources .
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and customers to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
- Resolved complex customer issues quickly while ensuring a positive experience throughout all interactions.
- Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight into case details.
Human Resources Manager/Human Resources Business Partner
Mann- Hummel / Wix Filtration Products Division
Dillon
01.1999 - 03.2018
- Directed HR operations for a mid sized manufacturing facility, overseeing employee relations and onboarding.
- Designed and implemented succession planning strategies, improving promotions and talent readiness.
- Improved employee-employer relationships through effective communication and engagement programs.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to strengthen organizational performance and retention.
- Administered benefits programs to ensure competitive offerings for employees.
- Resolved employee relations issues through effective communication and mediation strategies.
- Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
- Identified operational weaknesses to improve or innovate people, programs and processes.
- Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance.
- Coordinated various benefits programs such as medical insurance, retirement plans and vacation policies.
- Implemented organizational change initiatives effectively while minimizing disruption in operations.
- Used data and analytics to improve company processes for recruitment, selection and onboarding.
- Organized employee directories and updated individual contact information.
- Helped with employee transfers and referrals.
- Negotiated collective bargaining agreements with labor unions by highlighting company profit and operational outcomes.
- Collaborated with management to develop HR strategies for workforce planning.
- Implemented performance management systems to support employee development initiatives.
- Developed policies that align with company values and promote a positive culture.
- Partnered with teams to address diversity and inclusion initiatives effectively.
- Developed, implemented and monitored HR programs such as recruitment, onboarding, training, compensation and benefits.
- Oversaw recruitment, interviewing, hiring and onboarding of new company staff.
- Worked with business leaders to evaluate and optimize human resources policies.
- Assisted in the development of succession planning initiatives for key positions within the organization.
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts between employees through mediation or alternative dispute resolution techniques.
- Drove changes to different areas of operations to align company with HR strategies.
- Implemented innovative employee incentive program to increase staff productivity.
- Organized team building activities designed to promote collaboration among employees across departments.
- Provided guidance on labor relations matters such as collective bargaining agreements and union negotiations.
- Increased employee base to meet changing staffing needs.
- Suggested promotions and wage increases according to employee performance.
- Created staff teams based on employee strengths and made adjustments to promote overall productivity.
Education
MBA -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNBA -
Coker University
Hartsville, SCSkills
- Employee Relations
- Performance Management
- HRIS Systems
- Employee Relations
- Investigations
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Building
- Onboarding & Training
- Strategic Management
- Workforce Development
- Community Partnerships
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
Community Service
Active contributor to community and workforce initiatives working directly with State and local job and work force development centers enhancing current workforce in addition to recruitment opportunities.
Timeline
Senior HR Generalist
Harbor Freight Tools
10.2020 - Current
Senior HR Business Partner
McLeod Health
03.2018 - 10.2020
Human Resources Manager/Human Resources Business Partner
Mann- Hummel / Wix Filtration Products Division
01.1999 - 03.2018
MBA -
Walden University
BA -
Coker University