Years of Human Resources experience
KEITH SMITH
Sr. Human Resources Executive
Langhorne,PA
Summary
Multi-talented Sr. Human Resources Executive with a proven record of strategic leadership and vision, team-building, talent development and reducing costs. Great knowledge of organizational processes, and skillful in corporate compliance, policy writing, creating awards programs, mentoring, coaching and succession plans.
Overview
15
15
2
2
Relatable Certifications
Work History
Sr. Human Resources Executive & CFO
American Autowire, Inc
Bellmawr, NJ
05.2023 - Current
- Leveraged analytics-based tools for informed decision-making in all aspects of human resources management, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Supported organizational growth by designing scalable human resources strategies that aligned with business objectives.
- Reduced legal risk exposure by implementing comprehensive compliance policies related to employment law regulations and practices.
- Transformed workplace culture by initiating flexible work arrangements that contributed positively towards achieving work-life balance for employees.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with other departments to support organizational alignment on people strategy goals and objectives effectively.
- Implemented performance management systems that drove productivity, resulting in higher employee satisfaction scores.
- Increased retention rates by developing targeted recruitment strategies and comprehensive onboarding processes.
- Managed compensation and benefits programs to ensure market competitiveness, optimizing budget allocation for maximum impact.
- Established robust succession planning frameworks to secure long-term stability for key executive positions within the organization.
- Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission.
- Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct.
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
Vice President of Finance & Human Resources
American Autowire, Inc.
Bellmawr, NJ
05.2017 - 05.2023
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements by staying current on industry developments and implementing necessary controls within the organization.
- Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
- Mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and skill development within the department.
- Evaluated investment opportunities diligently, contributing to informed decisions regarding potential projects and their expected returns.
- Oversaw deployment of strategic business plans to accomplish accounting, compliance, and revenue targets.
Manager of Finance & Human Resources
American Autowire, Inc.
Bellmawr, NJ
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Responsible for the people strategies and financial operations of a $20 million, industry leading, electrical wire harness manufacturer in South Jersey with 100+ employees, working in 6 states
- Created a strategic HR Plan to build a ‘lean’ department of HRBPs, Payroll and Benefits Associates, and a Training & Development Officer, scalable to the growth of the business
- Managed the purchase and implementation of an HRIS (ADP Workforce Now), improving talent management, payroll processes, and benefits administration
- Responsible for improving the culture of the company and the perception of our Human Resources Dept, using communications based on ‘people value’, inclusiveness, information sharing and awareness
- Created a semi-annual Employee Survey through SurveyMonkey that receives > 90% participation
- Action Plans are created from the results of the survey to improve employee engagement (up 20% since commencement) and the total employee experience
- Installed a 2-tier group medical plan (high-deductible and HSA) to replace a 3-tier legacy plan, which reduced Plan costs by $100k annually and improved the employee participation rate to 75%
- Streamlined the onboarding process for new employees, by moving all required documents, online, to e-docs and DocuSign, and all required training to online, custom-built programs through HR Train
- Conducted comprehensive compensation research to produce the first ‘Pay Grade / Pay Family’ pay-range structure for employees
- Introduced the 9-box Employee Evaluation process to Department Managers to create leadership succession plans for each department
- Implemented a Building Security Plan, inclusive of security cameras and building access systems, to protect our employees.
Plant Controller & Human Resources
American Roll-off, Inc. / Palfinger
Trenton, NJ
08.2010 - 08.2013
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Rosemont College
Rosemont, PAAssociate of Applied Science - Business
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Strategic Vision
- Ethical Leadership
- Corporate Communications
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Management
- Talent Acquisition & Management
- Compliance Management
- Employee Benefits Modeling
- Staffing Analysis
- HR Team Development
- Training & Education Programs
- Total Rewards Programs
- Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Executive Succession Planning
Certification
- SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
- PHR - Professional in Human Resources
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureAffiliations
- Tri-State Human Resources Management Association
- Society for Human Resources Management
- Human Resources Certification Institute
Timeline
Sr. Human Resources Executive & CFO
American Autowire, Inc
05.2023 - Current
Vice President of Finance & Human Resources
American Autowire, Inc.
05.2017 - 05.2023
Manager of Finance & Human Resources
American Autowire, Inc.
08.2013 - 05.2017
Plant Controller & Human Resources
American Roll-off, Inc. / Palfinger
08.2010 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business
Rosemont College
Associate of Applied Science - Business
Community College of Philadelphia
Similar Profiles
Michael SwiatekMichael Swiatek
Production and Installation Manager at American Welding / American Scale CompanyProduction and Installation Manager at American Welding / American Scale Company
Crystal Michelle BarayCrystal Michelle Baray
MSR Bank Secrecy Act - Compliance at American Airlines, American Airlines HDQMSR Bank Secrecy Act - Compliance at American Airlines, American Airlines HDQ
Rachael WallenRachael Wallen
Office Manager at American Chevrolet Cadillac (now, All-American)Office Manager at American Chevrolet Cadillac (now, All-American)
Jacob SchedlJacob Schedl
Office Assistant at Kanawha-Charleston Health DepartmentOffice Assistant at Kanawha-Charleston Health Department
Emma DekkerEmma Dekker
Director of Intramural Sports at Cairn UniversityDirector of Intramural Sports at Cairn University