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Jeff Thomas

Jeff Thomas

Human Resource
Drasco,AR

Summary

Experienced Human Resources professional with expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. Proven track record of fostering strong team collaboration and achieving results through strategic initiatives. Skilled in conflict resolution, training and development, and organizational development. Adaptable and reliable, consistently aligning with evolving business needs. Demonstrated leadership abilities in HR and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Effective mentor with a talent for driving organizational growth. Excels in turning challenges into opportunities, ensuring competitive positioning through strategic recruitment and comprehensive training programs.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resource Manager

Sinco, Inc.
05.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
  • Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
  • Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
  • Reduced time-to-hire metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods.
  • Conducted salary and market benchmarking analyses to ensure competitive compensation and attract top talent.
  • Developed tailored training programs to enhance team skills and performance, addressing specific organizational needs.
  • Enhanced employee career paths through development of clear progression plans and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Designed and executed leadership development programs, preparing high-potential employees for future management roles.

Director

The Other Side
06.2017 - 07.2019
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Transformed organizational culture to embrace continuous improvement, leading by example and mentoring teams.
  • Cultivated high-performance executive team, selecting and mentoring candidates for key leadership roles.
  • Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.

Dental Lab Technician

Green Dental Laboratories
01.1999 - 06.2017
  • Collaborated with dentists to create accurate and customized dental restorations for patients.
  • Maintained a clean and organized laboratory workspace to uphold safety regulations and promote productivity.
  • Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.
  • Read prescriptions and specifications and examined models and impressions in order to determine design of dental products to be constructed.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current with industry trends.
  • Implemented digital dentistry techniques, increasing accuracy in dental restorations production process.
  • Meticulously inspected final products to ensure adherence to quality standards and dentist specifications.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Established strong communication channels with team members and clients, enhancing collaboration efforts.
  • Trained junior technicians on best practices, contributing to overall team success and skill development.
  • Supported the practice''s reputation as a leader in quality restorative dentistry through consistent production excellence.
  • Trained or supervised other dental technicians or dental laboratory bench workers.
  • Became the corporate liaison between the resource center in Heber Springs and the other dental labs in the corporation.
  • Coordinated case management between the resource center and lab presidents corporate-wide.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR
05-2022

Skills

  • HR policies and procedures
  • Employee Relations
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Training and mentoring
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Compliance
  • Leadership Training and Development
  • HR leadership
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Legal Compliance
  • Staff Management

Accomplishments

I have been a pastor for 25 years.

Created job descriptions for every position at Sinco, Inc.

Designed the succession plan for Sinco, Inc.

Used Microsoft Excel to develop tracking of attendance, occurrences, and PTO.

Implemented professional training program for all mid. to senior level management.


Affiliations

  • SHRM Member
  • Central Arkansas Human Resource Association (CAHRA) Member

Certification

  • Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) - Society for Human Resource Management.

Work Availability

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Quote

Trials teach us what we are; they dig up the soil, and let us see what we are made of.
Charles Spurgeon

Software

Microsoft Office

Languages

English
Full Professional

Interests

Antique wood furniture restoration

Fiction novels

Timeline

Human Resource Manager

Sinco, Inc.
05.2022 - Current

Director

The Other Side
06.2017 - 07.2019

Dental Lab Technician

Green Dental Laboratories
01.1999 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Central Arkansas
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