Justin Melendez
Indian Land,South Carolina
Summary
An experienced and versatile human resources professional with a bachelor's degree in psychology and a minor in business administration. Skilled in delivering HR programs and solutions, coaching managers and employees, handling employee relations, performance management, compensation, learning and development and organizational development. Seeking to leverage my expertise and passion for people as an Associate Human Resources Business Partner at Red Ventures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Special Program Coordinator
Cummins
01.2022 - Current
- Supported HR with administrative work such as processing payroll, updating employee records, and maintaining compliance with policies and regulations
- Planned and coordinated programs and town halls to enhance employee engagement, recognition, and communication across the plant
- Handled project related finances such as budgeting, tracking expenses, and reporting on outcomes
- Managed communication to the entire plant through mass texts, emails, and internal monitors using clear and concise language
- Gathered survey data to gauge areas of improvement and used the data to review performance and provide feedback to managers and employees
- Scheduled and organized meetings and events such as training sessions, team building activities, and wellness initiatives using effective time management skills
- Provided support to the training department to promote growth and program development by creating presentations and summaries, facilitating workshops, and evaluating learning outcomes.
Site Coordinator
Flyers Sugar Creek Elementary
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Oversaw the daily coordination of an afterschool program for over 100 students by ensuring safety, quality, and compliance standards were met
- Maintained a clear line of communication with staff, school administration, and parents/guardians by providing regular updates, addressing concerns, and resolving issues promptly
- Maintained the daily attendance database system by entering accurate data, generating reports, and identifying trends and patterns
- Oversaw student behavior on site and utilized appropriate discipline measures by following the school's policies and procedures and applying positive reinforcement strategies
- Responded to inquiries from parents/guardians regarding the program and their students by providing factual information, empathetic listening, and constructive feedback
- Conducted in-house trainings and weekly meetings for staff by developing relevant content, delivering engaging sessions, and assessing learning outcomes
- Administered employee reviews and evaluations by setting S.M.A.R.T
- Goals, monitoring progress,
- Developed scheduling for staff and ensured it was successfully implemented by considering availability, workload, and program needs
- Implemented onboarding for new hires by providing orientation, training, and mentoring
- Attended and administered professional development training, job fairs, and events by representing the program, networking with stakeholders, and enhancing my skills and knowledge.
Assistant Site Coordinator
Flyers Sugar Creek Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained good communication between management and staff by acting as a liaison, providing feedback, and escalating issues as needed
- Trained staff in leading activities by demonstrating best practices, sharing resources, and providing coaching
- Continuously worked with staff to accomplish goals by setting expectations, tracking progress, and celebrating achievements
- Liaised with clients to gauge their needs by conducting surveys, interviews, and focus groups
- Implemented regulations and procedures of the company by ensuring compliance, quality, and safety standards were met
- Coordinated meal distribution to students by ordering supplies, preparing food, and serving portions.
Education
B.A. - Psychology
Winthrop University
05.2022 - 05.2022
Skills
Strong organizational skills
Certification
CPR and First Aid
Timeline
B.A. - Psychology
Winthrop University
05.2022 - 05.2022
Special Program Coordinator
Cummins
01.2022 - Current
Site Coordinator
Flyers Sugar Creek Elementary
01.2019 - 01.2021
Assistant Site Coordinator
Flyers Sugar Creek Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2019