Karen Hernandez
Pensacola
Summary
Results-driven HR Manager with proven expertise in employee relations, conflict resolution, and compliance with employment laws. Committed to fostering a positive workplace culture and enhancing employee engagement through effective training programs.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager
Chicago Extruded Metals
Cicero, IL
02.2004 - Current
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract top talent in manufacturing sector.
- Led employee training programs to enhance skills and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Streamlined performance management processes, improving employee engagement and productivity.
- Established HR policies aligned with organizational goals to promote a positive workplace culture.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Coordinated conflict resolution initiatives, fostering effective communication among team members.
- Oversaw benefits administration, optimizing employee satisfaction with compensation packages.
HR Manager
Aetna Bearing Company
Franklin Park, IL
07.1998 - 12.2003
- Oversaw benefits administration, optimizing employee satisfaction with compensation packages.
- Coordinated conflict resolution initiatives, fostering effective communication among team members.
- Analyzed workforce metrics to identify trends and guide strategic planning decisions.
- Mentored junior HR staff, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge sharing within department.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
- Ensured legal compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits and updating policies as necessary.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Led decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions.
Personnel Manager
Lehigh Furniture
Marianna, FL
01.1977 - 06.1998
- Led recruitment efforts, improving talent acquisition processes and enhancing workforce quality.
- Developed training programs, fostering employee development and increasing retention rates.
- Implemented performance management systems, aligning employee goals with organizational objectives.
- Streamlined onboarding procedures, reducing time-to-productivity for new hires significantly.
- Advised management on personnel issues, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marianna High School
Marianna, FLNo Degree -
Chipola College
Marianna, FLSkills
- HR policies and procedures
- New employee orientation
- HR processes
- Retention strategies
- Payroll administration
- Employee relations
- Compensation and benefits
- Employment law compliance
- Diversity and inclusion
- Onboarding and orientation
- Employee retention
- Employment law
- HR legal compliance
Timeline
HR Manager
Chicago Extruded Metals
02.2004 - Current
HR Manager
Aetna Bearing Company
07.1998 - 12.2003
Personnel Manager
Lehigh Furniture
01.1977 - 06.1998
High School Diploma -
Marianna High School
No Degree -
Chipola College