Karla Sanchez
Quakertown,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented and people-focused Human Resources professional with extensive experience in talent acquisition, onboarding, payroll administration, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations. Proven ability to build strong relationships with employees and leaders while streamlining HR processes to enhance efficiency and ensure adherence to organizational, state, and federal regulations. Skilled in managing high-volume environments and supporting diverse workforces, consistently improving the overall employee experience. Bilingual in English and Spanish, equipped with strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills that drive effective HR solutions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Coordinator
HumanGood
01.2022 - Current
- Manage full-cycle recruitment
- Oversee the complete onboarding process for new hires to ensure a smooth transition.
- Administer and monitor the timecard approval process; assist supervisors and team members with payroll issues and inquiries.
- Guide supervisors through Workers’ Compensation procedures and ensure accurate documentation.
- Maintain and organize employee files to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Support the administration of FMLA and other leave programs in coordination with the company’s external leave administrator.
- Manage employee records, benefits administration (health, retirement, long-term care), and enrollment processes; provide employees with guidance regarding benefit questions.
- Maintain an up-to-date list of authorized drivers.
- Process payroll as needed using payroll and HR database systems; verify payroll accuracy, request manual checks, and manage distribution when applicable.
- Assist the Regional Director of Human Resources (Affordable Housing) with special projects and operational initiatives.
- Manage daily HR operations during the absence of the Human Resources Director.
- Audit new hire files to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Attend HR seminars and trainings to maintain knowledge of current HR laws, trends, and best practices.
- Deliver courteous and effective support to employees, and leaders.
- Uphold and protect the rights of employees and residents in all HR interactions.
- Perform additional duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Payroll Specialist and Bilingual Recruiter
Classic Staffing
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed full-cycle accounts payable functions for a high-volume temporary staffing agency, ensuring accurate and timely payment processing.
- Prepared and printed weekly payroll checks for agency employees, maintaining strict accuracy and confidentiality.
- Verified and processed special payroll adjustments—including referral bonuses, attendance incentives, and vacation payouts—in alignment with client contract terms.
- Monitored and reconciled vendor-managed payroll hours to ensure billing accuracy and compliance.
- Processed direct deposit requests within the ABD system and ensured timely distribution of direct deposit vouchers to employees.
- Generated and processed client invoices; prepared and delivered invoice reports via mail or email to designated client contacts.
- Sourced, screened, and evaluated applicants through online platforms; conducted phone interviews and matched qualified candidates to appropriate job placements.
Field Recruiter
Godshall’s Quality Meats
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Supported the Human Resources Director with a wide range of employee relations activities, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution of workplace concerns.
- Coordinated and facilitated the annual health benefits enrollment process, providing guidance to employees and ensuring accurate completion of required documentation.
- Planned and led employee engagement initiatives aimed at strengthening workplace culture and increasing staff participation.
- Maintained ongoing communication with multiple staffing agencies to meet operational hiring needs and ensure consistent candidate pipelines.
- Conducted proactive field-based talent sourcing by visiting community locations—including restaurants, shopping centers, and churches—to promote job opportunities, discuss available roles, and highlight company benefits.
- Followed up with prospective candidates sourced in the field, coordinating next-step interviews with HR and hiring managers.
- Reviewed applicant profiles on Indeed, performed phone screenings, supported hiring managers with in-person interviews, and scheduled new hires for drug testing, HPE physical exams, and orientation, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience.
Human Resources Coordinator
Clemens Food Group
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Coordinated and managed the full new-hire HR operations process, including entering employee data into the UltiPro HRIS system, verifying employment eligibility (I-9), and ensuring all onboarding documentation met compliance requirements.
- Contributed to the organization’s Electronic Onboarding initiative, supporting the transition from manual paperwork to automated digital workflows to streamline new-hire processing and qualification tracking.
- Acted as an HR business partner across multiple departments—including Operations, HR Team Member Relations, CFG Cares, Talent Acquisition, IT, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Legal, and Compliance—to ensure efficient and accurate processing of hiring, promotions, transfers, and other employment actions.
- Ensured timely and accurate processing of personnel actions such as promotions, demotions, departmental transfers, supervisor changes, and employment status updates, with attention to payroll impact and compliance requirements.
Human Resources Business Partner (Interim)
Clemens Food Group
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Designed and implemented the Onboarding Buddy Program—pairing new hires with trained peer mentors to support role acclimation—which reduced departmental turnover by 43%.
- Served as the primary HR point of contact for all Fresh Pork departments, providing day-to-day HR support for a workforce of approximately 350 team members.
- Advised supervisors and managers on proper completion of HR documentation, including terminations, performance evaluations, status changes, and new-hire paperwork, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Coordinated and participated in interviews for both internal and external candidates, partnering closely with hiring managers to support selection decisions.
- Provided comprehensive HR support across multiple functions including hiring, staffing, compensation and benefits, FMLA administration, employee relations, onboarding progress, and annual performance evaluation processes.
- Assisted with employee relations matters by participating in the investigation of team member concerns, helping ensure fair, consistent, and compliant resolutions.
HR Leadership Development Trainee
Clemens Food Group
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Eliminated paper applications and implemented a fully online application workflow through the newly adopted Applicant Tracking System (iCIMS), improving efficiency and candidate processing speed.
- Developed and launched the CFG Referral Program, reducing turnover among referred employees by 31% and strengthening internal talent pipelines.
- Successfully sourced 92% of non-exempt new hires within a one-year period, achieving a retention rate of 85%, significantly above the typical 51% retention rate.
- Represented the organization at career fairs to attract qualified talent; conducted phone screenings for non-exempt and professional non-exempt candidates.
- Coordinated and scheduled on-site interviews, HPE evaluations, and pre-employment testing for all non-exempt positions, ensuring smooth candidate flow through the hiring process.
- Prepared and coordinated offer letters for non-exempt and professional non-exempt hires, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Souderton
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Trained new employees in workplace processes, expectations, and procedures to support successful onboarding and integration.
- Addressed employee concerns and complaints, escalating issues as needed to ensure timely and appropriate resolution.
- Coordinated new-hire orientations and conducted exit interviews for part-time and temporary employees to support lifecycle HR processes.
- Entered and maintained accurate employee documentation by processing I-9 and W-4 forms and organizing personnel files in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
- Managed the employee health insurance benefits registration project, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely submission of required documentation.
- Provided English-to-Spanish translation for employee communications and posted materials, improving accessibility for Spanish-speaking team members.
- Interviewed qualified applicants and assisted in evaluating candidates to support staffing needs and hiring decisions.
Education
Associate’s Degree - Psychology and Social Work
Montgomery County Community College
Pennsylvania01-2014
Criminal Justice and Psychology
Nyack College
New York01-2012
Skills
- Full-Cycle Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Onboarding & New Hire Compliance
- Payroll Processing & Timekeeping Administration
- Employee Relations Support
- HRIS Systems (Ultipro, Kronos, Workday)
- Leave of Absence Administration (FMLA, ADA)
- Benefits & Workers’ Compensation Coordination
- Policy Interpretation & Compliance Auditing
- Process Improvement & HR Operations
- Bilingual Communication (English & Spanish)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Human Resources Coordinator
HumanGood
01.2022 - Current
Payroll Specialist and Bilingual Recruiter
Classic Staffing
01.2021 - 01.2022
Field Recruiter
Godshall’s Quality Meats
01.2020 - 01.2021
Human Resources Coordinator
Clemens Food Group
01.2017 - 01.2018
Human Resources Business Partner (Interim)
Clemens Food Group
01.2017 - 01.2017
HR Leadership Development Trainee
Clemens Food Group
01.2016 - 01.2017
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Souderton
01.2010 - 01.2011
Criminal Justice and Psychology
Nyack College
Associate’s Degree - Psychology and Social Work
Montgomery County Community College