KENNEDIE JOHNSTON
Union Mills,IN
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Coordinator
The New York Blower Company
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained HRIS and kept employee files up to date and accurate for 3 locations.
- Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
- Handled employee inquiries and complaints regarding policy and benefits issues.
- Supported managers in addressing employee concerns, fostering positive workplace relationships.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Established solid relationships between departments by providing well-rounded support across various teams.
- Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
- Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management, resolving conflicts swiftly when needed.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and reduced administrative workload.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Acted as a liaison for an NYB child company, KDS Windsor.
- Rolled out UKG Ready from the beginning of development for KDS
- Rolled out UKG Learning from the beginning alongside other senior leaders
Human Resources Generalist
Polygon Company
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA, and benefits.
- Administered weekly payroll for 250 employees.
- Met with staff to resolve difficult situations related to performance and conflict management.
- Coached managers through employee engagement, documentation, discipline and performance improvement plans.
- Conducted confidential investigations of discrimination, harassment and workplace violence.
- Understood, interpreted and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs.
- Managed change through open communication for addressing employee concerns, allowing for different opinions and publicizing new strategies.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting process for applicants to promote smooth and positive onboarding experience.
- Helped set up medical, dental and life insurance benefits to facilitate employee on-boarding process.
Financial Representative
Northwestern Mutual
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Met with customers to assess needs, financial status and eligibility.
- Worked closely with clients to determine goals and recommend appropriate services to maintain long-term relationships with account holders.
- Sold Term Life Insurance, Whole Life Insurance and Disability Insurance products.
- Received customer applications and followed up with clients to obtain missing information before submission.
- Collaborated with clients to maintain relationships and provide customers with thorough support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained strong knowledge of multiple products and varying levels of benefits within each product.
Bar Manager
Twisted Tiki Sports Bar & Pizzeria
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations and resolving issues.
- Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks and customer-focused events.
- Followed all safety requirements for alcohol service and maintained network of available ride services for inebriated customers.
- Implemented drink prep procedures that significantly reduced wasted stock.
Human Resources Support Services
XL Industrial Services, Inc
09.2014 - 04.2020
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Reconciled processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balance numbers.
- Maintained payable shared email inbox and digitized invoices for processing.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Trained employees in safety procedures and provided in-depth documentation for review.
- Reviewed company processes and suggested methods that would improve overall safety for all employees.
- Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
- Filed paperwork, sorted and delivered mail, and maintained office organization.
- Prepared monthly termination lists to be added to permanent records.
- Tracked various statistics and kept detailed records to support human resources department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business, Human Resources, Organizational Leadership
Purdue University - North Central
Westville, IN05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Purdue University - North Central
Westville, IN05.2020
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Retention Program Development
- Full-Cycle Recruiting
- Policy Interpretation
- Employment Recordkeeping
- Employment Data Tracking
- Maintains confidentiality
- Employee relations
- UKG Pro / UKG Ready /UKG Learning
Accomplishments
- Support the HR Director in creating, updating, and administering policies.
- Oversee general HR functions for 3 locations.
- Enhance current HRIS and employee record keeping processes
- Act as a point of contact for employee concerns and complications
Timeline
Human Resources Coordinator
The New York Blower Company
10.2022 - Current
Human Resources Generalist
Polygon Company
02.2022 - 08.2022
Financial Representative
Northwestern Mutual
12.2020 - 01.2022
Bar Manager
Twisted Tiki Sports Bar & Pizzeria
09.2019 - 12.2021
Human Resources Support Services
XL Industrial Services, Inc
09.2014 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business, Human Resources, Organizational Leadership
Purdue University - North Central
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Purdue University - North Central
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