KEYATTA D. BELL
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Senior Human Resource Business Partner, operations manager, logistics manager and combat engineer with over 12 years of progressive leadership experience. Able to coordinate, plan, and execute complex problems in a timely and efficient manner while monitoring costs and upholding compliance. I have a high level of interpersonal communication skills with a focus on team building and collaborative partnerships in an effort to maximize production even in high pressure, low capability situations. I proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. I am currently going to school to finish my BA in Human Resources with a minor in Business Management as well as a graduate of the Advance Leaders Course.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Trimmer
SmithField Foods
Tarheel , NC
02.2021 - Current
- Updated logs with production numbers and submitted reports.
- Decreased meat waste by 50% through effective and accurate storage.
- Analyzed meat temperatures for safety and quality and monitored heat conditions for stability.
- Educated 15 staff members on specialty meat cuts, food handling methods and sanitation guidelines.
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
- Oversaw meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Ensured safety practices and quality controls.
Postal Manager
United States Army
Fort Bragg , NC
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Identified, developed and implemented strategic and logistical plans for receiving, sorting, and delivering mail.
- Responsible for performing audits to maintain accountability for clerk stamp stock counts.
- Generates and submit after action reports based on monthly post office inspections and audits.
- Assisted customers in determining proper postal service to align with individual needs.
- Demonstrated to employees communication techniques to increase exceptional customer service.
- Managed daily operations of 50 employee post office.
- Hired, trained and evaluated performance of 30 employees.
- Efficiently and kindly handled customer complaints and issues to increase satisfaction rates by 90%.
Principal Advisor
United States Army
Fort Bragg , NC
01.2012 - 01.2015
- To the Director of Human Resources and the organization’s CEO on all aspects of human resources support in an organization of over 4,000 employees.
- Evaluate human resource standards of compliance throughout the organization and its effectiveness by providing human resource data and trend analysis.
- Provide sage consultation to senior leadership on all aspects of human resource matters to include readiness, strength and talent management and succession planning.
- Subject matter expert in Military Human Resource Information.
- Systems (eMILPO, TOPMIS II, eTOPMIS, EDAS, & COPS) providing troubleshooting and data management solutions for junior Human Resource Business Partners.
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with clients.
- Identified and met client needs to maximize satisfaction and success of projects.
Senior Human Resource Business Manager
United States Army
Qatar
11.2011 - 11.2012
- Led a human resources team of 10 professionals responsible for all aspects of HR support in an organization of over 975 employees to include, but not limited to: legal actions & compliance (to include congressional and presidential inquiries).
- HR policy and procedure implementation, awards, evaluations, talent management and recruiting efforts.
- Expertly managed accountability and associated personnel actions for over 900 employees throughout redeployment operations from Kuwait to Qatar.
- Designed and executed a collaborative data processing plans and budgets for 1,100 personnel with 95% accuracy in preparation for an overseas, high stress work environment.
- Rated as the best Human Resource Manager by the CEO and the #1 Staff Manager in the organization by the organization’s top director.
- Forecasted expected personnel demands and developed forward-thinking approaches to achieve objectives.
- Evaluated training program success and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
Resource Business Manager
United States Army
Columbia , SC
08.2009 - 10.2011
- Led and directly supervised a human resources team of 7 professionals responsible for all aspects of HR support in an organization of over 2,200 employees conducting high risk operations while geographically dispersed worldwide, in a high stress environment.
- Consulted and developed enduring HR capability and capacity within the organization in a concerted effort to mitigate corruption in pay and accountability procedures while identifying absenteeism and turnover trends within the organization.
- Rated as the best Human Resource Manager by the CEO and in the Top 3 of 26 Noncommissioned officers throughout the organization on annual performance appraisal by the top director.
- Oversaw office operations for organization by processing vital documentation, obtaining insurance verification and authorization for services.
- Implemented automation strategies for office operations, correspondence management, schedule coordination and recordkeeping.
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
Operations and Project Manager
United States Army
Baghdad
06.2007 - 10.2008
- Responsible for the health, welfare and training of 24 Engineer professionals and for the maintenance and accountability of 17 vehicles with all corresponding equipment valued over $18,000,000.
- Provided general engineering support, explosive ordinance disposal support and route clearance expertise to a forward operating base consisting of over 5,000 military and civilian employees.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Planned, led, and executed over 120 combat patrols in an overseas, high stress environment securing over 10,000 kilometers resulting in zero loss of personnel or equipment.
Human Resource Business Manager
United States Army
Augusta , GA
08.2004 - 07.2009
- Human Resource Business Partner and manager of an award winning human resources team of 7 professionals responsible for all aspects of HR support in an organization of over 900 employees to include, but not limited to: legal actions & compliance, HR policy and procedure implementation, awards, evaluations, talent management and recruiting efforts
- Awarded best personnel service support section by the firm's top director for excellence during an Inspector General staff inspection for mission readiness and regulation compliance
- Conceptualized and implemented HR standard operating procedures and re-purposed staff sections to enable better customer service delivery.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new Soldiers, bolstering job position knowledge and skillset.
- Coordinated with senior leadership and handled managerial needs by implementing fresh solutions into business strategies.
- Implemented performance review and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
- Led and strategically directed team of human resources professionals.
Education
Advanced Leaders Course -
Colorado Technical University
2013
Diploma -
Goldsboro High School
Goldsboro, NC06.1999
Skills
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
- Maintenance Requirements
- Critical Thinking
- Risk Evaluation
- Corrective Actions
- Improvement Plans
- Operational Efficiency
- Performance Management Systems
- Health and Safety Programs
- Budget Administration
- Project Coordination
- Disciplinary Action
Timeline
Trimmer
SmithField Foods
02.2021 - Current
Postal Manager
United States Army
01.2015 - 01.2020
Principal Advisor
United States Army
01.2012 - 01.2015
Senior Human Resource Business Manager
United States Army
11.2011 - 11.2012
Resource Business Manager
United States Army
08.2009 - 10.2011
Operations and Project Manager
United States Army
06.2007 - 10.2008
Human Resource Business Manager
United States Army
08.2004 - 07.2009
Advanced Leaders Course -
Colorado Technical University
Diploma -
Goldsboro High School
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