Laura Engle
Butler,PA
Summary
Accomplished Human Resources professional with extensive expertise in Labor Relations and staff management. Skilled in conflict resolution and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. Proficient in relationship building and policy enforcement, driving organizational success through strategic leadership and effective communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Manager Human Resources and Labor Relations
Cleveland-Cliffs
Butler, PA
11.2023 - Current
- Aligned Human Resources with business objectives, prioritizing core company values.
- Oversaw labor strategy, driving effective workforce management for the site.
- Negotiated two successful contract agreements through active collective bargaining efforts.
- Mentored eight team members, enhancing skills and improving overall performance.
- Strengthened union relationships, leading efforts to resolve long-standing tensions.
- Advised management on contract interpretation, ensuring clarity and compliance.
Section Manager HR and Labor Relations
Cleveland-Cliffs
Butler, PA
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Resolved operational challenges by facilitating interdepartmental communication.
- Recognized employee achievements through conducting annual performance reviews.
- Guided junior employees in their career development and growth.
- Supported plant management in enforcing policies and disciplinary actions effectively.
- Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing health and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with outside counsel for arbitration preparation and provided testimony.
Supervisor Labor Relations
Cleveland-Cliffs
Butler, PA
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Achieved a cultural shift between management and union at Cleveland-Cliffs facility.
- Enhanced productivity by training and mentoring administrative coordinator effectively.
- Strengthened HR and plant management relations through timely responses and solutions.
- Ensured a safe workplace by maintaining high safety standards during COVID-19.
- Addressed employee concerns calmly, maintaining professionalism in difficult situations.
Senior HR and Labor Relations Representative
Cleveland-Cliffs
Butler, PA
05.2017 - 11.2020
- Enhanced employee understanding of HR policies through effective training programs.
- Facilitated investigatory meetings, advising management on proper disciplinary actions taken.
- Conducted internal grievance appeal hearings, ensuring fair and thorough processes.
- Leveraged expertise in FMLA to guide compliance and employee support initiatives.
- Executed recruitment strategies for both salaried and hourly positions effectively.
- Led Workday implementation, streamlining HR processes and improving efficiency.
- Initiated "stay interviews" to enhance communication and identify improvement areas.
- Co-founded community outreach group, promoting volunteerism and corporate responsibility initiatives.
Human Resources Representative
Cleveland-Cliffs
Butler, PA
04.2012 - 04.2017
- Streamlined recruitment process by efficiently screening resumes and conducting interviews.
- Created onboarding materials, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate HRIS records, safeguarding confidentiality of employee data.
- Coordinated training sessions, enhancing employee engagement and development initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, Pennsylvania, PASkills
- Staff management
- Conflict management
- Leadership skills
- Policy and procedure development
- Negotiation
- Policy enforcement
- Relationship building and management
- Regulatory compliance
Accomplishments
- Effectively negotiated two Collective Bargaining Agreements with UAW Local.
- Made remarkable improvements in the relationship between the Company and the Union which has been highly strained for decades.
- Proposed referral incentive plan during recruitment that saved millions of dollars in 3rd party recruitment fees.
Certification
SHRM-SCP - Society for Human Resources Management, Senior Certified Professional
Certificate in Labor Relations - Cornell University
Timeline
Area Manager Human Resources and Labor Relations
Cleveland-Cliffs
11.2023 - Current
Section Manager HR and Labor Relations
Cleveland-Cliffs
09.2021 - 10.2023
Supervisor Labor Relations
Cleveland-Cliffs
12.2020 - 08.2021
Senior HR and Labor Relations Representative
Cleveland-Cliffs
05.2017 - 11.2020
Human Resources Representative
Cleveland-Cliffs
04.2012 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Management
Indiana University of Pennsylvania