LAURA GALDAMEZ
Durham,NC
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources Professional with over 15 years in manufacturing and corporate sectors. Specializes in recruiting operations, HRIS administration, benefits coordination, and employee relations. Collaborates with leadership to streamline hiring processes and improve employee engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior HR Business Partner
Sensaria
Morrisville, NC
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Collaborated with operations leadership to deliver tailored HR support that enhanced employee satisfaction in fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Conducted employee relations investigations and advised managers on performance management, workplace concerns, and corrective actions.
- Analyzed workforce metrics including turnover and attendance trends to support data-driven decision-making.
- Supported recruiting operations by coordinating interviews, managing candidate communications, and partnering with hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
- Facilitated onboarding initiatives that increased new hire engagement and accelerated integration into company culture.
- Maintained HRIS data accuracy and employee records to support payroll, reporting, and compliance requirements.
HR Manager
CoImmune-Benecyte, Inc.
Durham, NC
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Managed day-to-day HR operations and advised leadership on talent and employee experience initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Coordinated recruiting operations, managed interview logistics, tracked candidates, and collaborated with hiring managers to streamline hiring processes.
- Provided guidance to managers on employee relations, policy interpretation, and performance management.
- Led onboarding processes and supported employee engagement initiatives.
- Administered employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, and addressed employee inquiries to ensure clarity and satisfaction.
- Partnered with benefits vendors and internal teams to ensure effective benefits administration and communication.
- Maintained HRIS records and ensured data accuracy for payroll, compliance, and reporting.
Corporate Senior HR Business Partner
Implus Footcare, LLC
Durham, NC
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Partnered with corporate and manufacturing teams to enhance HR operations, talent support, and employee relations.
- Led employee engagement initiatives and streamlined HR processes to foster a positive workplace culture.
- Investigated employee relations issues and advised leadership on appropriate resolution strategies.
- Supported recruiting and hiring processes including interview coordination, candidate tracking, and collaboration with hiring managers.
- Maintained HRIS data integrity and employee records to support compliance and payroll functions.
- Administered employee benefits and educated staff on benefits programs to improve understanding and utilization.
Education
Associate Degree - Business Administration & Human Resources Management
Durham Technical Community College
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources Management (Coursework Completed)
DeVry University
Skills
- Recruiting Operations
- Interview Coordination
- Candidate Experience
- Onboarding
- Employee Relations
- HR Compliance
- HRIS Management
- Data Integrity
- Workforce Analytics
- Process Improvement
- Employee Engagement
- Manager Coaching
- HR Guidance
- Technology: Microsoft Office Suite
- UKG HRIS
- ADP
- Paylocity
- Paycom
- PeopleSoft
- Conflict Resolution
- Employee Experience
- Technology: Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Senior HR Business Partner
Sensaria
01.2024 - 01.2026
HR Manager
CoImmune-Benecyte, Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2024
Corporate Senior HR Business Partner
Implus Footcare, LLC
01.2015 - 01.2020
Associate Degree - Business Administration & Human Resources Management
Durham Technical Community College
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources Management (Coursework Completed)
DeVry University