Lauren Farabaugh
Reading,PA
Summary
As a seasoned Human Resources professional; I utilize my broad-based expertise to align company goals and objectives within the areas of recruitment, benefits administration, leave of absences, and employee relations. I am adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Generalist
Allan Myers
07.2018 - Current
- Administers and models company policies and philosophy.
- Helps with full-cycle recruiting process
- Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to managers/supervisors, helps execute/resolve employee relations issues and facilitates corrective action communications.
- Conducts timely, thorough and effective investigations and reports findings to HR Manage
- Keeps HR Manager apprised of all issues which may be elevated, complex or cause risk to Skills.
- Interprets policies and procedures and resolves issues with employees in regards to adherence of company policies and procedures.
- Assists with the planning, preparation, hosting and administration of regularly scheduled New Hire Orientation.
- Verifies completion and accuracy of employment paperwork and remits to payroll/corporate office timely.
- Facilitates benefits enrollment paperwork.
- Assists with open enrollment
- Documents personnel actions and submits information to payroll and/or other entities in a timely manner.
- Coordinates medical care for injured employees including applicable paperwork.
- Maintains employee documents/files in a timely, organized manner. Assists management with performance review process.
- Provides weekly report to HR Manager summarizing activities.
- Develops / updates job descriptions in cooperation with supervisors.
- Coordinates and represents company at job fairs and recruiting events.
- Supports HR Manager / and HR team needs including providing coverage during absences.
- Completes special projects as assigned.
- Supports the Wellness Program including wellness meals and ongoing and individual wellness campaigns.
- Supports employee recognition programs including employee events.
- Assists managers in the ordering, hosting, pick up of meals for employee/customer events.
- Identifies opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Liaised with HR and payroll to coordinate and manage employee leaves of absence.
- Briefed job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
- Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
- Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintains them over time.
- Follows work rules and standard safety regulations at all times.
- Maintains strict confidentiality.
- Essential duties require presence in the workplace on a regular basis: in order to accomplish this, regular attendance and punctuality must be maintained.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
HR Coordinator
Allan Myers
05.2015 - 07.2018
- Acted as a liaison between employees and management during periods of organizational change, providing guidance and support throughout the transition process.
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
- Ensure legal compliance with LOA and HR practices, policies, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements to promote equal opportunity, ensure positive employee relations and consistency with the Mission and Core Values of the organization.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Coordinated employee recognition programs, boosting morale and increasing overall satisfaction levels within the company.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Enhanced company culture by organizing team-building events and professional development opportunities.
- Partner with HR team members to ensure all processes are working and look for opportunities to streamline processes for improved customer service.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Handled employee inquiries and complaints regarding policy and benefits issues.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
- Developed and implemented effective recruitment and onboarding strategies for new hires.
- Completed employee employment verifications and unemployment paperwork prior to hire or termination.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
International Design Academy
05.2013
Associates of Arts And Science - Graphic Design
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PA2011
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- In-Person and Telephone Interviewing
- Candidate Sourcing
- Recruitment and hiring
- Employee Relations
- Professional Development
- Time management abilities
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Drug Testing Coordinator
- Pre-Employment Screening
- Microsoft Office
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- In-depth knowledge of HR Compliance
- Regulatory Compliance for new hires and DOT
- DOT Specialist
- HR Information Systems audits
- Human Resources Department Processes
- Human Resource Information System HRIS
- Adaptability
- FMLA Administration
- Event Planning
- Goal Setting
- Wellness Coordination
- Social Media Ambassador
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Multitasking
Timeline
Human Resources Generalist
Allan Myers
07.2018 - Current
HR Coordinator
Allan Myers
05.2015 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
International Design Academy
Associates of Arts And Science - Graphic Design
Montgomery County Community College