Maria Mar Cruz
Gainesville,TX
Summary
Business Administration graduate with a focus on Human Resources currently pursuing an MBA, seeking a part-time position in Human Resources. Strong academic background complemented by practical experience in HR functions. Demonstrated skills in recruitment, employee relations, and HR administration. Goal-oriented and dedicated professional eager to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Generalist
IFS Coatings
Gainesville, TX
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Conducted employee onboarding process, orientations, and exit interviews.
- Managed recruitment processes, including job postings and interviews.
- Maintained accurate records of personnel data in the HRIS system.
- Compiled reports related to hiring, termination, promotions, absences, turnover rates.
- Responded to inquiries from employees regarding benefits packages.
- Assisted with payroll processing by verifying timekeeping records.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication between departments.
- Coordinated benefit administration activities such as enrollments, changes, terminations.
- Established and maintained trusted relationships around organization to optimize business and employee experience.
- Led employee engagement surveys and focus groups to identify areas for improvement and enhance employee satisfaction.
- Conducted background checks and orientation, coordinating new employee onboarding process.
- Maintained employee records in compliance with federal and state laws, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
- Coordinated employee recognition programs to boost morale and reward outstanding performance.
- Managed HR information systems (HRIS) to ensure efficient data management and accurate reporting.
HR Assistant
IFS Coatings
Gainesville, TX
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed employee onboarding program for new hires ensuring completion of all required documents.
- Ensured that employees received proper training on safety regulations and other relevant information necessary for their job duties.
- Organized and maintained personnel records including new hire paperwork and changes to employment status.
- Assisted in the recruitment and interviewing process by scheduling interviews, coordinating pre-employment testing, and providing administrative support to hiring managers.
- Conducted exit interviews to identify reasons for employee termination or resignation.
- Drafted letters of offer to new hires outlining terms of employment.
- Processed onboarding paperwork for new hires and rehires.
- Guided new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR process.
- Developed and maintained training materials and benefits packets for new hires.
- Handled sensitive and confidential employee information with complete discretion.
- Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
- Conducted job applicant background checks in accordance with policy and procedures.
- Posted job announcements and pre-screened applicants to candidates for available positions.
- Assisted with planning, organizing and coordinating company events.
- Created, organized, and maintained employee personnel files to keep sensitive data secure.
- Managed recruitment processes, including posting job ads, screening applications, and coordinating interviews.
- Responded to internal and external HR-related inquiries or requests.
Server
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Gainesville, Texas
11.2015 - 01.2022
- Bilingual Server
- Met customer needs
- Handled food with care
- Accurately prepared food items and baked desserts
- Communicated with people all over the world
- Experienced customer support with people all ages
- Served great quality food to guests and made sure their dining experience was phenomenal
- Effectively trained, motivated, and coached new team members in all job responsibilities
- Processing food and drink orders over the phone and preparing them in a timely manner.
Scheduling Coordinator
Potter Concrete
Irving, TX
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed basic calculations and computer data entry.
- Performed data entry of orders into system.
- Performed administrative tasks including filing documents, data entry.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding schedule changes or availability of services and products.
- Set and confirmed customer appointments.
- Sent out frequent telephone or email reminders of scheduled meetings to participants.
- Utilized MS Office and Excel to analyze data and create spreadsheets.
- Implemented a new scheduling system that reduced scheduling conflicts.
- Responded to emergency scheduling changes promptly, minimizing disruptions to operations.
- Streamlined communication channels to ensure timely updates and changes to schedules were disseminated efficiently.
Machine Operator
IFS Coatigs
Gainesville, TX
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Performed regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
Receptionist and Clerk
Safran Seats USA
Gainesville, Texas
04.2020 - 05.2020
- Answer multiple calls a day
- Concur data entry
- Organization of meetings
- Managed entry of guests and employees.
Training coordinator
Safran Seats US
Gainesville, Texas
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Assisted customers that walked in to the office in Spanish and in English
- Facilitated New Employee Orientation
- Collected data from employees to increase their training records
- Guided employees throughout their employment
- Participated in HR meetings
- Communicated information through the company to other departments
- Process approvals for payment and routine communication with personnel, finance and executive offices
- Maintained tracking of the training database, calendar, roster, and evaluations.
Human Resouces Internship
Safran Seats US
Gainesville, Texas
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Advanced in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint skills
- Site admin of Learning Management System (LMS)
- Data Entry of more than 1000 rosters, exams, and trainings
- Sorting and Filing
- Assisted customers calling the HR office in Spanish and English
- Participated in HR staff meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Texas Woman's University
Denton, Texas12-2021
Associate's of Arts -
North Central Texas College
Gainesville, Texas12.2018
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart High School
Muenster, TX05-2016
MBA - Human Resources
TWU
Denton, TXSkills
- Advanced in MS Excel
- MS Word
- MS PowerPoint skills
- Site admin of Learning Management System (LMS)
- Data Entry
- Sorting and Filing
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
- Customer Service
- Food Handling
- Food Preparation
- Communication
- Customer Support
- Training and Coaching
- Order Processing
- New Employee Orientation
- Data Collection
- Guidance and Support
- Communication Skills
- Payment Processing
- Database Management
- Calendar Management
- Concur data entry
- Meeting Organization
- Entry Management
- Background Checks
Languages
Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
HR Generalist
IFS Coatings
03.2023 - 10.2023
HR Assistant
IFS Coatings
01.2022 - 03.2023
Scheduling Coordinator
Potter Concrete
06.2021 - 08.2021
Machine Operator
IFS Coatigs
01.2021 - 06.2021
Receptionist and Clerk
Safran Seats USA
04.2020 - 05.2020
Training coordinator
Safran Seats US
09.2019 - 04.2020
Human Resouces Internship
Safran Seats US
10.2018 - 08.2019
Server
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
11.2015 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Texas Woman's University
Associate's of Arts -
North Central Texas College
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart High School
MBA - Human Resources
TWU
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