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Maria Medina

Yuma,AZ

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Human Resource & Accounting ManagerDispatch ClerkDispatch ClerkHuman Resource AdministratorShipping and Receiving/ Weight Master

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Yuma, AZ, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$48000/yr - $200000/yr

Summary

Human Resources professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in recruitment, employee relations, and benefits administration. Reliable and adaptable, capable of managing changing needs and priorities. Known for effective communication and problem-solving abilities, ensuring positive workplace environment and efficient HR operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resource & Accounting Manager

Pacific International Group
01.2020 - 01.2025
  • Processed employment applications and interviews, training, orientations, timekeeping for payroll.
  • Prepared disciplinary write up if needed and communicate with employee.
  • Notified managements of industrial accidents, attend safety meetings when required.
  • Weekly and Bi-weekly payroll, check statement of earnings, communicate with corporate.
  • Daily employee hours, month end data entry in Oracle system, holiday and vacation pay
  • Timecards entry, maintaining attendance records of all personnel, weekly attendance report.
  • Assisted employee with any HR questions, paperwork as well as with any payroll questions.
  • Updated paperwork for the Safety Manager, Plant Manager and Production Manager.
  • Help Recruiting Coordinator create job positions and post to several job boards (when needed)
  • Administer background checks, drug tests, education verification, motor vehicle reports, and reference checks.
  • Administer licensing and getting workers comp, unemployment, and additional needs indifferent states.
  • Coordinated audits with external auditors, facilitating efficient review processes and report generation.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, optimizing cash flow management strategies.

Dispatch Clerk

Dandy Cooling
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Managed inbound and outbound shipments to ensure timely delivery and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Coordinated schedules for drivers and routes, optimizing logistics efficiency and resource allocation.
  • Trained new dispatch clerks on operational procedures, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration.
  • Streamlined communication between departments to enhance order fulfillment processes and customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dispatch area, fostering a professional environment conducive to productivity and team morale.
  • Streamlined communication between drivers, warehouse staff, and customers to ensure accurate order fulfillment and timely delivery.
  • Supported inventory control efforts by accurately tracking incoming shipments from suppliers and outgoing deliveries to customers.
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 16 fleet vehicles.

Dispatch Clerk

Ryder Co.
08.2018 - 12.2018
  • 0Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
  • Tracked delivery progress to identify possible delays and provide real-time updates to customers.
  • Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
  • Trained and provided guidance to new team members to apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Processed invoices and payments for dispatched orders to provide proof of transaction.
  • Generated reports to track deliveries and maintain proper records and documentation.
  • Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.
  • Monitored vehicle locations to coordinate timely arrivals.
  • Scheduled deliveries and pickups according to customer needs.
  • Scheduled and organized delivery routes.
  • Assisted in resolving customer complaints and grievances.
  • Utilized dispatch software to enter customer orders, deliveries and receipts.
  • Monitored and tracked dispatch communication systems.
  • Streamlined communication between drivers, warehouse staff, and customers to ensure accurate order fulfillment and timely delivery.
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 10 fleet vehicles.
  • Coordinated delivery schedules with drivers to optimize route efficiency and meet customer expectations.

Human Resource Administrator

Eckert Cold Storage
11.2016 - 11.2017
  • Managed employee records and compliance documentation using HRIS software effectively.
  • Developed training materials to support staff development initiatives across the organization.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between employees, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated with leadership to implement performance management systems, improving employee evaluations consistency.
  • Mentored junior HR staff, providing guidance on best practices and policy adherence.
  • Managed payroll and timekeeping to track hours and accurately pay employees.
  • Oversaw hiring, staffing, and labor law compliance.
  • Prepared new hire letters, employee contracts, and corporate policies.
  • Conducted thorough exit interviews with departing employees to gather feedback on company culture and identify areas for improvement.
  • Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits, and other details.
  • Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices by staying current with relevant employment laws and regulations, as well as conducting regular policy reviews.
  • Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.
  • Established strong relationships with external partners including recruiters, educational institutions, and industry associations to expand organizational reach in talent acquisition efforts.
  • Monitored labor laws and regulations compliance to protect employers from litigations and employees from discrimination and harassment.


Shipping and Receiving/ Weight Master

Pridestaff (Eckert Cold Storage)
08.2016 - 11.2016
  • Supervised weight measurement processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols to enhance team efficiency.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced weighing errors and increased workflow productivity.
  • Coordinated scheduling of shipments, ensuring timely processing and adherence to customer requirements.
  • Monitored equipment performance, conducting routine maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize operations.
  • Developed training materials for staff development, enhancing overall knowledge of weight measurement systems.
  • Analyzed data trends in weight measurements, providing insights for management decisions related to inventory control.
  • Oversaw weight measurement processes, ensuring accuracy in compliance with safety regulations.

Education

Child Development Certificate - Child Development

Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA
04.2007

SHRM-CP and SHRM SCP Certification - Human Services

SHRM
Remote
12.2025

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Staff training and development
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Money handling
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Data entry
  • Accounts payable
  • Invoice processing
  • Collections
  • Payment posting
  • Bank deposits
  • Statement review
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Payroll processing
  • New hire processing
  • Spreadsheet creation
  • Processing garnishments
  • Data reconciliation
  • Telephone and email etiquette
  • Record keeping
  • ADP
  • Employee relations
  • Benefits administration
  • Check writing
  • Developing office systems
  • Payroll software proficiency
  • Payroll policies and procedures
  • I-9 documentation
  • Federal and state tax regulations
  • PTO accrual
  • Microsoft office
  • Excel proficiency
  • Paperwork processing
  • Employment verification
  • Intuit quickbooks
  • Pay adjustments
  • Account balancing
  • Maintaining files
  • Employee training
  • Vacation and leave tracking
  • Personnel file management
  • Employee onboarding
  • New employee training
  • Proficient in Sage, Quickbooks, Peachtree, Lotus 1-2-3 and others
  • Workers' compensation
  • Background checks
  • Employment record verification
  • Online position posting
  • HR recordkeeping
  • Safety control
  • Employment and labor laws
  • Orientation preparation
  • Health and safety regulations
  • ADA compliance
  • Labor law compliance

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Human Resource & Accounting Manager

Pacific International Group
01.2020 - 01.2025

Dispatch Clerk

Dandy Cooling
01.2019 - 04.2019

Dispatch Clerk

Ryder Co.
08.2018 - 12.2018

Human Resource Administrator

Eckert Cold Storage
11.2016 - 11.2017

Shipping and Receiving/ Weight Master

Pridestaff (Eckert Cold Storage)
08.2016 - 11.2016

Child Development Certificate - Child Development

Oxnard College

SHRM-CP and SHRM SCP Certification - Human Services

SHRM

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