MARTHA STEELE
Austin,TX
Summary
Human Resources Leader recognized for recruiting top talent and develop high-performance teams. Adept at developing and building strategic alliances with organizational leaders to support key business initiatives. Advanced knowledge in recruitment, employee relations, HR systems, benefits and compensation, career development, compliance, and retention.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Human Resources Consultant
VCFO
01.2023 - Current
- Provide human resources expertise, guidance and tactical support to both emerging and established companies including employee relations, staffing/recruitment, HRIS, compensation and benefits, employee experiences, talent management, regulatory compliance, and auditing
- Consult with ~5 client companies concurrently on developing the strategic HR function, corporate processes and programs, creating efficiencies and ensuring regulatory compliance across various industries.
Senior Human Resources Manager
Fuji Food Products
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Directed the delivery of human resources services, policies, and programs for the 150-employee manufacturing and corporate site and 500 franchised kiosk locations, generating $100M in annual revenues by supporting manufacturing, warehouse operations, engineering, sales, R&D, and corporate (finance, administration, and marketing)
- Implemented a human resources program capable of partnering strategically with company and plant leadership and aligning HR objectives with the company's strategic plan.
Human Resources Director
Toyota Material Handling Solutions
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Oversaw the human resources strategy for a 180-employee warehouse operation and corporate office generating $67M supporting all HR activities and processes
- Responsible for aligning business objectives with associates and management in designated business units and formulating partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service that reflects the organization's business objectives.
Interim Human Resources Manager
Bay Cities
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided contracted HR services and support to a 150-employee union corporate and manufacturing location generating $60M, leading and promoting HR initiatives and programs that align with corporate goals and values
- Led the local HR and safety teams initiatives and support services to drive a successful culture model, including employee/management synergy, temporary staffing support, union relations, safety, compliance, and auditing.
Human Resources Manager
Hain Celestial Group
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Responsible for all aspects of human resources, recruitment, payroll, compensation/benefits, performance management, and safety for ~160 permanent employees and ~100 temps across 2 manufacturing facilities in CA, generating $120M in annual revenue
- Accountable for leading the HR team in supporting employee relations, training & development, compliance, payroll, benefits, recruiting, and safety, and leading employee relations efforts to ensure union avoidance and a positive work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Human Resource Management Certificate -
Skills
- Human Resources Management Leadership
- HR Strategy Planning Execution
- Recruiment Talent Acquistion Retention
- Benefits Compensation Total Rewards
- HRIS HR Systems
- Talent Management Employee Experience
- Training and Development Management
- Culture Change Transition Management
- Health Safety Workers Compensation
- Policy and Procedures
- Labor Law Compliance
Accomplishments
- Reduced time and expenses by improving the interviewing and hiring process by 20% and saving $100K
Professional Development
- PIHRA (Professional in Human Resources Association)
- SHRM (Society of Human Resources Management)
- OSHA 10 Hour - Hain Celestial/Volt
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor - Hain Celestial/L.Buck
- Mental Health Promoter - County of Los Angeles
Additional Information
Article “Prioritizing Employees in Manufacturing”
Panel speaker at Entrepreneur Network of Austin
Languages
Bilingual - Spanish
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Consultant - VCFO
01.2023 - Current
Senior Human Resources Manager - Fuji Food Products
01.2020 - 01.2022
Human Resources Director - Toyota Material Handling Solutions
01.2019 - 01.2020
Interim Human Resources Manager - Bay Cities
01.2018 - 01.2019
Human Resources Manager - Hain Celestial Group
01.2010 - 01.2016
University of California - Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science in Biology,
California State University - Dominguez Hills - Human Resource Management Certificate,