Melania Hughey
Gaffney,SC
Summary
Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager
Eaton Corporation
10.2021 - Current
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities for employees.
- Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
- Led decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions.
- Advised executives on best practices for employee growth and productivity goals, consistently helping companies improve retention.
- Improved workplace culture through the development and implementation of diversity initiatives.
- Established clear succession plans to ensure leadership continuity during periods of transition or growth.
- Developed comprehensive training programs, empowering employees to reach their full potential within the organization.
- Reviewed business goals to recommend new HR approaches, policies and procedures for continual improvements focused on meeting business objectives and enhancing productivity.
- Managed employee disputes by employing conflict resolution techniques.
- Collaborated closely with department heads in executing strategic workforce planning initiatives that aligned human capital resources with company goals.
HR Manager
Milliken & Co
10.2007 - 10.2021
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities for employees.
- Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
- Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
- Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
- Created a structured internship program, fostering strong relationships with educational institutions and attracting new talent to the organization.
- Supported business growth by developing talent acquisition strategies that targeted top industry professionals.
- Reviewed business goals to recommend new HR approaches, policies and procedures for continual improvements focused on meeting business objectives and enhancing productivity.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency with the use of HRIS systems.
- Supervised and mentored direct reports and developed talented HR teams.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
- Collaborated closely with department heads in executing strategic workforce planning initiatives that aligned human capital resources with company goals.
- Developed comprehensive policies and procedures, ensuring legal compliance and minimizing potential liabilities.
- Improved overall employee satisfaction through conducting regular surveys and addressing concerns proactively.
- Created informative HR metrics reports for senior leadership team members to support data-driven decision making.
- Implemented HR technology solutions for improved data management, reporting capabilities, and overall efficiency within the department.
- Collaborated with department managers to develop targeted training programs for skill development and career growth.
- Mentored junior HR staff through leadership development initiatives to support their growth and success in the organization.
- Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts to attract top talent in a competitive job market by attending job fairs, networking events, and leveraging online platforms.
- Supported diversity initiatives through creating inclusive hiring practices and fostering a culture of respect within the organization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Limestone College
Gaffney, SC12.2016
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- New Employee Orientation
- HR processes
- Retention Strategies
- Employee Relations
- Compensation and benefits
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Performance Management
- Organizational Development
- Employee Retention
- Succession Planning
- Workforce Planning
Timeline
HR Manager
Eaton Corporation
10.2021 - Current
HR Manager
Milliken & Co
10.2007 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Limestone College