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MELANIE CARVER

Steubenville,OH

Summary

Seasoned Field Human Resources Manager with over 20 years of proven success in human resources and organizational development, specializing in employee engagement and talent management. Successfully navigated complex HR challenges, including restructuring and compliance, while significantly improving organizational performance. Expert in implementing compensation, benefits, and onboarding programs, as well as delivering targeted training initiatives that foster team building and succession planning. Achievements include doubling staff during COVID-19 and enhancing operational efficiencies through strategic HR practices.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. HRBP

SMITHFIELD FOODS
Arnold, PA
10.2024 - Current
  • Oversee HR operations in compliance with USDA regulations alongside two local unions.
  • Collaborate with Safety, Quality, and Continuous Improvement Departments.
  • Spearhead creation of staffing frameworks and peer-to-boss programs.
  • Resolve issues related to harassment, workplace grievances, and employee complaints.
  • Secure handling of confidential documents in accordance with legal standards.
  • Focus proactively on strategic leadership while assessing departmental requirements.
  • Collaborated with recruitment, development, and benefits centers of excellence.

Plant Human Resources Manager

TEKNIPLEX
Triadelphia, WV
06.2020 - 06.2024
  • Developed program structures for compensation, benefits, and incentives.
  • Achieved a twofold increase in staffing levels during COVID through intentional recruiting and retention efforts.
  • Assessed, revamped and executed local policies for better staff engagement.
  • Managed HR operations for the plant, providing indirect support to additional locations.
  • Implemented continuous development in KSAs through systematic evaluations.
  • Administered OHSA compliance while upholding SQF standards.
  • Launched innovative incentive program to achieve low turnover rate in highly competitive market.
  • Managed payroll, benefits administration and employee relations activities.
  • Launched wellness plans to reduce stress, boost morale and increase productivity.

Director of Human Resources

DAY TRADER CHALLENGE
Boardman, OH
11.2018 - 04.2020
  • Directed advancement in a start-up software development firm by establishing operational policies.
  • Directed all start-up duties for building HR framework and strategic plan
  • Oversaw outsourcing functions for customer service call center and technical support
  • Established employee policy and procedures and preliminary onboarding to ensure training compliance
  • Followed mandates of diverse employment laws while handling contractual agreements.
  • Researched industry trends to inform compensation and performance strategies.

Founder & Owner- Coach and Trainer

VIZIONELLE COACHING
Steubenville, OH
06.2015 - 11.2018
  • A concept to completion mentality allowing me to effectively Coach and Consult independent consultants and small business teams to define their strategies and lead them to solutions
  • Delivered coaching and mentoring to small business entrepreneurs and independent, direct-selling management
  • Offered tactics, solutions and personal development in three key areas: performance, productivity and planning
  • Improved entrepreneurial understanding and application of business KPIs to their bottom line
  • Guided organizational development and operational procedures to optimize business efficiency

HRBP- (Global Learning & Development Specialist)

TIMET
Toronto, OH
10.2011 - 08.2016
  • Crafted leadership development curriculum including succession planning and team-building modules.
  • Harmonized HR initiatives across TIMET's significant manufacturing locations, including unionized and non-union environments.
  • Conducted HR onboarding and orientation sessions.
  • Oversaw LMS system operations.
  • Evaluated operations of human capital initiatives.
  • Participated in developing contingency plans for 2015 negotiations.
  • Coordinated resolution of grievances.

Sr. Training & Development Specialist

THIRTY-ONE GIFTS
Johnstown, OH
01.2009 - 12.2011
  • Remotely developed curriculum aimed at improving small business practices and entrepreneurship.
  • Developed and introduced tailored course materials for national conference trainings.
  • Streamlined entrepreneurial growth through virtual consultancy sessions.
  • Developed and sustained freelance writing partnership with Thirty-One from Oct 2010 to May 2011.

Manager of Human Resources & Training

REIMBURSEMENT CONCEPTS
Weirton, WV
09.2010 - 10.2011
  • Oversaw comprehensive HR operations including onboarding for a fast-paced healthcare revenue management company.
  • Managed expansion project for second facility in Tempe, Arizona.
  • Authored a detailed employee handbook to standardize workplace guidelines.
  • Established formalized approach for managing compensation and evaluating performance.
  • Conducted training workshops to enhance supervisor capabilities.

District Sales Manager

AVON, INC.
New York, NY
11.2003 - 03.2008
  • Led 400+ independent representatives in the tri-state area of OH/PA/WV and delivered product training, sales development & business coaching
  • Drove Avon's multi-level marketing program through successful mentorship of independent business teams
  • Conducted tactical planning and analysis of field performance

Manager of HR Training & Development

THE LONGABERGER COMPANY
Newark, OH
11.1995 - 04.2003
  • Seven years of advancing HR and sales field development performance expertise.
  • Crafted and showcased all elements of training within company-to-field programs.
  • Managed national performance recognition program
  • Designed and maintained consultant business needs and support literature for recruitment
  • Authored articles to support an entrepreneurial sales field

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Human Resources & Organizational Leadership

Kennedy-Western University

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Consumer Affairs & Business Administration

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Skills

  • Policy Formulation
  • Organizational Strategy Development
  • Workforce Inspiration Methods
  • Employee Engagement Initiatives
  • Performance Improvement Specialist
  • Workday / ADP / Kronos / UKG Pro
  • Compensation Assessment
  • Proficient in Collaboration Tools
  • Knowledgeable in ATS Functionality
  • Full Recruitment Cycle Management
  • HR analytics
  • Data-driven decision making

Affiliations

  • SHRM- Strategic Human Resource Management
  • ATD- Association for Talent Development
  • WiM- Women in Manufacturing

Certification

  • PHR- Professional in Human Resources
  • CPLP- Certified Professional in Learning Performance
  • SHRM CP- Certified Professional

Timeline

Sr. HRBP

SMITHFIELD FOODS
10.2024 - Current

Plant Human Resources Manager

TEKNIPLEX
06.2020 - 06.2024

Director of Human Resources

DAY TRADER CHALLENGE
11.2018 - 04.2020

Founder & Owner- Coach and Trainer

VIZIONELLE COACHING
06.2015 - 11.2018

HRBP- (Global Learning & Development Specialist)

TIMET
10.2011 - 08.2016

Manager of Human Resources & Training

REIMBURSEMENT CONCEPTS
09.2010 - 10.2011

Sr. Training & Development Specialist

THIRTY-ONE GIFTS
01.2009 - 12.2011

District Sales Manager

AVON, INC.
11.2003 - 03.2008

Manager of HR Training & Development

THE LONGABERGER COMPANY
11.1995 - 04.2003

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Human Resources & Organizational Leadership

Kennedy-Western University

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Consumer Affairs & Business Administration

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

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