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Melissa Andres

Floyds Knobs,USA

Summary

Human Resources Professional with over 20 years’ experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Known for strong work ethic, multi-tasking, accountability, excellent communication skills, problem solving, liaison between employees and management. The go-to person on wide scope of Human Resources Management policies and procedures, as well as special projects such as charity walks, fundraisers, and company events.

HR professional with track record of driving strategic HR initiatives with focus on aligning HR strategies to achieve business goals. Adaptable and dependable, known for navigating dynamic environments and delivering impactful results. Strong communicator with knack for building trust and fostering positive work culture.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Business Partner

Fauerica Interior Systems
05.2022 - Current
  • Managed conflict resolution processes to maintain a positive work environment and resolve employee disputes effectively.
  • Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
  • Collaborated with senior management to align HR initiatives with organizational goals.
  • Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and within company to reach business goals.
  • Developed metrics-driven performance appraisal systems, enabling objective evaluation of employee performance and identification of areas for improvement or growth opportunities.
  • Resolved understaffing issues, disputes, employee terminations, and disciplinary procedures.
  • Developed and delivered special events for company employees.
  • Maintained confidential nature of employee and company proprietary and privileged information used or observed in course of performing job duties.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
  • Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 400 employee company.

HR Business Partner

Deco PAPER PRODUCTS
03.2021 - 11.2021
  • Managed conflict resolution processes to maintain a positive work environment and resolve employee disputes effectively.
  • Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
  • Resolved understaffing issues, disputes, employee terminations, and disciplinary procedures.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 200 employee company.

Human Resource Generalist

OL Frontal Solutions
08.2020 - 02.2021
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decision-making.
  • Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
  • Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns or questions to promote open communication and maintain trust.
  • Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective communication strategies and open-door policies.
  • Collaborated with payroll to complete and upload pay data and worked with managers to support proper wage and hour compliance.
  • Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into workplace complaints, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism throughout the process.
  • Understood, interpreted and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs.
  • Met with staff to resolve difficult situations related to performance and conflict management.
  • Coached managers through employee engagement, documentation, discipline and performance improvement plans.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among employees, leading to improved workplace relationships and enhanced team collaboration.
  • Liaised with HR and payroll to coordinate and manage employee leaves of absence.
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
  • Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.

Human Resource Generalist

Beach Mold and Tool
11.2007 - 08.2020
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decision making.
  • Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
  • Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns or questions to promote open communication and maintain trust.
  • Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective communication strategies and open-door policies.
  • Coordinated company-wide events such as town hall meetings or wellness activities, boosting employee morale and fostering a sense of community within the organization.
  • Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
  • Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
  • Administered benefits programs effectively, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims for employees.
  • Understood, interpreted and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs.
  • Processed unemployment claims and acted as company representative at unemployment hearings.
  • Explained and administered medical insurance, and disability benefits.
  • Reduced employee turnover by creating a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.

Education

Associate’s Degree - General Studies

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Sellersburg, IN
05.2023

Certification in Human Resources Management -

Ivy Tech Community College
Sellersburg, IN
12.2018

Bachelor’s Degree - Concentration in Human Resources Management

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Sellersburg, IN
12.2026

Skills

  • Employee relations
  • Talent management
  • Benefits administration
  • Workforce planning
  • HR analytics
  • Performance appraisals
  • Administering disciplinary procedures
  • Hiring and onboarding
  • Benefits and compensation management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Relationship building
  • Problem-solving
  • Compliance
  • Payroll management
  • Conducting employee surveys
  • Managing employee relations
  • Employee engagement
  • Leadership coaching
  • Employment law
  • Employee surveys

Training

  • HR Management
  • Benefits Administration
  • Labor Relations
  • OSHA
  • Business Law
  • FMLA
  • Union Negotiations Training
  • Leadership I & II - Ivy Tech Corporate College
  • Team Building - Ivy Tech Corporate College
  • American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR/AED
  • 1st Responder
  • Labor and Employment Seminar

Projects

American Red Cross Blood Drive Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Toy drive for Kosair’s Children’s Hospital Winter Coat Drive for homeless shelter Food Drive for local food banks Wishing Well Pack the Bus-school supply drive

Timeline

HR Business Partner

Fauerica Interior Systems
05.2022 - Current

HR Business Partner

Deco PAPER PRODUCTS
03.2021 - 11.2021

Human Resource Generalist

OL Frontal Solutions
08.2020 - 02.2021

Human Resource Generalist

Beach Mold and Tool
11.2007 - 08.2020

Associate’s Degree - General Studies

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Certification in Human Resources Management -

Ivy Tech Community College

Bachelor’s Degree - Concentration in Human Resources Management

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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