Melissa Jaramillo
Bay Shore
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources leader with a track record of aligning people strategies with business objectives. Notable contributions include reducing turnover by 18% and enhancing workforce planning accuracy by 30%, demonstrating a commitment to improving culture and operational performance in fast-paced settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
PL Developments
Westbury
01.2022 - Current
- Serve as a strategic HR Business Partner to senior leadership and operational teams within a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment.
- Lead full-cycle HR operations while aligning people initiatives with business growth, performance, and compliance objectives.
- Partner with executive and operational leaders to develop and execute workforce and people strategies aligned with business expansion and operational goals.
- Designed and implemented workforce planning and headcount forecasting models, improving accuracy by 30% and supporting data-driven decision-making.
- Developed HR KPIs for turnover, recruiting effectiveness, onboarding timelines, and people-related costs to guide leadership strategy.
- Reduced turnover in key departments by 18% through targeted retention initiatives, manager coaching, and engagement analysis.
- Led division-wide change initiatives including organizational restructuring, new shift implementation, and post-COVID workforce stabilization.
- Advised on employee relations matters, conducted investigations, guided disciplinary actions, and ensured consistent application of policies and labor laws.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, mitigating risk and avoiding compliance penalties.
- Developed and launched succession planning and talent development frameworks for management and critical roles.
- Coached leaders on performance management, employee engagement, and change leadership to strengthen bench strength.
- Championed DEI initiatives with inclusive hiring practices, multilingual communications, and leadership training to promote workplace diversity.
- Led HR technology initiatives including ATS implementation and HRIS workflow optimization, reducing onboarding time by 40% and increasing manager self-service adoption.
- Advised senior leadership on culture, engagement, and organizational effectiveness as a trusted partner.
Associate Director
The Bachrach Group
Farmingdale
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Consulted with clients on talent strategy, organizational design, and workforce planning to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented tailored recruitment strategies across multiple industries, resulting in improved placement retention and hiring outcomes.
- Led strategic initiatives for talent acquisition and workforce planning.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to develop organizational goals and strategies.
- Managed recruitment processes, ensuring alignment with company culture and values.
Staffing Manager
Randstad USA
Melville
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Delivered workforce solutions for large-scale accounts, collaborating with operations leaders to effectively align talent with specific business needs.
- Conducted OSHA site evaluations, ensuring compliance and supporting staffing and safety initiatives to enhance workplace safety standards.
- Managed staffing processes for multiple client accounts across various industries.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles.
- Developed and maintained relationships with candidates and clients for effective communication.
Contract Talent Acquisition Partner
Summit Manufacturing
Bay Shore
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Managed full-cycle recruiting for manufacturing and operations roles, supporting talent acquisition in a high-growth environment.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
- Utilized applicant tracking system to manage candidate pipelines efficiently.
- Conducted interviews to assess candidates’ qualifications and cultural fit.
HR Generalist
Perfumania (Parlux LTD.)
Bellport
07.2015 - 03.2018
- Managed employee relations, onboarding, benefits support, and compliance for multi-location workforce, enhancing employee experience and ensuring adherence to regulations.
- Supported audits, developed policies, and updated employee handbook, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and organizational standards.
- Managed employee onboarding and orientation processes for new hires.
- Administered benefits programs and responded to employee inquiries about coverage.
- Coordinated training sessions and workshops for staff development initiatives.
Human Resources Assistant
Allegiant Health (formerly A&Z Pharmaceutical Inc.)
Deer Park
10.2011 - 06.2015
- Assisted with payroll processing, benefits administration, employee relations, and compliance training to ensure smooth HR operations.
- Coordinated employee onboarding processes and documentation for new hires.
- Assisted in maintaining employee records and ensuring data accuracy.
- Supported recruitment efforts by scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates.
Education
Associates -
Sanford Brown
Garden City05-2011
Skills
- Talent Acquisition
- Employee Relations
- Performance Management
- Succession Planning
- Workforce Planning
- HR Analytics
- Change Management
- Organizational Transformation
- Talent Development
- Talent Retention
- Leadership Coaching
- Compensation
- Workplace Culture
- Employee Engagement
- Investigations
- Performance oversight
- ICIMS
- UKG
- ADP
- HR Business Partnership
- Employee relations
References
Available upon request
Languages
- Spanish
- English, Native
- Spanish, Fluent
Technology And Systems
- ICIMS
- UKG / UltiPro
- ADP
- Paychex
- HRIS, ATS & Performance Management Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
PL Developments
01.2022 - Current
Associate Director
The Bachrach Group
09.2020 - 03.2021
Staffing Manager
Randstad USA
07.2019 - 09.2020
Contract Talent Acquisition Partner
Summit Manufacturing
04.2018 - 04.2019
HR Generalist
Perfumania (Parlux LTD.)
07.2015 - 03.2018
Human Resources Assistant
Allegiant Health (formerly A&Z Pharmaceutical Inc.)
10.2011 - 06.2015
Associates -
Sanford Brown