MELISSA Lopez
North Hollywood,,CA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Lockheed Martin Rotary & Mission Systems
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with recruitment, HR professionals and hiring managers to achieve hiring goals
- Schedule interviews to assist management in selecting most qualified candidates
- Aide communication between candidate and hiring manager
- Supported onboarding of new employees by assisting in orientation sessions, ensuring completion of compliance forms, pushing BGI/Drug Screen requests, confirming clearance, setting candidate start dates and closing out requisitions
- Collaborate with HRBP professionals on stretch/shadow assignment to learn methods, processes and procedures
Recruiter (Contract)
Lockheed Martin Space
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Maintained continual communication with hiring managers, HRBPS and candidates throughout the recruiting process
- Reviewed candidate backgrounds, skills, compensation needs and ensured basic qualifications were met
- Made compensation recommendations based on current position data and utilizing the CAT tool
- Extended offers promptly upon candidate selection to ensure top talent is secured
- Guided candidates through offer discussions, including start dates, salary, and relocation packages, ensuring clarity and alignment
- Prepared relocation packages as a part of the offer process in alignment with company policy
- Supported and processed daily counteroffers
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support a referral program initiative
Labor & Employee Relations Intern
Lockheed Martin Space
Sunnyvale, CA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Shadowed and communicated with staff and leaders in analysis and resolution
- Generated weekly reports outlining results to facilitate management decision making such as open requisition reports
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
- Participated as a facilitator in Voice of the Employee event
- Supported high-value contract negotiations by serving as the designated scribe, accurately documenting discussions, decisions, and action items for our programs.
Human Resources Assistant/Recruiter
Reel Security
Sherman Oaks
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to source and screen qualified candidates
- Scheduled and conducted interviews for potential candidates on a daily basis
- Managed full life cycle recruitment process from first interview up to first start date in a high volume environment
- Ensured background checks and all pre-employment requirements are met prior to start date
- Addressed questions from the public, candidates and employees regarding employment opportunities and application status
- Updated policies based on changing industry and social trends
- Collaborated with hiring director and HR professional to achieve hiring goals
- Ensured all candidate and employee information confidential and filed securely
Education
Master of Legal Studies, - Human Resources & Employment Law
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
California State University Northridge
Skills
- Outstanding communication and relationship building skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Teams, Indeed and BrassRing
- Team player with ability to multi-task with minimal supervision
- Project management focused with excellent organization skills
- Skilled in executing high volume demands and meeting deadlines in a timely manner
- Ability to interact with all levels of employees and management
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Lockheed Martin Rotary & Mission Systems
10.2022 - Current
Recruiter (Contract)
Lockheed Martin Space
01.2022 - 10.2022
Labor & Employee Relations Intern
Lockheed Martin Space
05.2021 - 08.2021
Human Resources Assistant/Recruiter
Reel Security
07.2020 - 04.2021
Master of Legal Studies, - Human Resources & Employment Law
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
California State University Northridge