Melissa Tipple

Work History

TSTECH Americas (Corporate Office)

06.2019 - 06.2025

Facilitated leadership development training and served as the LMS administrator for 7 locations in the Americas region.
Coordinated employee training programs to promote professional development and skill enhancement.
Manage full employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding
Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
Ensure accurate entry and upkeep of information in HRIS.
Maintained compliance with federal and state labor laws by conducting regular audits of HR practices and documentation.
Work closely with internal teams to streamline HR processes and reinforce compliance efforts.
Developed strong relationships with employees through consistent communication and support, leading to increased retention rates.
Lead Recreation & CSR Committee initiatives to foster employee engagement and workplace culture
Organized company-wide events for team building purposes, boosting overall morale among employees.
Provided immigration sponsorship support.

TSTech USA (Manufacturing Facility)

05.2014 - 06.2019

Managed full-time and temporary associate staffing programs, supporting over 800 full-time and 150 temporary associates
Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
Managed benefits administration including new hire enrollment, open enrollment and providing resources for associates.
Managed HRIS (ADP) and training databases to track employee information and development programs.
Acted as payroll backup using Kronos and ADP, ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance
Assisted in policy implementation and training initiatives to align with business objectives

TS Tech USA (Manufacturing Facility)

01.2012 - 01.2014

Alcon Research, LTD

01.2008 - 01.2012

Facilitated the purchase of all raw material required for the manufacturing of interocular lenses.
Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company's benefit.
Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.

Target Corporation

01.2002 - 01.2008

Led full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and retention strategies for a workforce of 200 team members.
Facilitated open lines of communication between employees and management, promoting a positive work environment.
Assisted executives in workforce planning; identifying gaps in resources or future staffing needs.
Provided coaching and guidance to managers on effective leadership techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
Managed payroll, labor compliance, and scheduling systems to drive operational efficiency
Delivered HR partner support across district for compliance, training, and workforce planning.
Conducted on-campus recruitment and managed a 12-week internship program.
Performed leader-on-duty tasks including managing store operations for opening and closing of the store.
Participated in store openings across multiple locations in the region.