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Mellissa Johnson

Walpole,MA

Summary

Well-qualified HR professional with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager, Compensation, Employment, and HRIS

Sappi North America
01.2012 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Performed program management review and surveillance activities.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Guided clients in navigating complexities of international compensation considerations leveraging understanding of diverse cultural and socio-economic issues, local labor laws, taxation and employee expectations.
  • Evaluated data, identified trends and recommended changes in compensation structures.
  • Managed monthly, quarterly and annual payouts for merit rewards, sales commissions and bonus programs.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete HRIS projects.
  • Established and enforced project timelines and deadlines.
  • Identified and implemented cost-saving measures in HRIS projects.
  • Created and drove talent acquisition and job placement strategies to attract diverse candidates.
  • Identified and created recruitment and administrative performance metrics and data to analyze trends, drive change, and assess progress.
  • Optimized sourcing networks and used proactive methods to direct source candidates.
  • Negotiated contracts and managed budget for recruiting expenses.
  • Conducted compensation conversations with human resources and hiring managers to foster internal and external equity.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Participated in due diligence of potential mergers and acquisitions.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments

Senior Human Resources Generalist/Compensation & Employment Specialist

Sappi North America
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management.
  • Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively.
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Developed and coordinated employee training programs to improve productivity and performance.
  • Analyzed and reported on employee turnover rates to determine root causes and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.

Human Resources Generalist

The Davis Companies, Inc
01.1999 - 01.2012
  • Serve as a generalist regarding compensation for benefits, employee relations, internal staffing and legal compliance
  • I-9 compliance auditor and advisor
  • Develop personnel policies and compensation packages
  • Manage record keeping and ensures proper processing and maintenance of personnel files including all payroll change notices, headcount reports, new hire orientation, and staff training documents
  • Monitor and review annual performance appraisals
  • Provide leadership and development guidance to Mid-Level managers
  • Review and revise job descriptions as needed
  • Manage all worker’s compensation claims, analysis, and audits
  • Manage and maintain HRIS system
  • Recruit for all exempt, non-exempt, and executive-level internal positions.

Human Resources Administrator

  • Administered health and wellness programs for all temporary employees
  • Manage annual and quarterly open enrollments
  • Assist in the management of Davis 401(k), and benefits for both corporate and temporary staff
  • Conduct new hire orientations
  • Provide assistance, as needed to the Human Resource Manager in the areas employee relations, morale initiatives, function planning, recruiting, and hiring.

Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable Payroll Administrator

Education

B.S - Business Administration

Framingham State College
Framingham, MA
12.2009

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • ADP Payroll System
  • SuccessFactors Suite
  • Hay Decision Tree Evaluation System
  • Mergers & Acquisition
  • Compensation Structuring
  • Performance Management
  • Performance Appraisal
  • Program Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Hiring and Recruitment

Accomplishments

  • Project lead for team of 10 in the development and implementation of SuccessFactors Employee Central.
  • Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of SuccessFactors Compensation Module.
  • Participated in due diligence of acquisition of Matane Mill, including review of employee benefits, information systems, and compensation programs.
  • Participated in the integration of Matane Mill, including employee communications development and review.

Certification

  • PHR - Professional in Human Resources
  • SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional

Timeline

Manager, Compensation, Employment, and HRIS

Sappi North America
01.2012 - Current

Human Resources Generalist

The Davis Companies, Inc
01.1999 - 01.2012

Senior Human Resources Generalist/Compensation & Employment Specialist

Sappi North America

Human Resources Administrator

Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable Payroll Administrator

B.S - Business Administration

Framingham State College

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