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Michael Amendola

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Experienced Human Resources professional skilled in aligning HR strategies with business goals. Proficient in employee relations, talent management, and organizational development. Emphasis on fostering team collaboration and delivering results. Recognized for building strong relationships and thriving in dynamic environments. Demonstrated track record of enhancing workplace culture and boosting performance improvements.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior HR Business Partner

ChenMed
08.2022 - Current
  • Manage all aspects of the HR function within the multiple markets across assigned Region, focused on driving talent development initiatives that produce sustainable business outcomes.
  • Partner directly with Talent Acquisition and Finance to ensure Staffing and Workforce Planning are done in fiscally responsible manner, develop FTE forecast in line with annual financial plans, created a “just in time” staffing model to reduce FTE overlap.
  • Collaborated with business leaders to align HR objectives with strategic goals.
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement and creating Talent bench strength.
  • Drive employee retention strategies using turnover data to develop action plans with leadership specific to each role and locations turnover trends.
  • Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues and prepared position statements for EEOC.
  • Partners with business unit leaders to drive overall engagement and retention strategies.
  • Evaluated HR metrics to identify trends, measure success, and make data-informed decisions about ongoing strategic priorities.
  • Reduced turnover rate by developing comprehensive talent retention programs.

Area Human Resources Representative

Penske Truck Leasing
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Dedicated Business Partner to a 5-state Area of 5 Districts with more than 1200 associates
  • Operated as key business partner to employees, managers, directors and senior leaders to promote HR practices and strategies and enable delivery of specific, measurable business goals.
  • Provided guidance to managers regarding employee relations issues, promoting fair treatment across all departments.
  • Design and implement engagement and retention strategies to support the full employee life cycle.
  • Partner with Regional and Corporate leaders to assess gaps in Talent pools and create succession plans.
  • Created succession plans, preparing the organization for future leadership needs.
  • Reduced employee conflicts through proactive mediation and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Partnered with Labor Relations Director for CBA negotiations and union interactions.
  • Supported diversity initiatives, fostering an inclusive workplace that values individual strengths and perspectives.

Human Resources Coordinator

DuBois Chemicals, Inc.
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Provided process support to the HR Business Partner Team for all aspects employee life cycle
  • Redesigned new hire Orientation process and programs to reduce First Year Turnover
  • Onboarded all new hires into HRIS and facilitated Orientation programming.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes, reducing time-to-hire for critical roles.
  • Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
  • Coordinated onboarding processes for acquired companies, providing existing employees with a smooth transition into the company culture.
  • Established solid relationships between departments by providing well-rounded support across various teams.

HR Partner - Onboarding

The Christ Hospital Health Network
02.2019 - 07.2020
  • Served as subject matter expert advisor to Vice-President and Chief People Officer on all aspects of an employee’s first year experience.
  • Elevated candidate experience overseeing creation of new career site, revision of job postings and profiles, and creation of engaging streams of communication.
  • Partnered with HR Business Partner team to address engagement issues in targeted areas.
  • Drove engagement strategies focused on increasing connections between departments and developing employee relationships throughout the Network.
  • Designed and facilitated multiple Orientation and Professional Development programs and training classes.
  • Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
  • Served as a trusted advisor to senior management on key HR decisions affecting overall business strategy.
  • Enhanced employee retention by implementing comprehensive onboarding programs and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Operations Manager

The Cheesecake Factory
11.2017 - 03.2019
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
  • Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.

Training Specialist

The Cheesecake Factory
01.2009 - 11.2017
  • Supervised training teams overseeing opening of 12 new locations
  • Enhanced employee performance by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
  • Spearheaded updates to existing training materials to maintain relevance with industry best practices and evolving organizational needs.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by conducting regular follow-ups with trainees post-training sessions.
  • Led workshops on various topics such as leadership development, communication skills, and time management, improving employee competencies across the organization.
  • Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.

Education

Master's Degree - Human Resources and Employee Relations

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
12.2022

B.A. - International Studies

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
09.2009

Skills

  • HR analytics
  • Organizational development
  • Employee engagement
  • Executive leadership coaching
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Strategic planning
  • Talent management strategy

Certification

  • SHRM-CP: Society for HR Management, awarded February 2021
  • Renewed through February 2027

Timeline

Senior HR Business Partner

ChenMed
08.2022 - Current

Area Human Resources Representative

Penske Truck Leasing
07.2021 - 08.2022

Human Resources Coordinator

DuBois Chemicals, Inc.
09.2020 - 07.2021

HR Partner - Onboarding

The Christ Hospital Health Network
02.2019 - 07.2020

Operations Manager

The Cheesecake Factory
11.2017 - 03.2019

Training Specialist

The Cheesecake Factory
01.2009 - 11.2017

B.A. - International Studies

The Ohio State University

Master's Degree - Human Resources and Employee Relations

Pennsylvania State University

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