Michelle Pestian
Youngstown
Summary
Versatile human resources specialist offers recruitment, policy development and office management expertise paired with outstanding multitasking and communication abilities. Goal-oriented professional with several years of comprehensive experience retaining employee relations. Commended for superior performance and consistently going above and beyond to exceed goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resource specialist
Schwebel's Bakery
Youngstown
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted with recruitment processes, including job postings and candidate screening.
- Organized employee records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Established and maintained trusted relationships around organization to optimize business and employee experience.
- Reviewed job descriptions, identified necessary changes and updated accordingly.
- Managed applicant tracking system to ensure accurate records of applicants and employees are maintained.
- Organized recruitment events such as career fairs and open houses.
- Conducted workplace investigations to address allegations of harassment or discrimination, ensuring a safe work environment.
- Conducted initial employee inquiries regarding benefits and company policies.
- Provided essential support to address individual HR needs of employees.
- Coordinated benefits administration activities such as enrollments, changes, terminations and transfers.
- Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
Employee Training Coordinator
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
Youngstown
10.2012 - 05.2023
- Assessed training needs through employee feedback and performance evaluations.
- Monitored compliance with company policies during training activities.
- Conducted new employee orientation to introduce employees to policies, culture and objectives.
- Developed and implemented employee training programs to meet organizational goals.
- Monitored the effectiveness of existing training programs, recommending revisions or improvements when necessary.
- Coached employees in developing and achieving individual performance goals.
- Organized, scheduled and tracked employee training sessions.
- Maintained records of all completed employee trainings.
- Assisted in developing job descriptions, performance evaluations, compensation plans, incentive programs and other HR initiatives designed to improve overall team productivity.
- Developed training materials for new employee onboarding programs.
Promotional Brand Ambassador
Diageo Spirits
Cleveland
06.2009 - 01.2013
- Engaged customers through product demonstrations and interactive promotions.
- Developed strong relationships with target audiences to enhance brand loyalty.
- Provided product knowledge to educate consumers on features and benefits.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to advertising activities.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure successful execution of all promotions initiatives.
- Developed relationships with local businesses to facilitate cross-promotional partnerships.
- Effectively built relationships with both established and potential customers.
Education
Associate of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Kent State University
Kent, OH 08.2005 - 05.2009
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Human Resource specialist
Schwebel's Bakery
10.2022 - Current
Employee Training Coordinator
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
10.2012 - 05.2023
Promotional Brand Ambassador
Diageo Spirits
06.2009 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Kent State University
08.2005 - 05.2009