Matthew Vought
Cookeville,TN
Summary
Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with proven success in recruiting, retention, and relationship building at all levels of the organization. Highly proficient at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Cemex/Ready Mix USA
04.2015 - 09.2018
- Leads and supports managers and employees at over 21 manufacturing plant locations, and provides HR expertise with respect to staffing, policy development, training, organizational development, and benefits administration for approximately 200 employees throughout the Southeast
- Identify and track the staffing needs of the business and works proactively to fill them via internal and external hiring, succession planning, and retention practices
- Travels to multiple plant locations and job sites to engage employees and learn their strengths, development needs, and learning potential in order to guide management in their development
- Manage day-to-day labor relations for plant locations
- Instrumental in the development and implementation of the Train the Trainer pilot program
- Manages the hiring process including development of job descriptions, recruiting strategies, behavioral interviewing, and selection of candidates
- Conducts employee orientation and exit interviews at multiple plant locations, and manages all activities related with departing employees
- Investigates employee complaints, hotline calls, and prepares reports responding to EEOC allegations
- Councils and assists management in employee discipline, improvement plans, and terminations
- Works collaboratively on multi-disciplinary project teams, investigations, training, and other assignments
- Lead a six-person Kaizen team which resulted in a 22% increase in employee engagement participation
- Successfully recruited a minority talent development professional & fostered her development
- Responsibilities included overnight/weekend travel, including early morning & late night jobsite visits.
Human Resources Manager
Dometic Marine
01.2020 - 02.2024
- Formulates partnerships across the Human Resources function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization
- Delivers the full suite of employee and organizational services in both Human Resources Management and Labor Relations disciplines
- Supports management team by promoting, communicating, and implementing HR programs and initiatives
- Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to the management team in areas including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions
- Successful negotiation & renegotiation of contracts with multiple staffing agencies resulting in 14% reduction in overall cost and 16% reduction in hours, while extending payment terms to 30-days
- Manage employee engagement survey administration & achieved 97% participation (highest in marine division)
- Develop and foster a culture of employee recognition and appreciation through changing the thought processes of management team.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Spearheaded successful recruitment campaigns, attracting top-tier talent to fill key company positions.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Coordinated company-wide training programs to enhance workforce skills and promote professional growth.
- Reduced time-to-hire metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management by conducting regular town hall meetings or roundtable discussions.
- Introduced competitive compensation packages to attract high-caliber professionals while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Regularly analyzed workforce trends to proactively address potential skill gaps or staffing needs.
- Championed employee wellness initiatives resulting in improved job satisfaction and reduced absenteeism.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
- Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
Human Resources Manager
American Axle & Manufacturing
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Plans, directs and manages all functions of Human Resources for a multi-site international industrial manufacturing company and coordinates work activities of HR and payroll team
- Provide proactive consultation and direction to management in areas of employee relations, performance management, training and development, and overall organizational effectiveness
- Represent the organization on personnel-related hearings and investigations
- Identify staff vacancies, partner with management for proactive workforce planning, and recruit, interview, and select applicants to continue with the onboarding process
- Lead reporting on department activities and initiatives while tracking progress to General Manager
- Regular work schedule was performed in excess of 60-hours/week including Saturdays & Sundays.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
Human Resources Manager/Safety Coordinator
Schreiber LLC.
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Plans and directs all functions of Human Resources for a private industrial manufacturing company and coordinates safety training to ensure compliance with OSHA and State regulations
- Administration of all company benefit plans and management of enrollment
- Negotiate contracts and pricing with temporary staffing services
- Manage employee engagement events and establish & maintain positive employee relations
- Coordinate and manage annual review process to ensure timely execution of hourly & salaried increases
- Conduct employee safety training and manage documentation which resulted in a 35% improvement in contractor compliance scores with 3rd Party monitoring agency.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Managed worker''s compensation claims process, expediting cases and minimizing costs associated with work-related injuries.
- Created an open line of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problem solving.
District Human Resources Manager
Loomis Armored, U.S.
05.2012 - 04.2015
- Performance and management of all areas of Human Resource Management functions for multiple locations in the states of Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, and Washington D.C
- Including, but not limited to: Staffing, employment law, leave of absence, vacation policies, random drug screening, worker’s compensation, recruitment and selection, employee training, conducting terminations and exit interviews, employee motivation, and other HR functions as necessary.
Area Human Resources Manager
Loomis Armored, U.S.
01.2005 - 04.2012
- Prepare and present Area Situation Reports including topics such as overall growth, annual turnover, resignation & terminations, applicant progress, and retention and motivation
- Conduct market surveys and develop competitive hourly wage matrices on an annual basis
- Complete Area employee attitude surveys for 15 branches in the Gulf Coast Area and guide local management team to develop action plans to resolve employee concerns
- Lead management and assist in investigations, employee discipline, and terminations
- Negotiation of advertising expenses which resulted in a 77% reduction in selected advertising costs
- Travel to multiple branch locations in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi to engage management and hourly employees.
Human Resources Generalist
Loomis Armored, U.S.
06.2003 - 12.2004
- Recruit and interview candidates for various levels of hourly and salaried employment
- Conduct confidential background checks on applicants to include credit history, motor vehicle records, and criminal background
- Perform reference checks and employment verification
- Reduced turnover by 12.9% during first year of employment in human resources department while experiencing area growth of 31.9%
- Manage daily maintenance and weekly audit to ensure 100% compliance of critical safety tracking logs within a five-state district
- Increased overall operations efficiency by reducing task-limited positions by 40% while increasing multi-tasked positions by 24.6%
- Develop vendor base for uniforms, body armor, and ammunition, and solicit best pricing and delivery to satisfy branch needs for multiple locations throughout the district
- Manage and conduct all areas of employee training including, but not limited to driver road tests, new hire paperwork, video testing, firearms training & qualification, company policy and procedures, and on the job training
- Maintain and ensure accuracy of employee records using Oracle database
- Perform other duties as necessary: Repair and maintenance of general office equipment, conduct armed security escorts for armored trucks en route to/from the Federal Reserve, prepare and schedule shipments for pick-up and delivery from overnight carriers, distribute company mail, and conduct covert surveillances on armed personnel.
Human Resources/Loss Prevention Administrator
Office Team (contracted to Loomis Armored)
01.2003 - 05.2003
- Organization, compilation, and maintenance of confidential employee files
- Interview candidates for hourly employment positions
- Assemble applicant packets and ensure 100% compliance per company policies & procedures
- Perform reference checks and employment verifications
- Administer and score applicant personnel evaluations
- Conduct uniform inventory and maintain sufficient levels appropriate for employee base
- Manage employee anniversary and birthday recognition program
- Maintenance of legally required Department of Transportation logs for driver duty/rest periods
- Process application and new hire packets to include critical areas of safety and security such as employee identification badges and fingerprint cards.
Education
OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification -
Alabama Workforce Training Center
Birmingham, AL11.2018
Squadron Leadership School -
117th Air National Guard
Birmingham, AL02.2007
B.S. – Resources Management -
Troy State University
Troy, AL09.1997
Skills
- Risk Management
- Performance Assessment
- Recruitment
- Employee Relations
- Legal Compliance
- Succession Planning
- New Employee Orientation
- Employee Onboarding
- Payroll Administration
- Organizational Development
- Policy Enforcement
- Employee Handbook Development
- Personnel Recruitment
- Talent Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Online Position Posting
- Exit Interviews
- Recruitment Strategies
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Talent Acquisition
- Internal Communications
- Background Checks
- Recruitment and Selection
- Workforce Planning
- Employee Retention
- Employee Engagement
- Employment Law
- Confidential Document Control
- Relationship Building
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Administering Disciplinary Procedures
- Human Resources Department Processes
- Employee Recognition Programs
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Dometic Marine
01.2020 - 02.2024
Human Resources Manager
American Axle & Manufacturing
03.2019 - 09.2019
Human Resources Manager/Safety Coordinator
Schreiber LLC.
10.2018 - 02.2019
Human Resources Manager
Cemex/Ready Mix USA
04.2015 - 09.2018
District Human Resources Manager
Loomis Armored, U.S.
05.2012 - 04.2015
Area Human Resources Manager
Loomis Armored, U.S.
01.2005 - 04.2012
Human Resources Generalist
Loomis Armored, U.S.
06.2003 - 12.2004
Human Resources/Loss Prevention Administrator
Office Team (contracted to Loomis Armored)
01.2003 - 05.2003
OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification -
Alabama Workforce Training Center
Squadron Leadership School -
117th Air National Guard
B.S. – Resources Management -
Troy State University
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