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Nicole Ganter

San Antonio,TX

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

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate HR Manager

C.H Guenther & Son
11.2020 - Current
  • Provides HR leadership for C.H Guenther & Son’s Corporate functions
  • Responsible for change agent of strategies, programs, policies, procedures onboarding, diversity outreach performance management, corporate engagement, legal compliance, HRIS Administration and company-wide standard communications
  • Partners with Company leaders to support long term strategies surrounding hiring, retention and development of workforce
  • Assists in the creation and maintenance of HR standardized work policies and programs
  • Promotes and encourages employee engagement
  • Reviews HR information and outcomes, analyze trends and metrics, and make recommendations for continuous improvement
  • Provides coaching and support to management on all employee matters
  • Supports management and employees to resolve workplace issues
  • Facilitates communication between management and staff regarding changes in company policies or pertinent organizational updates.
  • Conducts onboarding and exit interviews
  • Provides the necessary follow up and feedback to leaders
  • Provides guidance and support on performance reviews and succession planning
  • Supports Human Resources Director and business leaders on project related activities
  • Supports Management to ensure legal compliance of Federal, State and Local laws
  • Processes HRIS (Workday) transactions: new hires, job changes, COBRA, FMLA, Disability, Benefits and personnel matters
  • Oversees compliance of E-Verify for 16 US facilities
  • Manages all Immigration cases
  • Maintains HR Budget of $700k per Fiscal Year. Conducts budget analysis to control expenditures and predict future budget needs.
  • Created a comprehensive process for new hires optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
  • Streamlines HR processes for increased efficiency and reduced administrative workload.
  • Collaborates with management teams to align HR strategies with overall business objectives.
  • Promotes diversity and inclusion initiatives, fostering an equitable work environment for all staff members.
  • Distributes yearly employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.

HR Business Partner II

3M (KCI)
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • Served as Business Partner for Field Services, Technical Services (repair/manufacturing) and Global based Operations team
  • Assisted with recruiting, compensation, employee relations, terminations are in with company compliance according to Acelity’s policies & procedures
  • Partnered with business units to develop overall business strategy and objectives
  • Translated business strategy and objectives into goals, plans and tactics that are aligned with business imperatives, while assuring compatibility with company’s values, ethics and policies
  • Reviewed, discussed and made recommendations on more complex issues such as sexual harassment and discrimination allegations
  • Managed conflict resolution processes to maintain positive work environment and resolve employee disputes effectively.
  • Strategized with management and regional HR staff on investigation and resolution of these sensitive issues
  • Recommended training and development strategies for broad and individualized needs
  • Conducted New Hire Orientation for Field Service
  • Conducted internal employee investigations and ensure they are handled in a thorough and professional manner
  • Assisted in compiling various HR metrics and analyzing, reporting and identifying trends within organization and industry
  • Served as employees advocate by representing employee interests to management
  • Lead and supported client organization through change transformation and ensure continued employee engagement and productivity
  • Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures
  • Managed employee relations issues, including ADA issues, EEOC, disciplinary actions, unemployment hearings and terminations
  • Provided employees with information concerning company benefits and escalate more complex issues to benefits department
  • Identified and implemented appropriate HR solutions and process improvement to effectively respond to current and future business challenges
  • Supported special projects or initiatives as needed
  • Managed annual Performance Management Development processes, including employee training and coaching, calibration and performance appraisal, personnel development planning, and succession planning
  • Partnered with Talent Acquisition team to bring in qualified candidates
  • Reviewed internal and external markets to make competitive compensation recommendation
  • Partnered with legal counsel to ensure compliance with employment regulations, reducing potential liability risks for organization.

HR Specialist

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
05.2015 - 09.2018
  • Served as a Business Partner to the District Engineer and District Leadership to ensure the agency’s values are in line with recruiting, benefits administration, employee wellness and employee training and development with the highest degree of professionalism and confidentiality
  • Assisted supervisors with job posting in PeopleSoft, including the shells of the job posting(s) and overall accuracy of job documents
  • Processed paperwork for drug test, Driver’s License check, previous employment etc
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Conducted New Employee Orientation (NEO) to include policies, procedures and benefit information
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Performed budget analysis to control expenditures and predict future budget needs
  • Answered any active employees’ and retirees’ questions by staying current on all programs offered by Employees Retirement System (ERS)
  • Processed Verification of Employment requests
  • Tracked Sick Leave Pool/Extended Sick Leave/ Donations
  • Processed new hire, summer enrollment and event changes in the Employees Retirement System
  • Conducted Annual Benefit Enrollment presentations in all San Antonio field offices
  • Reviewed and reconciled insurance discrepancies for errors each month and complete necessary paperwork
  • Processed temporary modified duties and ADA requests
  • Coordinated, processed, monitored and tracked Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and recertification’s each fiscal year
  • Scheduled wellness meetings and activities for the district
  • Answered employee’s wellness questions in a timely manner
  • Resolved discrepancies/disputes within same payroll period as received
  • District liaison to help coordinate mandatory compliance training for employees
  • Reviewed eligibility and paperwork as Tuition Assistance Program coordinator
  • Violence Prevention Manager (VPM) conducting trainings for new supervisors or refresher course for existing supervisors.

HR Generalist II-Benefits

Spurs Sport & Entertainment
11.2013 - 05.2015
  • Worked in collaboration with VP of Human Resources and Senior Human Resources Manager to ensure company’s mission and core business values are aligned with recruiting, employee relations, benefits administration and employee training and development
  • Worked closely with Department Managers and Directors to collaborate on key HR initiatives
  • Sourced candidates using various avenues to include: Social Media, Job boards, HR Events etc
  • Served as department liaison for event coordination and communication with all Spurs Sports & Entertainment internal and external contacts
  • Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
  • Responsible for new hire orientation and onboarding
  • Educated employees on benefits and process worker’s compensation claims
  • Created and maintained job descriptions
  • Processed terminations in Ultipro
  • Conducted exit interviews
  • Conducted Confidentiality and Harassment Training
  • Assisted with the implementation of applicant tracking system.
  • Administered benefits programs effectively, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims for employees.

HR Generalist

P3S Corporation
02.2013 - 08.2013

HR Recruiter

SWBC
04.2008 - 02.2013

Education

B.B.A.: Human Resources -

St. Mary’s University
San Antonio, TX
05.2007

Skills

  • HR analytics
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Employee Relations
  • Exit Interviews
  • Organizational Development
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Benefits Administration
  • Retention Strategies
  • Data and Trends Analysis

Timeline

Corporate HR Manager

C.H Guenther & Son
11.2020 - Current

HR Business Partner II

3M (KCI)
09.2018 - 09.2020

HR Specialist

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
05.2015 - 09.2018

HR Generalist II-Benefits

Spurs Sport & Entertainment
11.2013 - 05.2015

HR Generalist

P3S Corporation
02.2013 - 08.2013

HR Recruiter

SWBC
04.2008 - 02.2013

B.B.A.: Human Resources -

St. Mary’s University

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