Nicole M. Attardo
Suffern,NY
Summary
Strategic Human Resources Manager with over 24 years of HR leadership in manufacturing. Expertise in employee relations, talent acquisition, benefits administration, and organizational development. Developed HR programs, implemented policies, managed employee benefits, and collaborated with executives to align HR initiatives with business goals. Holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Management.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President Human Resources
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
Waldwick, NJ
07.2013 - 08.2025
- Managed full-cycle recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding for manufacturing and administrative positions.
- Managed $7 million benefits budget.
- Managed benefits for 60-130 employees annually over 24 years.
- Benefits and compensation administration.
- Implemented flexible spending plan and Section 125 plan for medical contributions, enhancing employee benefits and financial options.
- Rewrote and modernized employee handbook, creating comprehensive policy manual that ensured compliance and consistency across the organization.
- Analyzed health insurance options and presented findings to executive management to inform strategic decision-making.
- Ensured all department managers conducted written employee evaluations.
- Worked with Vice President of Operations on corrective actions for workplace injuries and modified duty program.
- Implemented pre-employment physical examinations and drug testing.
- Managed COBRA administration to ensure continued healthcare coverage for qualifying employees.
- Analyzed workers compensation audits and reclassified employees.
- Configured annual OSHA postings.
- Legal interactions such as severance agreements, layoffs & compliance.
- Administered payroll processing and general ledger balancing while ensuring compliance with wage and hour regulations.
- Recruited approximately 20 employees annually.
- Supported 130 employees.
Office Manager
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
Waldwick, NJ
07.2001 - 08.2025
- Formulated and enforced office policies to ensure they conform and complement business objectives.
- Initiated office changes that enhanced productivity and streamlined operations.
- Identified and addressed violations of company procedures to ensure compliance.
- Maintained lease agreements and office equipment while monitoring usage of company vehicles, cellular phones, and credit cards.
- Ensured functionality of phone system while delivering educational support to enhance employee knowledge.
- Received cash receipts, maintained and reconciled petty cash supply.
Human Resources Manager
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
Waldwick, NJ
07.2001 - 07.2013
- Built and scaled the Human Resources department to support organizational growth and compliance.
- Designed recruitment strategies that aligned with manufacturing needs, enhancing candidate quality and fit.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, improving integration and retention across departments.
- Resolved employee relations issues effectively, fostering a positive workplace culture and enhancing team cohesion.
Customer Service Representative
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
Waldwick, NJ
08.1998 - 07.2001
- Reviewed and resolved consumer and corporate complaints to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Responded to customer phone inquiries.
- Processed customer purchase orders efficiently to ensure timely fulfillment.
- Coordinated with production and logistics departments to ensure on-time deliveries and maintain service standards.
Receptionist
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
Waldwick, NJ
03.1998 - 08.1998
- Greeted vendors, customers, and visitors, creating a welcoming environment.
- Operated main corporate phone, efficiently routing incoming calls to appropriate departments.
- Printed and mailed daily customer invoices, ensuring timely delivery and accurate record-keeping.
- Scheduled travel arrangements.
Teacher
Primetime Pre-School
Paramus, NJ
02.1996 - 03.1998
- Designed engaging weekly lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Managed student records and ensured timely processing of report cards for accurate academic tracking.
- Conducted parent teacher conferences.
- Daily project planning and student management.
- Created monthly newsletter to foster stronger communication and involvement with families.
Education
M.S. - Human Resource Management
Villanova University
06-2013
B.A. - Psychology
Ramapo College of New Jersey
01-1996
Skills
- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
- Benefits & Compensation Administration
- Payroll Administration
- Labor law compliance
- Employee Relations
- Workplace injury management
- Safety Management
- Performance Management
- Training & Development
- Policy development
- Organizational Development
- Human Resource Leadership
- HRIS management
- Global Talent Management
- Change Management
- Employee Leave Strategies
Timeline
Vice President Human Resources
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
07.2013 - 08.2025
Office Manager
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
07.2001 - 08.2025
Human Resources Manager
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
07.2001 - 07.2013
Customer Service Representative
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
08.1998 - 07.2001
Receptionist
Menshen Packaging USA, Inc.
03.1998 - 08.1998
Teacher
Primetime Pre-School
02.1996 - 03.1998
M.S. - Human Resource Management
Villanova University
B.A. - Psychology
Ramapo College of New Jersey