Orlena N. Simpson
Columbia,SC
Summary
Dedicated Human Resources professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resources Generalist
Instacart
New York, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Act as subject-matter expert for labor laws for both exempt and non-exempt employee groups (performance, benefits, compliance, terminations, leave of absences, etc.)
- Counsel and provide mentorship to first-time managers on employee relations, systems implementation, performance management, policies, procedures, and other related topics
- Partner with your region or function's HR Business Partner on larger projects and org changes
- Provide on-the-ground HR support for the Western Region
- Identify and recommend continuous improvements to HR programs and processes to drive efficiencies and enhance the employee experience
- Conduct exit interviews and support administration of employee off-boarding
- Ownership of full-cycle employee relations investigations
- Be a vital touchpoint for all people related outreach regarding benefits, performance, company programs, and policies
- Partner cross-functionally with teams across Recruiting, Payroll, Learning & Development, Legal, Compensation, Benefits, and Policy to integrate people solutions
- Partnered with Compensation Team to introduce Pay Transparency initiative.
- Heavy Employee Relations case management. Reviewing employee statements, conducting investigative interviews and research, identifying root cause defect and advising performance management.
- Lead calibration sessions with Corporate and Operational managers during annual and mid year review cycles.
- Partnered with Legal team at for discovery with confidential matters.
Human Resources Manager
ShopRite, Wakefern
Newark, NJ
12.2019 - 07.2021
- Develop HR initiatives aligned with overall company mission statement
- Mediate employee relations issues, addressing demands and grievances
- Manage the recruitment and selection process
- Gauge company needs for training and development
- Rolling-out development and training plans across the organization
- Nurture a positive working environment
- Ensure federal, state and local employment law and regulation compliance in all facets of Human Resources
- Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
Regional Human Resources Generalist
Whole Foods Market
Bergen, NJ
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Partners with management to communicate Human Resources policies, procedures, programs, and laws
- Recommends employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation
- Participates in the conduct of investigations when employee complaints or concerns are brought forth
- Advises managers and supervisors about the steps in the progressive discipline system of the company
- Counsels managers on employment issues
- Assists with the implementation of company safety and health programs
- Tracks and posts OSHA-required data and files reports
- Develops and schedules benefits orientations and benefits training
- Recommends changes in benefits offered, especially new benefits aimed at employee satisfaction and retention
- Provide support to employees in various HR-related topics such as leaves and compensation and resolve any issues that may arise.
Human Resources Generalist
Blue Apron
Linden, NJ
12.2015 - 09.2018
- Assist in the development of HR processes, systems and procedures through restructuring and movement to a newly constructed facility
- Partnered as subject matter expert for process implementation of point system for corrective action
- Advises managers and supervisors about the steps in the progressive discipline policy of the company
- Conducts investigations when employee concerns are brought forth
- Partners with management to communicate Human Resources policies, procedures, programs and laws
- Recommends employee relations practices to establish a high level of employee morale and motivation
- Assists with the development and administration of programs, procedures and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals for the company.
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ
07.2014 - 12.2015
- Onboarding new hires using ADP Virtual Edge and Workday
- Posting new job opening to online job boards
- Explaining company personnel policies, benefits, and procedures to employees or job applicants
- Process, verify, and maintain documentation relating to personnel activities such as staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, and classifications
- Answer questions regarding examinations, eligibility, salaries, benefits, and other pertinent information.
Education
B.A. - Sociology
Montclair State University
01.2006 - 01.2010
Skills
Labor relations
Coaching and mentoring
Trained in FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC
Benefits and compensation
Talent management
HR management
Project Management
Compensation and benefits
Termination procedures
Diversity programs
FMLA comprehension
Performance Management
Succession planning
Change implementation
Knowledgeable in all HR Systems
Recruitment
Training and mentoring
Timeline
Human Resources Generalist
Instacart
07.2021 - Current
Human Resources Manager
ShopRite, Wakefern
12.2019 - 07.2021
Regional Human Resources Generalist
Whole Foods Market
09.2018 - 11.2019
Human Resources Generalist
Blue Apron
12.2015 - 09.2018
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Stevens Institute of Technology
07.2014 - 12.2015
B.A. - Sociology
Montclair State University
01.2006 - 01.2010