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Rachel Reeves

Victoria,TX

Summary

Decisive Human Resources Specialist with 15 years + in Human Resources. Performs highly responsible personnel management duties requiring advanced personnel skills and techniques in major functional areas of HR.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

HR/Payroll Manager

Victoria Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
05.2023 - Current
  • Monitored and updated employee information in payroll system to add changes in salary, bonuses and deductions.
  • Responded to employee inquiries to provide assistance with payroll-related questions.
  • Calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
  • Processed payroll garnishments such as benfits and child support.
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Processed retroactive pay adjustments and other special payments to make up for compensation shortfall in previous pay period.
  • Reviewed time records for ninety employees to verify accuracy of information.
  • Coordinated new hire and termination processes to facilitate smooth operations.
  • Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
  • Managed payroll reports and audits for quarterly reports.
  • Managed employee disputes by employing conflict resolution techniques.
  • Advised decision-makers on complex and confidential matters ranging from performance management to employee relations issues.
  • Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
  • Led decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions.
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
  • Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
  • Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.

Human Resources Representative

Caterpillar
06.2018 - 02.2020

Supported human resources manager and HR department, providing assistance to 1,000+ employees with payroll, compensation, benefits, training, and development, grievances, and investigations. Supported recruiting efforts, onboarded new hires, and optimized employee engagement.


  • Coached Management Team on policy implementation and enforcement to prevent employee legal entanglements
  • Partnered with senior management on benefits analysis, corrective action planning, and big-picture data capturing
  • Supported annual reviews by leveraging automated employee performance reminders
  • Directed process flow for terminated employees
  • Oversaw benefit programs, including 401, medical, dental, and vision packages
  • Assisted with payroll issues for 1,000+ employees, including vacation, FMLA, and military leave
  • Delivered onboarding and training for 300+ new hourly employees annually, ensuring seamless new hire orientation
  • Bolstered employee job position knowledge and skillset by facilitating onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires. Processed W9 and I9 forms
  • Revised training operations to align with associate feedback; partnered with legal and compliance teams to ensure viability of available information for new processes
  • Improved employee engagement through create
  • Enhanced staff knowledge/awareness of sexual harassment and prohibited conduct
  • Investigated and resolved variances and complex employee issues that impacted management and business decisions
  • Controlled employee claims, including performance-based and harassment incidents
  • Contributed to local and regional HR projects
  • Established organizational standards; ensured compliance with all local, federal, and state laws


Human Resources Administrator

Atlas Oil
06.2014 - 11.2015
  • Directed and controlled various benefit programs, including 401K, medical, dental and vision packages.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
  • Developed succession plans and promotion paths for all staff.
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback and procure available information for new training processes.
  • Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for 300+ new employees.
  • Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
  • Prepared all human resource documentation, including new hire letters, employee contracts and corporate policies.
  • Addressed employee conflicts with appropriate urgency, following all corporate procedures.
  • Collaborated with entire human resource department to discuss new ways to recruit top talent.
  • Oversaw HR functions, including hiring, staffing, training, payroll and labor law compliance.
  • Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits and other details.
  • Organized company-wide events designed to boost employee morale.
  • Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.
  • Managed benefits enrollment by answering questions and aiding employees with login details.
  • Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Oversaw exit interviews and off-boarding process for resigned and terminated employees.
  • Reduced workers' compensation claims by instituting corporate safety training program.
  • Coordinated ongoing technical training and personal development classes for staff members.

Human Resources Manager

Post-Acute Medical
09.2006 - 01.2014
  • Owned all aspects of HR and payroll, including benefits administrations for 100+ employees, policy implementation, compensation structuring, and investigation and resolution of grievances.
  • Worked as effective team member while contributing to local and regional HR projects.
  • Implemented new-hire program by incorporating training initiatives while resolving problems and processing related documents.
  • Followed programs closely to assess effectiveness and make proactive changes to meet changing demands.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
  • Directed and controlled various benefit programs, including 401K, medical, dental and vision packages.
  • Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for 100+ new employees.
  • Motivated employees through employee appreciation committee.
  • Collaborated with senior management and performed helpful tasks, including benefits analysis, corrective action planning and big-picture data capturing.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Streamlined complaint response management by providing guidance on policies and ensuring appropriate and accurate investigation processes.
  • Accurately maintained payroll and benefits for 100+ employees.
  • Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates, and working with legal and compliance teams.
  • Provided guidance on policies and procedures to harmonize responses, provide appropriate investigation actions and reach resolution of grievances.
  • Educated management on successful policy implementation and enforcement actions to prevent employee legal entanglements.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management

Victoria College
Victoria, TX

Skills

  • Wages and salary
  • Talent management
  • Training development
  • Benefits and compensation
  • Organizational Development
  • Pre-Employment Screening
  • Employee Hiring
  • Training and mentoring
  • Cultural awareness
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

HR/Payroll Manager

Victoria Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
05.2023 - Current

Human Resources Representative

Caterpillar
06.2018 - 02.2020

Human Resources Administrator

Atlas Oil
06.2014 - 11.2015

Human Resources Manager

Post-Acute Medical
09.2006 - 01.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management

Victoria College
Rachel Reeves