Robin Drinkwater
Grants Pass,OR
Summary
Experienced professional with extensive background in employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration, payroll, finance, and safety. Strong expertise in developing efficient HR policies and procedures, fostering a positive work environment, and resolving conflicts. Strategic and well-rounded with a proven track record in managing and overseeing various aspects of HR. Recognized for building trusting relationships within the organization to effectively support business needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Claims Specialist 1 - Temporary Assignment
State of Oregon Employment Department-Paid Leave
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Review claim issues and verify required documentation for paid family and medical leave
- Investigate claim issues and make determination for benefits to be allowed or denied
- Manage caseload and follow-up with customers, medical providers and/or employers
- Contribute to the Paid Leave Oregon Team by participating in Team meetings, on-line training sessions and Support Chats.
Human Resources Manager
Cartwright's Markets
05.2019 - 09.2023
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
- Coordinated various benefits programs such as medical insurance, retirement plans, vacation, and sick leave policies
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures
- Managed timekeeping and payroll systems (QuickBooks On-line) and processed bi-weekly payroll and all required reporting
- Coordinated employee safety programs and worked closely with SAIF Corporation to maintain a safe work environment
- Recruit and hire new employees and onboarding process.
CFO/Human Resources Director
Encore Ceramics
05.2013 - 05.2019
- Reviewed financial statements on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of reported information
- Assessed current accounting processes and procedures; developed new policies as needed
- Worked closely with operations teams to ensure accurate cost accounting practices were followed
- Oversee A/P A/R, Collections and P/R
- Managed all aspects of Human Resources, Safety and Risk Management.
Human Resources Manager
Southern Oregon Aspire
10.2010 - 12.2012
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
- Provided guidance on labor law compliance issues such as FMLA, OFLA and ADA
- Process timekeeping and payroll for 300 employees (ADP)
- Facilitated communication between management and staff by conducting regular meetings to discuss concerns or suggestions
- Coordinated various benefits programs such as medical insurance, retirement plans and vacation policies
- Conducted background checks and reference checks of prospective employees
- Coordinated Safety Programs to ensure a safe work environment and OSHA compliance
- Created job postings, tracked applicants, and maintained applicant database.
Human Resources Generalist
Masterbrand Cabinets
09.2008 - 08.2010
- Developed, implemented, and monitored employee benefits programs such as health insurance, retirement plans, disability insurance, and other related policies
- Implement Employee Wellness Program
- Manage timekeeping system and process payroll for 500 employees (Kronos).
Business Services Director
Lake County Government
08.2003 - 09.2008
- Analyze and manage programs and systems for operations
- Coordinate and participate in fiscal budget and audits
- Manage County financial systems and daily functions
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with City and County standards
- Participate in bargaining unit contract negotiations and manage adopted contracts
- Responsible for all aspect of Human Resources.
HR Consultant
The Work Connection
07.1999 - 08.2003
- Provide HR consulting and expertise to local business partners in a Fee for Service Program
- President of the Klamath-Lake Chapter Society of Human Resources (SHRM)
- Facilitated study sessions for Professional in Human Resources (PHR) exam.
Education
Business Administration -
University of Oregon
Eugene, ORHuman Resources Certification Institute
Skills
- Human Resources
- Administrative
- Team Oriented
- Customer Service
- Finance
- Compliance Management
Timeline
Claims Specialist 1 - Temporary Assignment
State of Oregon Employment Department-Paid Leave
02.2024 - 08.2024
Human Resources Manager
Cartwright's Markets
05.2019 - 09.2023
CFO/Human Resources Director
Encore Ceramics
05.2013 - 05.2019
Human Resources Manager
Southern Oregon Aspire
10.2010 - 12.2012
Human Resources Generalist
Masterbrand Cabinets
09.2008 - 08.2010
Business Services Director
Lake County Government
08.2003 - 09.2008
HR Consultant
The Work Connection
07.1999 - 08.2003
Human Resources Certification Institute
Business Administration -
University of Oregon
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