Robin Leake
Carson,CA
Summary
Productive professional with strong relationship-building, decision-making and multi-tasking abilities. Brings sound judgment, knowledge, problem solving skills and a solid record in benefits management.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Longshoreman
Pacific Maritime Association
Long Beach, CA
06.2001 - Current
- Performed Longshore and Marine Clerk duties, assisting in the loading and discharging of cargo to and from ships, double-stacked trains, and trucks. .
Assitant Benefits Manager
Unified Grocers
Commerce, CA
06.2000 - 07.2001
- Provided prompt responses and guidance to employees for inquiries related to benefits and eligibility status.
- Participated in collective bargaining negotiations as needed regarding matters relating to employee benefits.
- Coordinated open enrollment periods by creating timelines, developing materials, scheduling meetings.
- Contributed to the development and computer generation of reports related to benefits and compensation.
Benefits Manager
Speedo/Authentic Fitness
Los Angeles, CA
05.1995 - 06.2000
- Developed relationships with insurance brokers, plan carriers, and third-party providers of benefits services.
- Administered employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) plans, vacation and sick leave policies, and disability benefits.
- Managed all aspects of the open and new enrollment process.
- Collaborated with human resources staff to develop strategies to ensure compliance with federal and state laws related to employee benefits.
- Created communications materials and presentations to educate employees on available benefits.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored welfare claims and followed up on open, denied, or suspended claims with insurance adjusters.
Human Resources/Payroll Manager
Ellis Paint Company
Los Angeles, CA
03.1994 - 05.1995
- Managed bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll through ADP software system.
- Coordinated various benefits programs such as medical insurance, retirement plans and vacation policies.
- Identified, screened and interviewed potential employees and conducted background and reference checks.
- Investigated employee relations matters through interviews with involved parties to ensure a fair resolution.
- Provided guidance on labor law compliance issues such as FMLA, ADA, Title VII.
Personnel Manager
Coastline Equipment (John Deere Dealership)
Long Beach, CA
12.1988 - 03.1994
- Managed employee relations issues including conflict resolution, grievances and complaints.
- Assisted employees with enrollment in health and welfare plans.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of all benefit plan provisions, policies, and procedures.
- Monitored workers' compensation claims to reduce liability exposure of the company.
Education
University of California, Irvine
Attended September 1983 - June 1985Skills
- Benefits Administration
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Claims and Grievance Resolution
- HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
Class A Longshoreman
Pacific Maritime Association
06.2001 - Current
Assitant Benefits Manager
Unified Grocers
06.2000 - 07.2001
Benefits Manager
Speedo/Authentic Fitness
05.1995 - 06.2000
Human Resources/Payroll Manager
Ellis Paint Company
03.1994 - 05.1995
Personnel Manager
Coastline Equipment (John Deere Dealership)
12.1988 - 03.1994
University of California, Irvine
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