SAMANTHA BARRIOS
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven HR professional spanning multiple industries, including Manufacturing, Healthcare/Hospitality, and Transportation/Logistics. Committed to driving HR initiatives, enhance organizational effectiveness, and foster a positive work environment. Proven track record in employee relations, performance management, and compliance. Known for a collaborative approach, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt HR strategies to meet the unique needs of different industry sectors. Dedicated to creating impactful solutions that align with business goals and drive sustainable growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager
Hub Group, Inc.
12.2022 - Current
- Provide expert HR guidance to managers and employees, fostering strong work relationships, enhancing morale, and increasing productivity and retention.
- Administer various HR policies, procedures, and plans, ensuring effective implementation for assigned employees.
- Act as a liaison between management and employees, resolving relations issues promptly and minimizing risk and liability.
- Conduct thorough and objective investigations into employee complaints, document findings, and participated in warranted corrective actions.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries on benefits, personal changes, onboarding, exits, and policy interpretation.
- Offer performance management guidance to supervisors and managers, supporting effective employee evaluations and development.
- Utilize HRIS functionality to support system operations, review, and approve employee status changes.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Federal, State, and local employment laws to ensure compliance across the assigned geographic area.
- Assist with recruitment efforts, contributing to talent acquisition and workforce planning.
- Adapt to evolving duties and responsibilities as required, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.
HR Manager
The Legacy Senior Communities
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Reviewed all employee changes to include new hires, terminations, employee status changes.
- Tracked data for FMLA, annual performance reviews, 90-day reviews, etc.
- Prepared and distributed information updates, policy and procedural changes, benefit information and other HR-related communications.
- Trained managers and team members on the use of HRIS, time and labor and benefits administration systems in partnership with the Payroll/Benefits Manager.
- Processed and investigated on the job injuries to report to Executive Director and Director of HR.
- Prepared and posts annual OSHA logs
- Coordinated and led all orientation processes including new hire and general orientation.
- Provided support to leadership staff for policy interpretation and conflict resolution
- Coordinated with community leadership staff on training, retention and recognition activities for the Legacy community to include quarterly luncheons, monthly lunch & learns, years of service awards and annual parties
- Provided support to leadership team to include community events, in-service postings, and other special events and projects as approved by the HR Director
Plant HR Generalist
Niagara Bottling LLC.
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Effectively recruited and onboarded qualified candidates for the Dallas facility and offsite warehouse.
- Processed terminations and handled unemployment cases.
- Oversaw staffing while staying within the headcount and projected budget.
- Promoted and implemented a culture of inclusion and safety.
- Administered company policies and keep employees abreast of necessary changes.
- Provided day to day counseling to management, supervisors and team members as necessary.
- Facilitated community events and meetings.
- Coordinate celebrations for the facility.
- Coordinated celebrations for the facility for business needs.
Lead Price Coordinator
United Supermarkets-Market Street
11.2015 - 01.2019
- Supervised a team of pricing clerks to execute a pricing error of under 1%.
- Conducted employee feedback and yearly reviews.
- Controlled all scheduling and payroll processes for direct reports.
- Directed interviews and all staffing for the department.
- Worked closely with store management to correct all pricing issues.
- Presented ideas and thoughts to vendors and department managers on creating displays around the store.
Education
Masters of Science in Human Resources -
University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler, TX12.2018
Bachelor of Science in Sociology - undefined
Texas Women's University
Denton, TX08.2017
HR Management Certification - undefined
Collin College
Frisco, TX04.2017
Associate of Arts in General Studies - undefined
Collin College
Frisco, TX12.2015
High School Diploma - undefined
Liberty High School
Frisco, TX06.2010
Skills
- Performance Management
- Employee Relations
- Compliance and Legal Knowledge
- Policies and Procedure Implementation and Revision
- Training and Development
- Data Management and Reporting
- Organizational Development
- Project Management
- Effective Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Strategic Planning
- Change Management
Associations
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Foundations Leadership Course
- SHRM Member
- Human Resource Management Certification
Timeline
HR Manager
Hub Group, Inc.
12.2022 - Current
HR Manager
The Legacy Senior Communities
07.2021 - 11.2022
Plant HR Generalist
Niagara Bottling LLC.
01.2019 - 07.2021
Lead Price Coordinator
United Supermarkets-Market Street
11.2015 - 01.2019
Masters of Science in Human Resources -
University of Texas at Tyler
Bachelor of Science in Sociology - undefined
Texas Women's University
HR Management Certification - undefined
Collin College
Associate of Arts in General Studies - undefined
Collin College
High School Diploma - undefined
Liberty High School