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Sara Collingwood

Westland,MI

Summary

With nearly 9 years and counting of Human Resource experience successfully managing recruitment processes, onboarding set up, strong leadership & training skills, engagement programs, implementing performance management systems, designing virtual bulletin boards, weekly pay cycles, and more. With a proven track record of increasing employee retention, satisfaction, and performance.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Manager

Welding Technology Corporation
04.2024 - Current
  • Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
  • Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
  • Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.

Human Resource Senior Generalist

Welding Technology Corporation
03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered.
  • Resolved employee complaints and grievances successfully through mediation and collaboration.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Analyzed and reported on employee turnover rates to determine root causes and make recommendations for improvement.

Human Resource Manager & Office Manager

North Brothers Ford, Inc.
11.2017 - 11.2022
  • Supervised onboarding process for newly hired employees, including distribution of all paperwork.
  • Assured benefits program was administered properly sustain compliance with employee insurance guidelines.
  • Notified all employees immediately when policies/procedures were updated or changed.
  • Worked with department managers to assess needs.
  • Developed user-friendly employee handbook for easier updating and maintenance.
  • Answered employee questions regarding health benefits and 401k options.

Accounting Clerk/DMV Title Clerk

North Brothers Ford, Inc.
01.2016 - 11.2017
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Resolved employee complaints and grievances successfully through mediation and collaboration.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Analyzed and reported on employee turnover rates to determine root causes and make recommendations for improvement.

Education

BBA - Business Administration And Management/HR

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
05.2025

Associate of Business Administration - Business

Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI
05.2017

Skills

  • Leadership development
  • Payroll administration
  • Compensation and benefits administration
  • Employment record verification
  • Employee engagement
  • Data management
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • Working collaboratively
  • Human Resources Management Systems
  • Employment Data Tracking
  • Exit Interviews and Processes
  • Company Organization
  • Leave of Absence Transitions
  • Vendor Invoice Payment Processing
  • Termination Documentation
  • Staff Compensation
  • Wages and Salary
  • Employment Recordkeeping
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Data Entry
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Orienting New Employees
  • Clerical Support
  • ADP Workforce Now
  • Employee Handbook Development
  • Adaptable to Changing Conditions
  • Time Tracking and Payroll Administration
  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Organizational Systems
  • Policy and Procedure Adherence
  • Payment Collection
  • Unemployment Claims
  • Personnel Files
  • Accident Investigations
  • Forecast Employment Needs
  • Employee Orientation
  • Onboarding, Training and Development
  • Application Installation
  • Audit Counts
  • Time Management
  • Account and Ledger Reconciliations
  • 1099 Filing
  • Payroll Taxes
  • Excel Spreadsheets
  • Human Resources Law
  • Business Correspondence
  • Social Media Knowledge
  • Project Planning
  • Appointment Setting
  • Invoice Preparation
  • Workers' Compensation Knowledge
  • Banking Operations
  • Written Communication
  • Database Administration
  • Open Enrollment
  • New Employee Orientation
  • Health Saving Accounts
  • Termination Procedures

References

Professional:

Nichole Walling known 5+ years (734) 890-3724

Tom Reno known 5+ years (734) 637-5037


Personal:

Thea Howell known 20+ years (734) 717-3740

Cathy Houck known 20+ years (586) 215-1281

Timeline

Human Resources Manager

Welding Technology Corporation
04.2024 - Current

Human Resource Senior Generalist

Welding Technology Corporation
03.2023 - 04.2024

Human Resource Manager & Office Manager

North Brothers Ford, Inc.
11.2017 - 11.2022

Accounting Clerk/DMV Title Clerk

North Brothers Ford, Inc.
01.2016 - 11.2017

BBA - Business Administration And Management/HR

Southern New Hampshire University

Associate of Business Administration - Business

Schoolcraft College

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