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Sarah Roush

Ellsworth,WI

Summary

Accomplished Senior HR Manager with a proven track record of overseeing and supporting programs, people, talent, culture, and ethics in manufacturing and hospitality industries. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills, commitment to operating with integrity, and focuses on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key contributors to successful efforts in leading strategy, compliance, and human resource operations.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior HR Manager

Loparex
09.2020 - Current
  • Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to site leadership and HR peers for standardization.
  • Led and actively participated in complex HR projects of handbook standardization, data and metrics, and compliance training, leading to increased organizational effectiveness and collaboration.
  • Mentored junior HR, peers, and leadership on best practices during HR attrition and transition, contributing to their successful onboarding and continued professional development.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Structured compensation review with alignment and collaboration with finance according to market conditions, productivity improvements, and budget demands.
  • Designed employee surveys, analyzed feedback and help focus groups to evaluate employee satisfaction and implement meaningful solutions.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes for improved efficiency in hiring top talent through standardized prescreening, clear communications, and tracking systems to evaluate and prioritize issues.
  • Ensured compliance with employment laws, making recommendations for policy revisions, and facilitating discussions with legal counsel and HR leadership, mitigating potential risks to the organization.
  • Spearheaded the Global Culture Committee, providing a safe space for employees to engage in conversation and ideas on diversity and inclusion strategies, resulting in a more inclusive workplace culture.

HR Business Partner

Pentair
03.2014 - 09.2020
  • Managed conflict resolution processes to maintain a positive work environment and resolve employee disputes effectively.
  • Investigated and liaised with HR leadership and legal counsel to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues.
  • Facilitated communication between employees and management by conducting regular feedback sessions and addressing concerns proactively.
  • Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
  • Collaborated with senior management to align HR initiatives with organizational goals.
  • Created a strong employer brand by promoting company values and showcasing positive work culture both internally and externally.

HR Generalist

HMS Host International
10.2012 - 12.2014
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Conducted employee relations investigations focusing on confidentiality, thorough, and timely execution and resolutions.
  • Resolved employee complaints and grievances successfully through mediation and collaboration.
  • Facilitated ServSafe Food Service and Bartending to ensure compliance with safe food handling and alcohol service laws, as well as company expectations.
  • Managed the leave of absence process, workers compensation, and tracking of on-the-job training.

Education

Bachelor Of Science - Business Administration

University of Wisconsin - River Falls
River Falls, WI

Masters - Human Resources And Industrial Relations

University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Mgt
Minneapolis, MN
05.2023

Skills

  • HR team leadership
  • Succession Planning
  • Compliance investigation
  • HR analytics
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Employee Relations
  • Recruitment strategy
  • Payroll Administration
  • Benefits Administration
  • Internal Communications
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Policy Development
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Employee Handbook Development
  • Legal Compliance
  • Performance Appraisal
  • Data and Trends Analysis
  • Human Resource Management Software HRMS
  • Project Management

Quote

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.
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Timeline

Senior HR Manager

Loparex
09.2020 - Current

HR Business Partner

Pentair
03.2014 - 09.2020

HR Generalist

HMS Host International
10.2012 - 12.2014

Bachelor Of Science - Business Administration

University of Wisconsin - River Falls

Masters - Human Resources And Industrial Relations

University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Mgt
Sarah Roush