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SHANNON DIRCKSEN

Human Resources
Bryan,OH

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Human Resources ManagerHuman Resources Business PartnerSenior Human Resources GeneralistHuman Resources Generalist

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Bryan, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$65000/yr - $150000/yr

Important To Me

Personal development programsFlexible work hoursCareer advancementPaid time offHealthcare benefitsCompany CultureWork-life balance

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Manager

Moore Industries, Inc.
Montpelier, OH
05.2025 - Current
  • Managed daily HR tasks including full-cycle recruiting, hiring, onboarding, benefits administration, and disciplinary actions for a manufacturing plant of 98 employees.
  • Implemented HRIS software resulting in streamlined processes for COBRA Administration and FMLA processing and tracking functions.
  • Implemented COBRA, leave, and performance management modules in HRIS/payroll system, streamlining HR processes.
  • Developed performance management system to track employee goals, provide feedback, and conduct annual reviews, enhancing employee engagement.
  • Provided trusted advice on complex HR issues including employee relations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
  • Collaborated with the senior leadership team to provide strategic HR guidance on organizational growth and development.
  • Facilitated organizational change initiatives, providing guidance on restructuring efforts and implementing new systems and processes.
  • Collaborated with department heads to develop workforce planning strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Collaborated with managers to develop job descriptions that accurately reflected the skills required for each position within the organization.
  • Developed and delivered training programs on topics such as sexual harassment prevention, diversity awareness, and leadership development.
  • Ensured compliance with Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting requirements, preparing and submitting necessary documentation in a timely manner.
  • Conducted the annual benefits renewal process, assessed plan performance, and negotiated rates.
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws including FMLA leave requests, ADA accommodations etc.
  • Completed weekly payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees ensuring seamless and accurate payroll processing.
  • Investigated accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine root causes and implement preventive measures.

Training & Human Resources Coordinator

Bard Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Bryan, OH
07.2023 - 10.2024
  • Developed new hire training plans for certified trainers.
  • Implemented a new Work Instruction program including videos, to assist with training new hires and employees transferred to new job roles.
  • Utilized learning management systems (LMS) to track employee progress and evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives.
  • Coordinated training sessions and workshops for employees on various topics such as diversity awareness or sexual harassment prevention.
  • Collaborated with subject-matter experts to create engaging training materials, including presentations, manuals, and job aids.
  • Mentored and coached trainers on instructional techniques, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality training content.
  • Collaborated with instructional designers to create engaging e-learning courses using multimedia elements, interactive quizzes, and scenario-based simulations.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with employees at all levels within the organization, promoting open communication and trust.
  • Maintained accurate records of training certifications/licenses for employees in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Led activities committee, planning engaging initiatives that fostered inclusivity and participation across all employee levels.
  • Served as a subject-matter expert during the design phase of new product launches or system implementations.

Human Resource Manager

ALG Health, LLC
Antwerp, OH
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Served as sole Human Resources Professional at ALG Health, LLC, managing recruiting, hiring, onboarding, benefits administration, and disciplinary actions for manufacturing plant of 85 employees.
  • Managed full-cycle recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding of new employees.
  • Conducted all disciplinary actions including terminations.
  • Administered benefits renewal and managed all benefits for new hires and open enrollment.
  • Managed unemployment claims process, including hearings and appeals, to support employee transitions.
  • Managed all workers compensation claims and reporting.
  • Oversaw administration of Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) claims to ensure employee rights were upheld.
  • Developed company values for ALG Health to strengthen organizational culture and employee alignment.
  • Implemented safety program to enhance safety awareness and reduce injuries, fostering strong rapport with employees and managers.
  • Executed bi-weekly payroll processing for all employees to ensure timely compensation.
  • Upgraded from a payroll only system to an HRIS/Payroll system and completed bi-weekly payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees ensuring seamless and accurate payroll processing.
  • Processed court support and garnishment orders to maintain legal compliance.
  • Main site contact for any injuries/incidents. Handled all employee incidents.
  • Integral part in coordinating and implementing several employee wage increases.
  • In process of implementing 401k program.

Human Resource Generalist

Pennant
Pioneer, OH
10.2020 - 04.2021
  • As the sole Human Resources professional at the Pennant Pioneer, Ohio plant, I wore many hats including but not limited to all full-cycle recruiting, hiring, onboarding, new hire orientation, benefits administration, disciplinary actions as well as terminations for a manufacturing plant of 60 employees.
  • Conducted all recruiting, hiring, onboarding and new hire orientations.
  • Implemented the safety program and safety team which had been nonexistent in the previous year which resulted in changing the safety culture for the positive and reducing safety incidents.
  • Executed occupational health and safety programs and facilitated training and development initiatives.
  • Reviewed, tracked, and documented compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, including safety training, anti-harassment, forklift training, and aptitude exams and certifications.
  • Built rapport with employees, fostering trust while collaborating to clean and organize facility, remove safety hazards, and enhance relationships between employees and management.
  • Managed disciplinary actions involving disputes, investigations, and terminations.
  • Administered FMLA and STD for all employees at the facility.
  • Met daily with supervisors to discuss employee issues, manning needs, and any other concerns at hand.
  • Adjusted work schedule to address employee concerns during all shifts, ensuring consistent availability.
  • Managed employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors.
  • Administered all Workers Compensation incidents and accidents and entered in system.
  • Administered all benefits for new hires and all 60 employees during open enrollment.
  • Completed all garnishment interrogatories and uploaded to employee payroll profile in HRIS.
  • Completed weekly payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees ensuring accurate processing including adding garnishments and wage increases.
  • Ensured all payroll transactions were processed timely and accurately.
  • Reported weekly manpower & KPI information to CEO and CFO.
  • Designed and posted flyers for open positions on social media.
  • Posted open positions on social media sites for recruiting purposes.
  • Updated and replaced employee filing system for better organization and tracking.
  • Set up all new hire profiles in HRIS system and made all necessary changes such as wage increases.
  • Coordinated and implemented employee wage increases, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Conducted OSHA training, completed reporting, and prepared year-end reports.

Human Resource Generalist

DeKalb Health/Parkview
Auburn, IN
06.2015 - 10.2020
  • Coached and developed supervisory staff, managed associate relations, handled disciplinary efforts, conducted terminations, resolved conflicts, carried out internal investigations, and administered benefits.
  • Administered benefits for over 650 employees.
  • Established strong relationships with employees and leadership staff.
  • Facilitated employee events that enhanced engagement and boosted morale.
  • Focused heavily on the Company's Positive Associate Relations efforts and considered it to be a relevant professional achievement.
  • Streamlined recruiting process by transitioning from Position Manager to Kronos for improved efficiency.
  • Replaced HRIS systems and revitalized onboarding process, enhancing overall candidate experience.
  • Removed and replaced HRIS programs (ADP to Kronos).
  • Set up all new employee accounts in the HRIS system and completed all wage, department, and hour changes.
  • Updated employee tax deductions and processed direct deposit changes in the HRIS.
  • Completed 2019 year-end 1095-C form process.
  • Effectively worked to repair and sustain positive morale and the overall work environment.
  • Created and facilitated leadership development initiatives.
  • One-on-one meeting with new hire to ensure process is completed in one day and questions are answered in person.
  • Worked closely with background check company to streamline onboarding process.
  • Revamped new hire orientation process while including the Leadership Team for meet and greet.
  • Assisted with succession planning for nursing staff.
  • Underwent multiple changes to benefits vendors.
  • Created insurance benefits video for newly eligible employees.
  • Built the annual employee benefit election process in HRIS system.
  • Revised numerous organizational policies to enhance accountability measures.
  • Work closely with leaders regarding interviewing, disciplinary action and terminations.
  • Instrumental in easing the transition for employees when the company was acquired by a new parent organization.

Training Coordinator

Therma-Tru Doors
Butler, IN
04.1998 - 02.2015
  • Created and presented numerous mentor and leadership training programs that were specifically designed for this team and their needs.
  • Developed and facilitated Mentor Training / Train the Trainer.
  • Revitalized and streamlined onboarding and new hire orientation process.
  • I revamped the new hire orientation from a two-day classroom setting to a one-day classroom setting in turn improving the process.
  • Transitioned the hiring process away from temporary staffing to direct hire and effectively reduced turnover.
  • Enhanced employee morale through targeted initiatives and support.
  • Facilitated team-building activities to enhance employee relations.
  • Updated old and created new policies to help ensure compliance and consistency, in addition to completely revamping the ways in which employees were communicated with.
  • Outlined various initiatives completed in this role to enhance team performance.
  • Implemented and Chairperson of the Values Based Safety Committee. Traveled to Fredericksburg, VA to assist in training and implementation.
  • Engaged in multiple Behavioral Safety Now (BSN) Safety Conferences and presented as a speaker in Reno, NV.
  • Achieved Lean Manufacturing Green Belt certification through internal training programs.
  • Monitored and enforced 6S standards, ensuring a consistently organized and efficient workspace.
  • Certified 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen Covey.
  • Organized March of Dimes Fundraiser and events.
  • Designed, implemented and maintained the company apparel site for employees.
  • Implemented new ERP system and traveled to other Therma-Tru facilities to train employees on the system.
  • Implemented ERP system and trained employees at facilities in Roland, OK; Fredericksburg, VA; Howe, IN; Butler, IN. Was the sole trainer for 800 employees at Butler, IN.
  • Was the sole ERP trainer in Butler, IN for 800 employees.
  • Designed and maintained safety lottery card rewards program.
  • Assisted succession planning team with training.
  • Streamlined orientation process making it more effective.

Timeline

Human Resources Manager

Moore Industries, Inc.
05.2025 - Current

Training & Human Resources Coordinator

Bard Manufacturing Company, Inc.
07.2023 - 10.2024

Human Resource Manager

ALG Health, LLC
09.2021 - 06.2023

Human Resource Generalist

Pennant
10.2020 - 04.2021

Human Resource Generalist

DeKalb Health/Parkview
06.2015 - 10.2020

Training Coordinator

Therma-Tru Doors
04.1998 - 02.2015
SHANNON DIRCKSENHuman Resources