Sonya Lindsey
Mechanicsville
Summary
Strategic HR Manager focused on transforming workplace culture and optimizing HR operations. Successfully implemented digital onboarding and training programs that significantly reduced time-to-hire and enhanced employee morale, resulting in improved retention and productivity across diverse environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
HR MANAGER
Global Printing, Inc. dba More Vang
Alexandria
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Streamlined recruitment process to decrease time-to-hire and improve team efficiency.
- Enhanced workplace culture to foster higher morale and retention rates.
- Implemented digital onboarding for smoother new hire integration.
- Developed training programs to raise productivity.
- Launched performance appraisal system to align team goals with organizational targets.
HR MANAGER
Park Manor of McKinney
McKinney
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Facilitated performance reviews and conducted benefit audits to ensure compliance and optimize HR program outcomes.
- Collaborated with managers on retention strategies and employee relations to foster a positive workplace culture.
- Supported recruitment and onboarding processes to enhance talent acquisition effectiveness.
- Maintain HRIS data, manage employee files, and process HR documentation.
- Administer health and welfare plans, ensuring compliance and accurate record-keeping.
HR MANAGER
Cookies n Milk, Inc
McKinney
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed talent acquisition and onboarding processes to enhance new hire integration.
- Administered employee benefits and health plans, ensuring compliance and employee satisfaction.
- Addressed employee relations inquiries, fostering a positive workplace environment.
- Facilitate performance review and compliance activities.
- Maintain HR records and ensure HRIS accuracy.
HR SUPERVISOR
JC Penney
Frisco
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Coordinated recruitment, interviews, and background checks to secure top talent for the organization.
- Streamlined onboarding and benefits administration processes for new hires to enhance their integration experience.
- Facilitated employee relations and ensured accurate HRIS data entry to support personnel management.
- Maintain compliance with HR documentation and policies.
HR SPECIALIST
Kohls eFC #4
DeSoto
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Support recruitment and onboarding processes, facilitating smooth integration of new hires.
- Administer health and welfare plans, ensuring employee access and satisfaction.
- Assist with performance review preparation, enhancing employee development and feedback mechanisms.
- Serve as liaison between staff and insurance providers.
- Maintain HRIS records and ensure compliance.
HR ADMINISTRATOR
TranzVia
Plano
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed onboarding and benefits administration, enhancing employee integration and satisfaction.
- Supported recruitment and interview processes, contributing to successful candidate placements.
- Maintain HRIS records and ensure compliance with employment laws.
- Facilitated communication between staff and insurance providers, improving process efficiency.
- Provide administrative support for HR functions.
ONBOARDING SPECIALIST
Northrup Grumman
Irving
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Coordinated recruitment and onboarding processes, facilitating interviews and ensuring smooth integration for new hires.
- Guided employees on benefits, employee relations, and HR policies, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Administer health and welfare plans, ensuring accurate records and compliance.
- Maintain HRIS records, employee files, and process HR documentation.
Education
M.S. - Human Resource Management
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNB.A. - Political Science
University of Texas – Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Recruitment and staffing
- Onboarding and orientation
- Employee relations
- Performance management processes
- Employee evaluations
- Retention strategies
- Compensation management
- Benefits administration
- HRIS management
- HR reporting
- Employment law compliance
- Health and safety regulations
- Company policies and procedures
- Employee engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Timeline
HR MANAGER
Global Printing, Inc. dba More Vang
08.2023 - 10.2024
HR MANAGER
Park Manor of McKinney
08.2021 - 10.2021
HR MANAGER
Cookies n Milk, Inc
05.2021 - 08.2021
HR SPECIALIST
Kohls eFC #4
09.2019 - 11.2019
HR SUPERVISOR
JC Penney
01.2019 - 04.2021
HR ADMINISTRATOR
TranzVia
09.2016 - 03.2018
ONBOARDING SPECIALIST
Northrup Grumman
01.2016 - 06.2016
M.S. - Human Resource Management
Walden University
B.A. - Political Science
University of Texas – Arlington
Hr Technology
- ADP
- Workday
- Paycor
- Paylocity
- Peoplesoft