Resolute People and Culture Manager with twenty-five years’ progressive experience. Trusted business partner with over ten years’ negotiating and managing Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
People & Culture Manager
O-I Glass Company
10.2021 - Current
Collaborate with all management to achieve business goals
Work daily to enhance and maintain good relations with local union leadership.
Implemented training programs for employees, boosting overall productivity and skill sets.
Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
Conducted employee surveys to identify areas of improvement, resulting in targeted action plans.
Facilitated open forums for employees to voice concerns or suggestions, promoting transparency throughout the company structure.
Championed change management initiatives during organizational shifts, minimizing employee resistance and ensuring a smooth transition period.
Built strong relationships with leaders across business to communicate strategic goals and initiatives.
Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
Employee Experience & Employee Rel.Sr. Specialist
Cargill Inc.
11.2020 - 10.2021
Support fourteen plants in six states through “My HR” ticket system
A total of 1000 employees within facilities. -Perform confidential investigations, document, and resolve Sexual Harassment, Workplace Violence, and Discrimination Claims. -Coach facility leaders for successful leadership
Human Resource Manger & Dir. of Employee Engagement
Kennedy Valve
09.2017 - 11.2020
Work collectively with Plant Manager, Department Managers and Union Leadership to achieve business goals.
Perform confidential investigations, document, and resolve Sexual Harassment, Workplace Violence, and Discrimination Claims.
Lead HR team including a HR Specialist and HR Generalist.
Company representative at civic and community events.
Liaison between business divisions.
Deliver company designed training for hourly and salary employees.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Human Resource Manager & HR Generalist
Anchor Glass Container Corp.
02.2010 - 09.2017
Collaborate with Plant Manager, Department Managers and Union Leadership to achieve business goals.
Perform confidential investigations, document, and resolve Sexual Harassment, Workplace Violence, and Discrimination Claims.
Lead and mentor HR Generalist.
Company representative at civic and community events.
Liaison between business divisions.
Deliver company designed training for hourly and salary employees.
Enhanced team productivity with regular performance evaluations and targeted training programs.
Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing requirements, resulting in improved workforce planning and reduced turnover rates.
Analyzed historical data to forecast future resourcing needs, enabling proactive planning and adjustments as needed.
Mentored junior staff members in effective resource management techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
Education
Bachelor of Science Psychology -
Elmira College
Elmira, NY
Skills
Organizational Development
Diversity and Inclusion
Stakeholder Management
Budgeting and Financial Management
Workforce Planning
Emotional Intelligence
Performance Management
Training and Development
Cross-functional Collaboration
Effective Communication
Conflict Resolution
Employee Engagement
Continuous Improvement
Change Management
Timeline
People & Culture Manager
O-I Glass Company
10.2021 - Current
Employee Experience & Employee Rel.Sr. Specialist
Cargill Inc.
11.2020 - 10.2021
Human Resource Manger & Dir. of Employee Engagement
Deputy Manager Costing & MIS - (Business Intelligence & Planning) _ Cost Accountant at plant site at MAJAN GLASS COMPANY S.A.O.G (Container Glass Manufacturing Company in Oman)Deputy Manager Costing & MIS - (Business Intelligence & Planning) _ Cost Accountant at plant site at MAJAN GLASS COMPANY S.A.O.G (Container Glass Manufacturing Company in Oman)