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Stephanie Zander

Orem,UT

Summary

Dynamic HR professional with extensive experience at Nexeo, driving HR operations and optimizing workers' compensation strategies, achieving $800k in cost reductions. Proven expertise in payroll administration and employee engagement, complemented by effective communication skills. Successfully led software implementations and revamped onboarding processes to enhance organizational efficiency.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

SR HR Manager

Nexeo
01.2017 - Current
  • Directed and executed HR operations successfully.
  • Managed daily operations of department and ensured timely delivery of corporate HR to branches.
  • Managed comprehensive human resource programs encompassing compensation, benefits, leave, and disciplinary actions.
  • Directed comprehensive aspects of Nexeo's WC program involving safety inspections, claims administration, yearly reviews, and compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Optimized WC strategies, reducing costs by $800k within five years.
  • Supervise the renewal process of various insurance policies.
  • Supported the launch of new offices across multiple states.
  • Contributed to software implementation team during major updates in 2017 and 2023.
  • Oversaw accurate conversion of deductions, pay items, and HR documents into new software.
  • Devised and implemented initiatives to promote employee engagement.
  • Overhauled New Hire Onboarding training for new hires.
  • Collaborated with Executive team to implement updates effectively.
  • Standardized processes, documents, and templates created.
  • Stayed current with ACA regulations, facilitating the yearly dispatch of more than 300 forms.
  • Coordinates HR departmental budgets to ensure fiscal efficiency.
  • Analyzed current benefits packages and recommended improvements to ensure competitive offerings for employees.

Owner

Specialized Materials and Chemicals
02.2009 - Current
  • Maintained accurate financial records and documentation in compliance with company policies.
  • Administered comprehensive bookkeeping and general accounting to optimize business management in QuickBooks.
  • Supported procurement of government contracts.
  • Generated, mailed and monitored invoices.
  • Processed posting and reconciling payments and addressed aged receivables.

HR Manager

Nexeo
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Handle management of Worker's Compensation cases.
  • Handled benefits enrollment and maintenance for both permanent and temporary employees.
  • Established procedures ensuring ACA compliance at Nexeo.
  • Executed payroll processing across multiple client accounts leveraging CS software.
  • Assisted with HR outsourcing activities as necessary.
  • Investigated complaints from temporary employees.
  • Created streamlined onboarding procedure for incoming employees.
  • Orchestrated annual company holiday event.

HR Generalist

Nexeo
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Directed all Worker's Compensation claims and developed Return to Work program.
  • Designed and executed unemployment response protocol.
  • Efficiently executed payroll processing.
  • Executed payroll operations for multiple clients utilizing CS software.
  • Managed payroll operations on a weekly basis for more than 600 temp staff through COATS software spanning 2.5 years.
  • Administered benefits packages for both internal and temporary staff.
  • Directed roll-out of Essential StaffCARE coverage for temporary employees.
  • Monitored benefit eligibility and facilitated employee enrollment in company programs.
  • Provided on-site HR services for one year at DXATC, ensuring efficient administration of employee-related processes.
  • Handled unemployment insurance claims, appeals, and managed garnishments.
  • Posted transactions accurately and timely.

Education

OSHA 10 Hour General Safety and Health -

OSHA
Lehi, UT
03.2019

SHRM-CP -

SHRM
Lehi, UT
02.2015

Professional in Human Resources -

HRCI
Orem, UT
06.2012

BS - Biology

Dixie State College of Utah
St. George, UT
05.2009

Skills

  • HR operations
  • Payroll administration
  • Workers' compensation
  • Employee engagement
  • Software implementation
  • Employee relations
  • Effective communication
  • Onboarding and orientation

Timeline

SR HR Manager

Nexeo
01.2017 - Current

HR Manager

Nexeo
01.2013 - 01.2017

Owner

Specialized Materials and Chemicals
02.2009 - Current

HR Generalist

Nexeo
01.2009 - 01.2013

OSHA 10 Hour General Safety and Health -

OSHA

SHRM-CP -

SHRM

Professional in Human Resources -

HRCI

BS - Biology

Dixie State College of Utah

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