Sunny Wassengeso
Chaska,MN
Summary
Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.
Well-qualified HR leader skilled in managing employees, associates and day-to-day department operations with decisive and organized approach. Skilled leader, problem-solver and persuasive communicator with open and authoritative style.
Responsive Human Resources Professional with well-rounded experience in all functional areas of HR, including employee relations and performance management, recruitment and selection, learning and development, compensation and benefits. Supports clients and effectively balances role of consultant and mentor with being the gatekeeper to control employer-related risks and grow client's management skills. Thrives on mentoring leaders with proven success at understanding unique business needs to establish genuine relationships as indispensable partner.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior HR Generalist
Integer Holdings Corporation
03.2022 - Current
- Led training initiatives to increase workforce competencies, resulting in higher productivity levels across; such as, Front Line Leadership, Performance Management, Reasonable Suspicion, etc.
- Enhanced company culture by organizing team-building activities, promoting open communication, and providing ongoing support to managers and employees.
- Mediated employee disputes to find mutually beneficial resolutions while maintaining positive relationships between parties involved.
- Facilitated annual performance reviews that offered constructive feedback, setting goals for professional growth and development among staff members.
- Served as a liaison between employees and management teams, addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing guidance on policies/procedures when needed.
- Conducted thorough investigations into workplace complaints, resolving conflicts fairly and efficiently while maintaining confidentiality.
- Collaborated with legal counsel on employment law issues, reducing potential liabilities for the organization.
- Streamlined HR processes for efficiency, simplifying paperwork procedures and enhancing the overall employee experience.
- Analyzed turnover trends within the organization to proactively address potential issues affecting employee morale and job satisfaction.
- Partners with business operations leaders to ensure an extensive understanding of business needs and objectives.
• Leads and executes HR initiatives and services for set client groups.
• Responsible for providing HR guidance, coaching, and direction to managers in areas including but not limited to; talent management, succession planning, total rewards, policy interpretation, associate data integrity, communication effectiveness, associate engagement, and leadership best practices.
• Partners with HR Center of Excellence and performs research in areas including but not limited to; recruitment of site direct and indirect labor, associate orientation, benefits, and manager development training.
• Utilizes HR systems to generate reports and perform analysis to identify trends in performance, turnover, compensation, etc. and utilizes findings to develop solutions that address business needs.
• Promotes associate contribution and commitment through facilitation of focus groups, surveys, round tables, town halls and other forums to assess and deploy culture initiatives.
• Acts as an escalation point for associate concerns, complaints and/or workplace conflict. Develops and implements solutions to prevent repeat occurrences.
HR Business Partner
Insulation Distributors, Inc (IDI)
04.2020 - 03.2022
- Assist with the attainment of HR functional goals and KPI’s
- Actively advocate for and role model IDI’s culture and core values
- Execute daily HR operations for Sales and Operations teams
- Become a trusted business partner to the Sales and Operations teams by attending their team meetings and providing counsel on HR policies, programs, systems and tools
- Effectively execute HR strategies including recruitment, benefits, compensation, engagement, org development and learning strategies
- Implement and facilitate Sales and Operations HR programs to attract, develop and retain IDI talent
- Partner with hiring managers to select, hire and onboard new talent
- Assist managers with resolving employee relations concerns
- Assist managers with implementing individual employee development plans
- Assist managers with developing onboarding plans
- Ensure timely resolution of employee related issues and concerns
HR Coordinator
Schult Homes
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing time spent on administrative tasks.
- Managed FMLA requests and ADA accommodations, maintaining compliance with federal guidelines while supporting employee wellbeing.
- Managed employee relations issues with tact, conducting investigations and providing guidance to managers for resolution.
- Enhanced company culture by organizing team-building events and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated employee recognition programs, boosting morale and increasing overall satisfaction levels within the company.
- Assisted in payroll processing, ensuring accurate compensation for all employees based on hours worked and applicable deductions.
HR Director
Good Samaritan Society
05.2017 - 09.2018
- Designed performance management systems that supported employee development and organizational success.
- Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices, mitigating potential risks related to employment law violations or disputes.
- Managed employee relations issues with care and confidentiality, maintaining trust with staff members while resolving conflicts effectively.
- Strengthened employer brand through targeted recruitment marketing campaigns aimed at attracting top-tier candidates.
- Supported organizational change initiatives by guiding employees through periods of transition, minimizing disruption to productivity.
- Established strong relationships with both employees and management teams, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing streamlined HR processes and tools.
- Introduced innovative training programs that enhanced skillset among staff members and improved overall performance levels within the organization.
HR Coordinator
Daktronics
04.2015 - 05.2017
- Coordinated onboarding processes, providing new hires with a smooth transition into the company culture.
- Developed and implemented effective recruitment and onboarding strategies for new hires.
- Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas of improvement and offering constructive feedback.
- Established solid relationships between departments by providing well-rounded support across various teams.
- Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management, resolving conflicts swiftly when needed.
- Supported managers in addressing employee concerns, fostering positive workplace relationships.
- Increased organizational effectiveness with data-driven HR strategies based on thorough analytics reports.
HR Assistant
Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative (SMBSC)
03.2013 - 05.2017
- Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
- Partnered with management team to coordinate on-boarding and off-boarding processes.
- Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
- Developed training materials to facilitate consistent onboarding experiences for new hires across departments.
- Maintained office supplies, distributed mail
- Responded to inquiries by answering telephone calls, in-person questions and emails.
- Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
HR Coordinator
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel
09.2002 - 05.2013
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
- Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
- Acted as a liaison between employees and management during periods of organizational change, providing guidance and support throughout the transition process.
- Managed FMLA requests and ADA accommodations, maintaining compliance with federal guidelines while supporting employee wellbeing.
- Assisted in payroll processing, ensuring accurate compensation for all employees based on hours worked and applicable deductions.
- Coordinated employee recognition programs, boosting morale and increasing overall satisfaction levels within the company.
- Organized corporate events to foster team bonding experiences that contributed to higher camaraderie among staff members.
- Conducted exit interviews to gather valuable insights into areas for improvement within the organization.
- Supported managers in addressing employee concerns, fostering positive workplace relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - HR Management
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN12.2016
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Minnesota West Community And Technical College
Granite Falls, MN05.2011
Skills
- Strong Relationship Builder
- Conflict Resolution
- Management Development
- Performance Management
- Employee Retention/Engagement
- Workforce Planning
- Employment Law
- Recruitment and Selection
- Career Development
- Training and Development
- Data Analysis Skills
- Building Morale
Timeline
Senior HR Generalist
Integer Holdings Corporation
03.2022 - Current
HR Business Partner
Insulation Distributors, Inc (IDI)
04.2020 - 03.2022
HR Coordinator
Schult Homes
09.2018 - 04.2020
HR Director
Good Samaritan Society
05.2017 - 09.2018
HR Coordinator
Daktronics
04.2015 - 05.2017
HR Assistant
Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative (SMBSC)
03.2013 - 05.2017
HR Coordinator
Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel
09.2002 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - HR Management
Metropolitan State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Minnesota West Community And Technical College
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