Focused Human Resources Director skilled in employee hiring, development and motivation. Offers employees comprehensive support and career development guidance for globally. Articulate communicator accomplished in benefits administration and grievance handling. Comprehensive knowledge of Federal, State, and Local employment laws and hiring policies to ensure compliance in labor, HR practices and procedures. Global human resources management for satellite offices in four countries
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources and Compliance
Galaxy 1/Digital Skies LLC
01.2020 - Current
Perform periodic audits to ensure compliance obligations are met in each phase of the hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding for four global offices.
Generated and maintained repository of onboarding policies, procedures, and workflow documentation in SharePoint. Shared on company intranet.
Responsible for developing and executing strategies, policies, guidelines and procedures for employee relations and managing client SOC's 1 & 2 compliance activities
Manage payroll, contractor payments and federal and state tax obligations in 4 states
Administers Simple IRA, COBRA, Workers Compensation including federal and state tax obligations for employees
Responsible for negotiating contracts with benefit providers
Point of contact for all SOC's compliance requirements required by the company's key clients in the telecommunications industry
Perform periodic audits to ensure compliance obligations are met for SOC's. Coordinate action plans with internal teams to implement the recommendations, remediation and action plans resulting from audits
Formed and currently manage reward and recognition program
Global employee relations for United States, Europe and Asia locations
Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.
Human Resources Manager
Anton Paar QuantaTec Inc.
02.2017 - 01.2020
Oversee the human resource function for this manufacturer of instruments for R&D and applied sciences
Accountabilities include recruiting, screening/interviewing candidates, new hire documentation and onboarding, benefits administration, 401K administration, training, safety programs, policies/procedures, wage/salary administration, payroll, and employee relations
Developed partnerships with local universities and their career placement centers and created internship programs for manufacturing to attract top new talent in the field
Serve as the Administrator of ADP Workforce Now, 401K, COBRA, Workers Compensation and SAP HR Module
Responsible for negotiating contracts with benefit providers
Create human resources documentation and develop SOPs for the department
Ensure compliance with all ISO9001 standards throughout the organization
Execute yearly benefit enrollment sessions by communicating, organizing and educating employees on benefit selection
Manage employee relations issues including disciplinary actions and performance improvement plans
Launched Cornerstone on Demand Learning Suite to develop training curriculum plans, develop multimedia learning and design company-specific training for New Hires and existing employees
Distribute leadership communications, convey open enrollment as well as general training via webinar and Cisco Jabber functionality
Human Resources Coordinator
Meggitt Customer Services & Support
01.2016 - 02.2017
Supported the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department for a division with 200 employees
Accountabilities included recruiting, screening/interviewing candidates, new hire orientation/onboarding, maintaining employee files/records, safety programs, background checks, benefits, policies/procedures, wage/salary administration, training programs, and employee relations
Assisted in pre-boarding of new hires to meet FAA requirements, background checks and drug screening
Maintained Safety Sensitive Drug Testing Program to ensure compliance with DOT and FAA regulations
Collaborated with outlying Human Resource teams to carry out pre-boarding and onboarding activities of new hires within the US
Compiled and maintained personnel files and HRIS System entries relating to personnel activities such as, recruitment, training, performance evaluations and grievances
Created a three-day onboarding new hire process implemented company-wide
Designed, developed and delivered multiple webinar training programs for the onboarding of new hires in outlying locations
Human Resource Generalist/Training Specialist
Point Blank Enterprises, Inc.
08.2010 - 01.2016
Responsible for all aspects of the human resource and training functions for this manufacturer of body armor solutions
Accountabilities included recruiting, screening/interviewing candidates, new hire documentation and onboarding, background checks, orientations, explaining benefits, policies/procedures, wage/salary administration, payroll, and employee relations
Promoted employee retention through targeted management training along with reward and recognition programs for personnel
Maintained Oracle Applicant Tracking System to satisfy OFCCP Compliance requirements for military contractors
Stayed abreast on current employment laws in order to ensure compliance with Federal and State labor laws
Coached managers on employee performance issues including verbal, written or final written warnings
Acted as an advisor to employees and managers regarding employee relations issues
Maintained excellent communications and positive relationships with employees to promote employee satisfaction
Performed analysis to update/confirm job requirements/objectives
Developed/updated job descriptions and job specifications
Prepared and posted jobs to appropriate job boards, community centers, colleges etc
Maintained applicant tracking system
Sourced and attracted candidates by effectively using databases, social media, and employee referral program
Screened candidate resumes and job applications
Conducted preliminary interviews and set up additional interviews with key staff
Coordinated benefit enrollments with broker and oversaw COBRA, terminations, employment status changes, beneficiaries, accident and death claims
Set up and delivered Benefit Enrollment Education sessions for 800+ corporate employees
Initiated 401K enrollments, rollovers, distribution loan hardships and compliance testing
Administered employee benefits including group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, workers compensation, life insurance, FMLA and 401K plan
Maintained group benefits databases
Provided employee assistance in understanding company benefit package and concerns related to costs, payroll deductions, etc
Prepared end-of-year reports required for Affordable Care Act (1095-C)
Corporate Trainer
Meritain Health
07.2007 - 06.2009
Managed and delivered all Human Resource and technical applications training for 3rd party health plan administrator with 1500 employees across the US
Created presentations, related materials and managed training resources to support developmental needs
Analyzed current training versus requirements and developed roadmaps to close gaps
Supported all roles within the HR arena
Delivered virtual training via webinars, online learning and conference calls to reduce costs and support corporate-wide education
Launched online learning program through Learn.com to efficiently support all Meritain Health training needs for all locations
Managed Job Analysis Project creating 100 job descriptions to support Career Development Program
Trained 1350 employees in Diversity Awareness across the organization
Training and Development Manager
MSX International (Ford Motor Company)
10.2000 - 08.2006
Oversaw implementation of state, Federal and Ford Motor Company mandated training for automobile stamping plant with 1500 employees
Secured funding, identified training providers, and conducted needs analysis to ascertain areas of training concentration
Maintained training records in Pathlore Learning Management System database
Negotiated with local facility to receive benefits from Ford Community Services Involvement Program for major training initiative
Ran monthly Training Steering Committee meetings
Presented evaluations and resulting effects on costs/profits to management
Secured $285k in funding to support training program implementation including Rapid Response/Layoff Aversion Grant through New York State to support wages of employees in training and Hazardous Abatement Board (HAB) grant for safety training
Coordinated, acquired funding and attained resources in the development of a multipurpose training center within the Ford Buffalo Stamping Plant
Benchmarked other training facilities and worked with engineering and outside contractors to complete 2-year project
Ensured compliance with UAW contract requirements and negotiated with union officials regarding non-conformance issues
Actively participated in organizational design, compensation and policy deployment
Education
MBA -
University of Phoenix
University Of Phoenix
05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Canisius College
Buffalo, NY
Skills
Human Resource Management
Recruitment/Hiring Policies/Onboarding
Compensation
Performance Appraisals
Benefits Administration
Change Management
Organizational Development
Employee Relations
Team Building
Staff Training
Curriculum Development
Employment Law
MS Office 365
Cornerstone
NetSuite - Payroll Module (in process)
HRIS-ADP Workforce Now
Event Coordination
Performance Evaluation
Succession Planning
Degree
MBA
Timeline
Director of Human Resources and Compliance
Galaxy 1/Digital Skies LLC
01.2020 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Anton Paar QuantaTec Inc.
02.2017 - 01.2020
Human Resources Coordinator
Meggitt Customer Services & Support
01.2016 - 02.2017
Human Resource Generalist/Training Specialist
Point Blank Enterprises, Inc.
08.2010 - 01.2016
Corporate Trainer
Meritain Health
07.2007 - 06.2009
Training and Development Manager
MSX International (Ford Motor Company)
10.2000 - 08.2006
MBA -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Canisius College
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