Tammy J Lucas
Georgetown
Summary
Human Resources Advisor with a proven track record of driving employee engagement, optimizing HR operations, and fostering inclusive workplace culture. Adept at aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals, resolving complex employee relations issues, and advising leadership on talent development and compliance. Passionate about building resilient teams and delivering people-centered solutions that enhance performance and retention.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Advisor
Minova Global
10.2018 - Current
- HR Operational excellence across America’s region / business units (US and Canada). Provides functional excellence in facilitating the achievement of Minova’s Business Goals and HR Strategy through execution of expert coaching, consulting, advice, support and employee relationships.
- Acts as an employee champion
- Assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and proactively communicates needs as part of the leadership team and business management.
- Formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.
- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues.
- Consults with line as well as functional management providing strategic HR guidance when appropriate.
- Analyzes trends and metrics to develop solutions for all 6 manufacturing facilities, including Canada and services team in Mexico and South America.
- Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations for all positions.
- Maintains knowledge of US & CAN legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Partners heavily with VP of HR to complete tasks of a tactical nature which may include joint projects, etc.
- Partners with legal and finance departments as needed/required.
- Provides performance management guidance to key positions within the organization (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
- Guides managers in annual performance/compensation review process including completion of documentation, merit raise requests, goal setting and calibration sessions for the following year.
- Collaborates with leadership to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention.
- Provides HR Policy guidance and interpretation.
- Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession/talent.
- Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
- Participates in evaluation and monitoring of success of training programs.
- Leads full-cycle recruitment for roles across all locations. Develops sourcing strategies using LinkedIn, job boards, staffing partners and employee referrals to attract top talent.
- Manages staffing agencies for all locations in the US & CAN.
- Executes On-boarding, Off-boarding for all locations in the US, CAN, Mexico and South America.
- Drives Exit Interview process
- Contributor to PeopleNet (global HRIS system) Implementation Project Team, Administrator and data entry for Minova NorthAmerica, and Trainer for end users.
- Develops position descriptions for all corporate and salaried operation positions.
- Standardized HR Department policies and procedures across locations (7 locations, including Canada).
- Acts as key contact and back-up for HR Manager, US.
- Travels across the US to include CAN for routine audits and to foster good customer relations with Plant Managers and staff.
- Weekly / Monthly reporting on staffing hours, spending per location for Leadership.
- Assists with training salary team members with new HRIS system (Workday) implemented in Q2 2025.
Branch Manager, CSP
Staffmark
03.1997 - 10.2018
- Manager of operations and overall profitability of the office(s).
- Participated in the preparation of annual budget including, projected hours, sales, operating expenses, gross margin, and profit contributions.
- Supervised and directed a staff composed of Account Managers and Operations Specialists responsible for servicing employment needs of our customers in assigned geographical area.
- Developed and maintained excellent client relationships, promoted new business, investigated, and resolved day-to-day problems and issues.
- Ensured client satisfaction with Company services by monitoring current activity, adjusting plans or services as needed.
- Made regular in person visits to customers to ensure satisfaction and identify additional customer needs and opportunities to grow business.
- Investigated and resolved client/employee problems and issues and informed appropriate personnel of problems and opportunities.
- Researched and answered employee/client questions.
- Monitored and followed up on account receivables in conjunction with the Credit/Collections department.
- Monitored and followed up on delinquent client accounts. Oversaw, monitored, and maintained Unemployment and Worker’s Compensation claims/reports and followed up with the Risk Department as needed.
- Interfaced with other branches and departments within the entire organization. Shared information related to customers, employees, orders, and other issues with appropriate personnel.
- Responsible for maintaining compliance with company quality programs and processed including, but not limited to, cooperating with audits, developing staff and branch objectives as required.
Education
HS Diploma -
Scott County High
Scott Co, KYSkills
- Employee Engagement
- Builds rapport quickly
- Change Management
- Workforce Planning
- Organizational Development
- Conflict Management
- Professional & Effective Communication
- Reward & Recognition
- Project & People Management
- Networking and relationship building acumen
Affiliations
- Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)
- Bluegrass Society of Human Resource Management (BGSHRM)
- Industrial Forum, Georgetown Chamber
Timeline
Human Resources Advisor
Minova Global
10.2018 - Current
Branch Manager, CSP
Staffmark
03.1997 - 10.2018
HS Diploma -
Scott County High