Thomasina Barefield
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Strategic Human Resources Manager and HR Business Partner with 10+ years of progressive experience supporting manufacturing, corporate, and workforce development organizations. Proven track record of partnering with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business objectives, strengthen employee engagement, and improve workforce performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager
Caterpillar Inc
Arvin, California
04.2018 - Current
- Provide strategic HR leadership for 150+ employee manufacturing facility, enhancing workforce performance and engagement.
- Act as primary HR business partner, advising managers on employee relations and performance management.
- Designed and launched facility-wide employee recognition program, significantly improving engagement levels.
- Monitored attendance records and leave requests to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Developed and implemented HR policies in alignment with company culture.
- Managed employee relations and resolved workplace conflicts effectively.
- Prepared and led new employee orientation to familiarize with company policies, procedures, culture and campus.
- Developed and implemented HR strategies to improve employee engagement and retention.
- Coordinate training programs for new employees and existing staff members.
- Collaborate with operational leaders to drive compliance across hourly and salaried populations.
Career Services Advisor
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CA
02.2017 - 04.2018
- Advised students on career choices and job search strategies.
- Facilitated workshops on resume writing and interview techniques.
- Developed relationships with local employers for job placement opportunities.
- Coordinated internships and job shadowing experiences for students.
- Provided one-on-one coaching sessions to enhance student confidence.
- Coordinated recruiting events such as career fairs, employer information sessions, mock interviews.
On-site Manager
On-Time Staffing
Bakersfield
11.2013 - 07.2016
- Managed daily onsite operations for staffing and logistics efficiency.
- Coordinated workforce scheduling to meet client demands and deadlines.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with clients to address staffing needs and resolve issues promptly.
- Maintained a safe working environment in compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints in an efficient manner.
- Managed all administrative tasks including payroll processing, invoicing.
- Implemented new policies or procedures based on changing business needs.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Bolthouse Farms Inc.
Bakersfield
02.2012 - 01.2013
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate specifications.
- Implemented innovative recruitment strategies to attract diverse talent pools.
- Negotiated employment offers with selected candidates.
- Reviewed resumes, applications, and other documents submitted by applicants.
- Coordinated interviews between hiring managers and prospective employees.
- Developed and maintained relationships with hiring managers to understand their talent needs.
- Built talent pipeline according to core company values and role requirements.
- Provided guidance to new hires throughout onboarding process.
- Maintained applicant tracking system records and updated candidate information as needed.
- Prepared offer letters for successful candidates.
- Utilized creative sourcing strategies and recruitment branding to identify, engage and attract top talent.
- Attended career fairs, networking events, and other recruiting activities to source potential leads.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Workforce planning
- Benefits administration
- Talent acquisition
- Performance management
- Strategic HR leadership
- Coaching and mentoring
- HR analytics
- HRIS software
- HR policies and procedures
- Employment law compliance
- Employee engagement
- Salary administration
- Training programs
- Recruitment strategies
- New employee orientation
- Exit interviews
- Microsoft office proficiency
Timeline
HR Manager
Caterpillar Inc
04.2018 - Current
Career Services Advisor
San Joaquin Valley College
02.2017 - 04.2018
On-site Manager
On-Time Staffing
11.2013 - 07.2016
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Bolthouse Farms Inc.
02.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix