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Traci Smith

Traci Smith

Nixa,MO

Summary

Enthusiastic HR professional aiming to bring a passion for people and proven HR skills in compliance, engagement, and talent to create a supportive workplace.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Director

G5 Enterprises
Nixa, MO
07.2022 - 05.2025
  • Established HR infrastructure from the ground up for a new division, instituting policies, systems, and compliance protocols.
  • Drove strategic workforce planning initiatives, aligning talent acquisition with business growth targets and reducing time-to-fill by 28%.
  • Oversaw M&A HR integration during G5's acquisition, facilitating the harmonization of benefits and managing payroll data mapping and export/import.
  • Pioneered organizational development programs that enhanced employee engagement scores by 22% and decreased voluntary turnover by 18%.
  • Instituted a new performance management system, yielding a 35% improvement in goal alignment and feedback cycles across departments.
  • Ensured comprehensive compliance with federal and state labor laws, mitigating audit risk and enhancing reporting accuracy.
  • Galvanized safety leadership initiatives, resulting in a 95% reduction in workplace incidents over two years through a safety incentive plan.

Human Resources Manager

Bluum
Irving, Texas
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Directed HR operations for a workforce exceeding 225 employees, managing recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and compliance during start-up phase.
  • Formulated all necessary documentation and established comprehensive policies and procedures.
  • Oversaw workplace compliance laws and collaborated with QA to manage ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, and NAID certifications and training.
  • Implemented employee engagement initiatives that enhanced retention by 15% year over year.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to elevate hiring hourly rates as part of talent acquisition strategies.
  • Led change management efforts during organizational restructuring, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal disruption.
  • Initiated several employee participation events, enhancing workplace culture.
  • Contributed to the global HR team tasked with strategically planning and implementing payroll data integration from three different ADP platforms to UKG Pro.
  • Successfully executed the Team Dallas project, which spanned 13 months and encompassed ATS, recruiting, onboarding, payroll, and end-of-employment exit surveys.
  • Partnered with leadership to design and institute a performance management framework, boosting goal completion rates by 20%.

Senior HR Generalist/HR Manager

Lone Star Tank Rental
Waxahachie, TX
04.2014 - 07.2017
  • Administered full-cycle recruitment for over 100 positions annually, reducing time-to-hire by 25%.
  • Crafted and delivered training programs focusing on compliance, safety, and leadership development.
  • Collaborated with department heads to identify skill gaps and execute targeted development plans, leading to a 12% improvement in internal promotion rates.
  • Supported M&A due diligence and integration processes, aligning policies and benefits across entities.

HR Generalist /Early Career Roles

Sabre Galvanizing and AGS Direct
01.2005 - 04.2014
  • Provided comprehensive HR administrative support, including payroll processing, benefits enrollment, and employee records management.
  • Facilitated new hire orientation and conducted annual training and supervisor training courses.
  • Assisted in the implementation of a new HRIS system, achieving a 30% improvement in data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
  • Coordinated safety training programs, resulting in a 20% reduction in incidents.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Homeschooled
01.1989

Skills

  • HR Startups & Department Buildouts
  • Strategic Leadership & Workforce Planning
  • Organizational Development & Culture Transformation
  • Employee Engagement & Retention Strategies
  • Change Management & Organizational Agility
  • Compliance & Labor Law Expertise
  • Benefits & Payroll Administration
  • Performance Management Systems
  • Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding
  • M&A Integration & HR Implementation
  • Safety Leadership & Risk Mitigation

Languages

English
Italian
Spanish

Personal Information

Title: HR Manager & Business Partner

Timeline

Human Resources Director

G5 Enterprises
07.2022 - 05.2025

Human Resources Manager

Bluum
01.2020 - 06.2022

Senior HR Generalist/HR Manager

Lone Star Tank Rental
04.2014 - 07.2017

HR Generalist /Early Career Roles

Sabre Galvanizing and AGS Direct
01.2005 - 04.2014

High School Diploma - undefined

Homeschooled