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Verenice Maldonado

Summary

Dynamic HR Coordinator with a proven track record at Kraft Heinz, enhancing employee engagement and retention through effective onboarding and orientation. Skilled in data entry and reporting, with a knack for fostering a positive work environment. Achieved a significant increase in productivity by implementing staff recruiting and retention strategies.

Personable and organized professional with keen ability to manage and coordinate HR functions. Knowledge of key HR principles and proficiency in utilizing HR software and managing employee records. Capable of driving positive employee relations and streamlining HR processes to enhance workplace efficiency.

Developed skills in human resources within fast-paced corporate environment, focusing on employee relations and administrative tasks. Effective in managing HR processes and ensuring compliance with policies.

Experienced with HR coordination, including recruitment and employee onboarding. Utilizes strong communication skills to foster positive employee relations and ensure compliance with HR policies. Knowledge of effective conflict resolution strategies and maintaining confidentiality in all HR matters.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Coordinator

Kraft Heinz
07.2021 - Current
  • Assist and support all activities related to sourcing, screening, and of talent into the organization in accordance with policies, state and federal regulations

    • Use Workday to maintain recruiting dashboard and disposition candidates accordingly Conduct screening interviews for all hourly positions and schedule follow up interviews with hiring managers and/or supervisors

    • Coordinate and facilitate pre-employment process, onboarding process and new hire process

    • Maintain records of training sessions conducted and participant attendance and provide frequent updates of training completion progress

    • Process, monitor payroll information by reviewing reports and collecting, calculating, entering data and processing payroll. Provides payroll information by answering questions and requests

    • Maintain leave of absence log with current status; follow up with employees as needed to ensure timely return to work or response to work accommodations; report changes to supervisors accordingly

    • Maintain and upkeep of medical files; update the leave of absence log if needed, make payroll corrections and point deletions where appropriate

    • Assist employees with access to systems; Workday (to update personal information and direct deposit), Dayforce (to view and validate paystubs), Eyelation (to order work boots)

    • Ensure all employee files are up to date- create files for new hires, remove terminated files according to record keeping guidelines

    • Administer and maintain job bidding process: submit pay changes accordingly into Workday and Kronos to ensure correct pay

    • Maintain and update the Union with any new hire, terminations and retirements to ensure the company is charge correctly for any benefits and employees are paying correct union dues based of their pay rate

    • Maintain and record proper notes of all meetings involving HR and share with appropriate parties

    • Post internal communications; upcoming events, changes, job pMaintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
  • Managed FMLA requests and ADA accommodations, maintaining compliance with federal guidelines while supporting employee wellbeing.
  • Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
  • Assisted in payroll processing, ensuring accurate compensation for all employees based on hours worked and applicable deductions.
  • Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
  • Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
  • Enhanced company culture by organizing team-building events and professional development opportunities.
  • Supported human resources staff with new hire orientations and monthly departmental meetings.
  • Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
  • Evaluated timecards for accuracy on regular and overtime hours.
  • Handled employee inquiries and complaints regarding policy and benefits issues.
  • Completed employee employment verifications and unemployment paperwork prior to hire or termination.
  • Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.

Assambler/Line Lead

Weber
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
  • Trained and monitored line associates to perform proper assembly techniques, apply best practices and comply with safety procedures.
  • Reduced downtime for machinery by conducting regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
  • Communicated shift handover information to keep personnel aware of incomplete tasks.
  • Increased employee morale by fostering a positive work environment through effective communication and constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish smooth operations and encourage teamwork.
  • Coordinated staff, parts and process flow to minimize work in progress, eliminate shortages, and maximize productivity.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting assembly-related problems to identify discrepancies and avoid disruptions.
  • Collaborated with team members to establish clear goals and objectives, resulting in increased productivity levels.

Education

Certificate - Human Resources Management Certificate

McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
05-2026

GED -

McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
05-2023

Certificate - Mathematics Certificate

Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA
10-2018

Skills

  • HR policies and procedures
  • Onboarding and orientation
  • Data entry and reporting
  • Background checks

  • Payroll processing
  • Employee retention
  • Employee engagement
  • Recruiting

Accomplishments

  • Volunteered to provide customer service support and training to all electronic performance management users during a performance management cycle.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Collaborated with team in the development of Employee Recognition Program.

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

HR Coordinator

Kraft Heinz
07.2021 - Current

Assambler/Line Lead

Weber
01.2020 - 07.2021

Certificate - Human Resources Management Certificate

McHenry County College

GED -

McHenry County College

Certificate - Mathematics Certificate

Cabrillo College
Verenice Maldonado