Veronica M. Sirri
Summary
Human Resources Director with 10 years of progressive HR experience and advanced knowledge of employment law, leave and benefits administration, compensation, recruitment and employee relations. Engages with HR service providers and suppliers on HR systems, payroll, insurance and training and development to promote high performing organization with efficient operating systems, and a professional and skilled staff. Maintains strong stakeholder focus and service-oriented attitude with excellent organization and interpersonal skills to excel in a multi-cultural environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Director, HR Ops. West
Gold Star Foods, Inc.
09.2022 - Current
- Evaluated and updated the onboarding process for new hires, resulting in improved employee engagement and faster integration into company culture.
- Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Coordinated and engaged with leadership in planning and organizing calendars, events and activities.
- Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct.
- Managed other HR staff and oversaw completion of tasks and initiatives.
- Educated employees on company policy and kept employee handbook current.
- Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
- Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
- Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall efficiency.
- Met with employees annually for progress reviews and performance assessments.
- Evaluated human resources structure and plan for continual improvement and offered individuals professional and personal growth opportunities.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide a plan of action to fill the vacancies with appropriate talent.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
Human Resources Manager
Gold Star Foods, Inc.
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Managed complex benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Reduced time-to-hire metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods.
- Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
- Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
Human Resources Generalist
Gold Star Foods, Inc.
09.2016 - 04.2021
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decision-making.
- Collaborated with payroll to complete and upload pay data and worked with managers to support proper wage and hour compliance.
- Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
- Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased operational efficiency through the development of standard operating procedures.
- Administered benefits programs effectively, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims for employees.
- Processed unemployment claims and acted as company representative at unemployment hearings.
- Conducted career fairs, screened resumes and interviewed applicants to build candidate pipelines and enhance company culture.
- Explained and administered medical insurance, disability and flexible spending accounts.
- Liaised with HR and payroll to coordinate and manage employee leaves of absence.
- Actively participated in recruitment drives and job fairs representing company's values and vision while attracting qualified candidates.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns or questions to promote open communication and maintain trust.
- Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
- Conducted confidential investigations of discrimination, harassment and workplace violence.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, 401k retirement plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
Human Resources Coordinator
Gold Star Foods, Inc.
05.2014 - 09.2016
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Completed employee employment verifications and unemployment paperwork prior to hire or termination.
- Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinated onboarding processes, providing new hires with a smooth transition into the company culture.
- Maintained accurate records of employee information using up-to-date human resource databases.
- Compiled and monitored data for employee records and personnel documents to support accurate recordkeeping.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management, HR
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Info Systems
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05.2012
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- HR analytics
- Employee Relations
- Organizational Development
- Training leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Legal Compliance
- Training and mentoring
- Policy Development
- Decision-Making
Affiliations
- SHRM
- WIEEAC
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Regional Director, HR Ops. West
Gold Star Foods, Inc.
09.2022 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Gold Star Foods, Inc.
04.2021 - 09.2022
Human Resources Generalist
Gold Star Foods, Inc.
09.2016 - 04.2021
Human Resources Coordinator
Gold Star Foods, Inc.
05.2014 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management, HR
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Info Systems
Chaffey College
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