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VLAD MOTA

Chicago,IL

Summary

A results-driven leader known for spearheading HR strategies that drive productivity, enhance employee relations, and create a positive workplace culture. Demonstrates proficiency in labor negotiations, talent acquisition, and organizational development, with a strong track record of reducing grievances, improving recruitment processes, and optimizing benefits administration. Dynamic and highly accomplished bilingual Human Resources Manager with over 15 years of experience in union and non-union food manufacturing environments. Recognized for expert knowledge in employment law, HRIS systems (UKG/ULTIPRO), and compliance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Authorized Service Provider (AASP)

Apple
10.2024 - Current
  • Leading all operational aspects for an authorized Apple service center, ensuring adherence to Apple's stringent repair protocols and customer service standards for a diverse range of Apple products.
  • Managing end-to-end customer interactions, from initial intake and post-service follow-ups, ensuring a seamless and positive customer experience.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased trust and business growth.

Human Resources Manager

Alpha Baking Company
04.2022 - 10.2024
  • Company Overview: A prominent Chicago bakery, renowned for producing the iconic S. Rosen's Buns, especially the poppy seed hot dog bun that is essential for the Chicago-style hot dog.
  • Led HR operations for the Polk, Lyndale, and Fullerton Chicago Bakeries, overseeing a workforce of over 1000 employees.
  • Successfully negotiated several multi-site Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) and developed collaborative relationships with union representatives, resulting in a 70% reduction in grievances.
  • Directed and mentored a multi-site HR team of five, including HR Coordinators and HR Generalists, ensuring cohesive HR support across multiple locations.
  • Worked closely with the CEO, SVP, and Senior Director on pipeline initiatives across all six bakeries, increasing HQ talent and reducing turnover, saving over $700k in agency costs by enhancing internal recruiting systems.
  • Hosted weekly multi-site meetings to support maintenance and production teams, ensuring they received the necessary HR support during busy seasons and throughout the year.
  • Spearheaded training and development initiatives, including GMP, Sexual Harassment, and Leadership programs, administered comprehensive benefits programs, and managed leave of absence policies to enhance employee well-being.
  • Collaborated with executives to plan and implement strategic HR updates, adapt to changing industry conditions, and advised senior management on talent retention and legal compliance, contributing to a stable and compliant workforce.
  • Implemented HR policies and procedures to foster a staff-focused culture and improve overall HR efficiency.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent resolution.
  • As part of the UKG HRIS implementation team, modernized Alpha's internal systems, streamlining processes and removing bottlenecks.
  • Handled all grievances and provided strategic counsel for arbitrations, working with the legal team to resolve issues when necessary.
  • Tracked changing labor laws to ensure the company remained in full compliance with applicable regulations and optimized outside services like benefits administration and niche recruitment to reduce costs and improve performance.
  • Implemented Daley College Extruder program for Maintenance Mechanic Pipeline.

Human Resources Supervisor

Alpha Baking Company
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Supervised HR operations, providing strategic direction and support to a team of HR professionals.
  • Managed full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and integration processes, significantly reducing time-to-hire and enhancing the candidate experience.
  • Led employee relations efforts, effectively resolving conflicts and fostering workplace harmony through mediation.
  • Oversaw benefits administration and employee performance reviews, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into employee harassment allegations and complaints, ensuring fair and consistent discipline, including performance improvement strategies and terminations.
  • Forecasted employment needs and developed recruitment funnels to maintain a steady stream of top-quality candidates.
  • Recommended policy and training updates to keep employees current with new strategies and requirements.
  • Collaborated with multiple labor organizations, negotiating favorable bargaining agreements that balanced company staffing and budgetary needs.
  • Attended UKG Aspire for professional development and contributed to the UKG implementation team, which was responsible for implementing an HRIS at Alpha.

Senior HR Generalist

Alpha Baking Company
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Strengthened union relations, transforming previously confrontational interactions into collaborative partnerships.
  • Successfully reduced grievances by 70% through effective union negotiations and proactive addressing of employee concerns.
  • Coordinated learning and development initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
  • Applied knowledge of internal standards, employment regulations and industry practices to validate employee paperwork.
  • Assisted with improving and realigning HR training programs based on feedback, observations and current industry trends.
  • Researched compensation plans and benefits administration approaches to help senior human resources leaders establish and align structures with market and industry trends.

Talent Acquisition Manager

World Class Talent
02.2019 - 03.2022
  • Company Overview: World Class Talent was an executive search firm and startup that unfortunately closed shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Developed and executed innovative talent acquisition strategies, reducing recruiting expenditures by over 50%.
  • By enhancing social media presence, increased internal and external referrals by 35%.
  • As a brand ambassador, promoted company culture and benefits to attract top talent.
  • Evaluated recruitment processes to drive efficiencies from application to hire and partnered with hiring managers to identify current and upcoming needs, develop or refine job descriptions, and identify targeted sources.
  • Led, mentored, and developed talent acquisition professionals to achieve recruitment goals.

Senior HR Generalist

Tempel Steel Company
03.2015 - 01.2019
  • Responsible for 500 people at the Chicago location, with 350 hourly and 150 salaried employees.
  • Initially hired as an HR Generalist, later promoted to Senior HR Generalist/Interim HR Manager.
  • Directed HR functions for a department of five team members and two interns, supporting the entire workforce.
  • Successfully eliminated third-party recruiting fees, saving the company over $200,000 annually.
  • Created and implemented the first employee recognition program, which was later adopted globally by the company's other divisions.
  • Applied knowledge of internal standards, employment regulations, and industry practices to validate employee paperwork and researched compensation plans and benefits administration approaches to help senior HR leaders align structures with market trends.
  • Utilized HR expertise to meet the needs of personnel across different departments, assisting with terminations and resignations, including handling separation and severance agreements.
  • Created engaging employee-focused events to boost morale and maximize retention.
  • Spearheaded diversity and inclusion initiatives to increase underrepresented hires and establish an inclusive workplace culture.
  • Promoted to Senior HR Generalist/Interim HR Manager after the resignation of the HR Manager, traveled to Tempel locations in Monterrey, Mexico and Chennai, India and attended the Ultipro and SHRM conferences for professional development.

HR Talent Manager

Elite Staffing
08.2014 - 03.2015
  • HR Department of one.
  • Managed full-cycle recruitment for key accounts, maintaining high service standards.
  • Improved operational efficiency through dedication and strategic HR practices.
  • Conducted new employee orientations and handled personnel on-boarding.
  • Recruited by Tempel for HR Generalist role after only 6 months at Elite Staffing.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS

SHRM-CP Certified -

Society of Human Resources Management
12.2018

Associate of Arts - undefined

Harold Washington College
05.2017

Skills

  • Organizational Development
  • Labor Negotiations
  • Personnel Recruitment
  • Workforce Improvements
  • HRIS Proficiency (UKG)
  • Staff Management
  • Recruitment
  • Labor Relations
  • Dispute Mediation
  • Leadership Development
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Compliance and Legal Avoidance
  • Succession Planning
  • Benefits Management
  • Collective Bargaining
  • Bilingual-English/Spanish
  • Benefits Administration
  • Employee Handbook Development
  • Employee Relations
  • Talent Management

Timeline

Authorized Service Provider (AASP)

Apple
10.2024 - Current

Human Resources Supervisor

Alpha Baking Company
10.2022 - 01.2024

Human Resources Manager

Alpha Baking Company
04.2022 - 10.2024

Senior HR Generalist

Alpha Baking Company
04.2022 - 10.2022

Talent Acquisition Manager

World Class Talent
02.2019 - 03.2022

Senior HR Generalist

Tempel Steel Company
03.2015 - 01.2019

HR Talent Manager

Elite Staffing
08.2014 - 03.2015

Associate of Arts - undefined

Harold Washington College

Bachelor of Science -

Pittsburg State University

SHRM-CP Certified -

Society of Human Resources Management

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