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Qualifications Profile

Respected Human Resource Manager with distinguished career leading exemplary human resource operations in support of company objectives. Instrumental in restructuring HR processes and systems to increase applicant flow, reduce employee turnover, increase staff productivity, and reduce costs.

Gifted Leader, recognized for improving overall business performance through workforce planning, candidate recruitment, change management, succession planning, labor relations, and recognition initiatives. Cultivate a network of cross-functional professionals to achieve maximum collaboration and efficiency.

Expert Safety Specialist, skilled in enforcing workplace safety through policies, inspections and corrective action. Proven success partnering with business leaders to optimize organizational effectiveness and safety enforcement in union and non-union environments.

Selected Accomplishments

Saved company $128k in annual costs by persuasively renegotiating all benefit vendor agreements

Increased 401(k) program participation from 30% to 80% while concurrently increasing assets from $1m to $8m

Achieved a 40% increase participation rate in the United Way Campaign, 2008

Negotiated contact language and benefits adjustments at 10% under the amount authorized

Maintained a 100% success rate in receiving favorable decisions for the organization in three 3^rd party claims

Received the Gold Recognition Award for most improved in safety processes and accident reduction

Secured $75k of community funding for employee training and development programs

Upgraded safety programs, resulting in $100,000 annual reduction in workers compensation claims

Reduced temporary and contingency agency spends through aggressive price negotiation, saving $150k

Organized a Benefits Hotline resulting in the timely resolution of outstanding claims

Saved $50,000 in the first year through the design of a direct certification system with insurance carrier

Organized the 1^st annual Wellness Program, identifying early stage cancer in 3 employees

Reduced benefits costs by 25% annually through meticulous recordkeeping processes

Reduced the TCIR rate in 2008 from 13.02 to 5.33

Professional Experience

General Manager of HR, Administration and EHS Himo Motors Manufacturing 2014-2016

• Promoted within a year of hire to General Manager in recognition of dynamic leadership skills.
• Steered full-scope daily HR, Administration and Safety operations supporting 599 employees.
• Successfully built and led a top-performing team of 12 HR and Safety professionals to consistently achieve and surpass operational goals.
• Strategically transformed HR functions from administrative role to business partner; included analyzing HR services along with redesigning and updating policies, procedures and operations.
• Improved company-wide understanding of employment relations, diversity issues, and recruiting and organizational development by designing and presenting management training programs targeting first-line supervisory through senior management teams; leveraged program as key cornerstone for union avoidance, employee retention and improved morale.
• Cost-effectively administered benefits including health care, dental, FSA, and 401(k) programs; included incorporating benefits program reviews substantially increasing participation and assets.

Regional HR Manager | Senior HR Generalist Wurzburg/Landsberg 2008-2014

• Consistent track record of promotions for exceptional HR performance and leadership skills, promoted from HR Generalist to Regional HR Manager in charge of Memphis, Atlanta, Nashville, and Texas sites.
• Entrusted to oversee all aspects of HR functions for 5 sites, encompassing candidate recruitment, training/development programs, succession planning, payroll processing, unemployment claim representative, disciplinary action, complaint investigation, and conflict resolution.
• Cultivated a top-performing workforce through talent acquisition/management, work force analysis, succession planning programs, and retention/recognition initiatives.

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Professional Experience, Cont.

• Spearheaded all talent acquisition and management operations, including candidate recruitment, new hire orientation and issued employee I.D.'s.
• Nominated as company representative after demerger to develop mission statement, policies and procedures in alignment with the new business structure.
• Enforced a safe and productive work environment through safety policy implementation, safety/health hazard inspections and corrective solutions.
• Effectively trained and directed 2 HR Assistants and a Payroll Clerk in administering bi-weekly payroll for non-exempt and commissioned sales representatives.
• Served as Advisor to Department Managers on company HR plans, strategies and initiatives.
• Successfully secured two collective bargaining agreements governing 90% of the department's employees.

Human Resources Director (Contract) Central Defense Security 2007-2008

• Led human resource operations for a start-up company, from setting up the HR department, developing policies, drafting the first company handbook, and designed new hire orientation procedures.
• Served as Trainer for Managers and Supervisors on sexual harassment, conflict resolution, employee retention, and team coaching.
• Facilitated productive relationships with local colleges, associations and job fairs to generate a qualified and diverse talent pool.

Human Resources Manager Family Dollar Distribution Center 2006-2007

• Drove the development and implementation of targeted learning courses designed to address company-specific training needs.
• Served as Subject Matter Expert for payroll administration, employee relations, and training programs.
• Responsible for writing job descriptions, posting job ads, reviewing resumes, screening candidates, conducting interviews, and producing offer letters.

Director of Human Resources Atrium of Memphis 2004-2005

• Contributed HR leadership and counsel to management, maintaining alliance with company s mission, practices, and policies.
• Skillfully developed comprehensive training courses on employee on-boarding, interviewing, progressive discipline, avoiding harassment, elevating manager skills, and employee engagement.
• Requested to review and approve all employee evaluations and corrective actions prior to action, ensuring timely and appropriate responses.

Director of Risk Manager & Staff Development Kirby Pines Retirement Community 2003-2004

• Oversaw full-cycle recruiting operations to maintain a pipeline of highly-qualified candidates, encompassing sourcing, screening, interviewing, negotiating compensation, and onboarding.
• Lead the implementation of Safety and Risk Management programs, including safety training, emergency and disaster preparation planning.
• Effectively managed all company practices for recruitment, insurance, policy administration, policy practice, benefits administration, training programs, and employee relations. 
• Instituted a service award program to highlight exceptional work and career tenure milestones.
• Retooled job competencies to maintain Joint Commission Accreditation, resulting in 100% compliance.

Human Resources & Safety Manager Louisiana Pacific Corp. 1999-2003

• Acted as Primary Point of Contact on all HR matters, including employee relations, leaves of absence, benefits, compensation claims, disciplinary action, performance management, and exit interviews.
• Responsible for coordinating all corporate events, recognition/communication meetings, charity events, Holiday parties, and company picnics.

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Professional Experience, Cont.

Benefits Administration / Worker s Compensation Specialist Coors Brewing Co. 1996-1999

• Skillfully administered benefits for 200+ employees, including new enrollment and staff education of short-term disability, FMLA, 401(k), and medical/dental.
• Organized the Drug and Alcohol Program, including pre-employment screening, random testing and testing for cause.    
• Tasked with completing OSHA "First Report of Injury" reports for worker's compensation insurance carrier. 

Professional Education & Training

Christian Brothers University 12/2014

Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology & Organizational Development

Professional Human Resource Designation (SPHR) University of Memphis 2003

Emergency Medical Technician I, IV Shelby State Community College 1994

Preparing for an OSHA Inspection Training, 2012

Hiring and Firing within the Law, EEO Preparation Course, 2013

Management Development Corporate Training

Coaching and Mentoring Corporate Training

Change Management Leadership Development Programs

360 Feedback Leadership Development Programs

Member National Society for Human Resource Professionals

Technically proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ADP, People soft, JDE, Lawson,

Oracle (AS400) Ultipro, and Empowertime.