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Adaptable, energetic and capable Human Resources leader with years of progressively responsible experience. Effective partner with senior management to bolster operational success in both start-up and mature settings. Developer of corporate leadership development programs that target prospective mid- and senior-level management candidates. Exhibit sound interpersonal, facilitation, and team building skills. Skilled at devising corporate strategies that are highly effective in nature. Seeking a role that will allow for continued growth.

         Report to the BLG President as a member of the management circle; advise company managers on Human Resources matters of the utmost importance

         Introduced Behavioral-Based Safety (BBS) plant-wide at NAACO; drove the workforce as a whole to be certified BBS Observers

         Co-led the Tower election campaign against the United Steelworkers of America; attained 90% of votes

         Served as the Safety Director for Tower; saved the organization over $60K annually in injury claims using safety-focused training and policy administration

         Negotiated extensive agreements between the State of MS and Holmes Community College to offer complete training for Tower Automotive s workforce, a plan that spans 10 years and was state-reimbursed by Tower Automotive at $500K within the first year

         Founded a program with University of Alabama, with 30% of Carlisle s hourly staff enrolling in classes

         Controlled the Carlisle safety budget and annual claims within $75K each year; oversaw a $50K budget for attendance improvement programs, along with $75K for training and tuition reimbursement

         Increased the number of qualified Department of Military Affairs employees by 20%; drew in an increased candidate pool using more advertising as part of an improved marketing program

         Core competencies include Project Management, Regulatory Compliance, Recruitment & Retention, Leadership, Training & Development, Change Management and HR Strategy

         Other areas of skill include Finance, Strategic Planning, Portfolio Management, Advising, Management Services, Retirement Planning, Investment,
Asset Management/ Allocation and Mutual Funds

         Certified in several areas including Six Sigma Black Belt and DDI Facilitator credentials

BLG Logistics, Inc. | Director of Human Resources, 2014-Present

         Lead HR duties for a company founded in 2004 as a 100% subsidiary of the BLG Logistics Group

         Deliver proactive, accurate and consistent direction and advice to Division Managers on HR topics

         Execute HR objectives that provide an employee-driven, high-achieving culture focused on responsibility, empowerment, quality, productivity, goal attainment, recruitment

         Actively promote and lend to the continual development of a superior workforce

         Coordinate hiring, recruitment, training, compensation, promotion, termination, professional development and retirement

         Author and update personnel records/policies, related manuals and the employee handbook

         Implement services, policies and programs ran by HR personnel

Nacco Material Handling Group | Human Resources Manager, 2007-2014

         Assumed corporate responsibility for a number of vital strategic development projects; focused on division leadership, succession planning and demand flow technologies

         Managed operations for the System-Integrated Performance Management System

         Founded a Core Operating Platform for cross-functional plant responsibilities specific to HR, as well as strategic metrics and the measurement process

         Slashed the safety incidence rate from 9.7% to 1.9% over the course of 2.5 years

         Commenced the VPP process in January 2010

         Crafted plant-wide team structures in the form of Neighborhood Teams

         Introduced a Frontline Leader Bootcamp to heighten productivity and efficacy; yielded a five-point increase in effectivity and output

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Human Resources Manager, Continued

         Championed workplace organization across the plant using a team-driven structure to further enhance sustainability levels

         Created a Leadership Launch Pad Training Database for salaried professionals to nurture performance management using employee development

HENDRICKSON INTERNATIONAL | Human Resources Manager, 2005-2007

         Directed HR duties for the world's leading supplier of truck, tractor, and trailer systems and parts within the heavy-duty transportation sector; fostered participatory actions and proactive union avoidance

         Led industrial relations efforts, including implementation of rules, safety measures, attendance guidelines and disciplinary actions

         Played a key role in plant management, including founding operating objectives and implementation plans; also coordinated response to salaried associates relational matters

         Supervised recruitment of qualified hourly and salaried personnel; included delivery of training and orientation to all new hires focused on quality, safety, productivity and service delivery

         Drove functions for both the performance appraisal organizational development systems

         Controlled fringe and benefit programs for hourly and salaried staff; ensured compliance by administering corporate and divisional procedures

         Developed and upheld ISO procedures and best practices for the department as a whole; encompassed how to maintain personnel records centered on payroll and attendance

         Coordinated education regarding plant safety, Worker s Compensation and loss control measures

Colleague Growth & Development Leader, Tower Automotive, 2002-2005

Human Resources Manager/Director, Carlisle Engineered Products, 2000-2002

Human Resources Liaison, EPSCO Temporary Services, 1999-2000

Various Roles, Department of Military Affairs, 1987-1999

M.B.A., Human Resources Management, Columbia Southern University, 2012 (GPA 3.9)

B.S., Organizational Management and Development, Bluefield College

Member, Senior Human Resource Managers Society

Member, Tennessee Human Resource Society

Member, Tennessee Safety Society

Executive Member, The United Way

Recipient, Army Commendation Medals (7)

Recipient, Meritorious Service Medal

Recipient, Virginia Bronze Star