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United States

Orange County, California, United States

Provides strategic counseling and guidance to the Leadership Team on all aspects of Human Resources and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs. Responsible for the establishment, implementation, and administration of comprehensive HR and EHS initiatives across a 3 shift; 7 days p/week manufacturing and warehouse facility. Primary focus on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Performs duties at the managerial level in all of the following, but not limited to: employee relations, benefits, HRIS management, compensation, training, recruiting, employee retention and compliance with all applicable laws. Conduct thorough HR investigations when employee situations demand.Works to implement strategic HR and EHS initiatives in partnership with the Sekurit Management Team and HR programs launched by the Central Service function of North America and Saint Gobain Sekurit NAFTA. Interfaces closely with Engineering and Production to carry out EHS and Sustainability initiatives. Promotes a safe working environment, complies with proper use of PPE, incident reporting, and participates in functional department safety meetings. Creates a collaborative and inclusive business relationship, identifying pertinent synergies, merging relevant policies and practices within the site, helping to achieve business goals and objectives.

Orange County, California, United States

Provide strategic counseling to site leadership on various HR topics to support moving the business forward. Responsible for employee relations, recruitment and staffing at all levels, workforce planning, benefit administration, hourly and non-exempt pay systems, Human Resource Information Systems, communications, training and development, discipline, diversity programs and community relations. Responsible for the wage, salary, benefits and for overseeing the annual processes for exempt, non-exempt and hourly employees for merit and bonus. Focus on needs and expectations of employees while maintaining a balance with company directives and the vision of the business. Conduct thorough HR investigations when employee situations demand.Establish and lead the development, dissemination and interpretation of personnel policies and their implementation at the site, providing consultation to the management team on leadership initiatives. Provide independent insight into the impact of such initiatives on personnel.Work with the plant manager and staff to lead the development of training procedures for the site and establish and maintain associated training documentation. Work with management team to develop and deliver required training and employee growth programs for new and existing employees, including development and implementation of new employee orientation and training program. Oversee the employment process including recruitment, selection, placement, development, compensation, corrective action, discipline and termination, including the use of temporary employees. Maintain HRIS systems ensuring accurate data and any/all changes processed in a timely manner. Audit data on regular basis related to HRIS, Kronos and Training information.Provide HR reporting for site and any local, federal, state requirements. Monitor and manage risk associated with local, federal, state law.

Orange County, California, United States

Regional HR Manager responsible for providing full cycle human resources support to the Regional Operations Management team and restaurant employees at 40+ restaurant locations across southern and northern California. Building strong partnerships with the regional team and acts as an advocate for the employee/manager relationship.Monitors and manages Employee Ethics Hotline ensuring all cases are logged and resolved appropriately.Handles employee relations issues for the region (confidential investigations, resolving employee conflict, wage and hour issues, EEO, Sexual Harassment and other employee relations issues)First point of contact for General Managers and Area/Regional Directors regarding performance management, discipline and documentation, and employee development. Coaches restaurant management on communication, feedback, recognition and interactive responsibilities with subordinates. Reviews, consults and approves employment terminations.Works closely with the Regional Ops Team and the HR Team to support deployment of HR initiatives.Acts as a change agent to support integration efforts and drive cultural change from a people perspective.Collaborates with Ops Team on People Development Plans on a monthly basis to review staffing requirements for the regions as well as build development plans for existing employees to promote internal growth and brand loyalty.

Sr. HR Business Partner supporting West Coast Region with multi-site manufacturing facilities. Skilled in advising site leadership teams in change management through a multi – billion dollar acquisition. Balance policy development and best practices that align with new company values while considering legacy employees. Run weekly reports that advise senior leadership on retention, growth and employee relations issues.

Irvine, California, United States

Human Resources Manager supporting West Coast Region Roofing Division with 700+ employees and manufacturing facilities across multiple states including California, Arizona, Colorado, and Nevada. Manage full people operations lifecycle. Supervise and mentor Human Resources Generalists. Report to Senior HR Manager.Advise, train, and coach technical, Front-Line Managers with the full lifecycle of human resources management: recruiting, training, engagement and retention, attendance, and performance management.Develop, implement, and administer policies and programs in all HR areas: recruitment, compensation and benefits, training, labor relations, and performance management.

Irvine, Ca

Human Resources Generalist supporting West Coast Roofing Division. Interfaced with company employees and act as first point of contact for HR-related inquiries.Updated and implemented corporate HR policies and procedures.Implemented new hire orientation, training, and recognition programs.Promoted to HR Manager within 12 months. Recognized by leaders for outstanding leadership and ability to act under pressure specifically in support of COVID-19 Pandemic, emergency changes for contact tracing, attendance, and state/federal agencies’ compliance

San Marcos, California

Provided human resources training and general support for Stone Division, which produces the largest amount of architectural stone veneer in North America.Improved standards and efficiency of onboarding practices. Developed standard policies and procedures (SOP) which were distributed to Front-Line Managers to facilitate seamless employee onboarding.Contributed to improved engagement and morale. Acted as Event Coordinator for multiple facility locations and executives delivering activities that recognized special events such as birthdays, holidays, and team building events in the community.Designed video curriculum to improve training and compliance. Recruited to leverage art background in the development of animated video trainings that covered EHS, state/federal workplace regulations and compliance, and other topics for new hire and existing employees. Now shared across all company facilities.

Irvine, Ca

Primary support for Sales Team completing order management for top OEM customers. Communicated with 13 Sales Managers to provide prompt customer support of order fulfillment. Resolved daily inquiries, issues, or discrepancies to ensure the best customer service. Planned and coordinated international travel for Sales and Executive Team members.

Irvine

La Mirada, Ca

Delivered instruction for Level 1-3 Spanish, Physical Science Instructor, and Algebra 1. Planned lessons, led in-person classroom trainings, and corresponded with students to answer questions and provide support.

La Mirada, Ca

Administrative assistant for Biola Youth Academics, a home school program that focuses on a solid education with strong Christian values.