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Lisle, IL, US

Lisle, IL, US

Lisle, IL, US

• Strategize alongside the management lead team to identify opportunities for HR to add value to the business operations.
• Lead reoccurring talent management reviews to proactively identify barriers to culture advancement, recognize high potential employees, rearrange the organizational structure to match the needs of the business, and.
• Examine qualitative and quantitative data, such as exit interviews and turnover reports, to discuss employee retention strategies with the management team. This effort has led to a reduction in turnover, compensation.
• Conducted a diversity, equity, and inclusion assessment for CCS Americas and reviewed the identified patterns with top level management. Through these discussions, management was empowered to adjust their leadership.
• Oversee HR Operations at the Busbar facility; mentor and coach the HR Generalist to best support the Busbar team.
• Provide guidance to leadership for critical employee-related issues; build trust and credibility through employee relations consultation and risk optimization strategy.

Lisle, IL, US

• Developed and implemented HR programs that support the overall vision and strategy of the business unit.
• Promoted Principle Based Management concepts through partnership with the PBM team, consistent communication with supervisors and employees, team building activities, and employee engagement events.
• Created and presented custom training and development workshops to enhance the role of the supervisor; topics discussed included virtue and talents matrix for performance management, Strengths Finder for team dynamics.
• Secured high levels of employee engagement by identifying and resolving issues that had a negative impact on morale.

Smithfield, Virginia, US

• Head of HR for manufacturing and distribution facility with 250+ employees including operations and corporate staff.
• Drove change initiatives and worked directly with the President to transform company culture and enhance productivity.
• Maintained positive employee relations throughout the facility by proactively identifying and resolving culture and talent gaps.
• Directed HR staff; assigned projects, evaluated job performance, and approved or recommended course of action.

Smithfield, Virginia, US

• Primary human resources contact for the Direct Store Delivery division with 750+ employees nationwide.
• Championed the integration of One Smithfield and OneHR initiatives for standardization of policy and business strategy.
• Trained supervisory personnel on HR processes to promote best practices throughout the organization.
• Directed employee engagement events including the recognition program, wellness week, and charity drives.

Smithfield, Virginia, US

• Accountable for all transactional processes surrounding HR processes
• Maintained applicant tracking systems within federal contractor guidelines for EEO and AAP compliance
• Evaluated and updated HR internal documents and standard operating procedures

Milwaukee, WI, US

• Led full-cycle recruitment of industrial, clerical and professional candidates for over 100 companies in the immediate area; actively managed 200+ hourly employees at any given time
• Managed 15+ customer accounts; ensured exceptional customer service and delivery of quality candidates
• Tracked employee status via multiple databases including Direct Office, IQN, Beeline and Fieldglass
• Initiated background checks, administered drug screens and processed employment verification
• Sourced candidates via job boards, social media and community outreach
• Conducted new hire orientation and assisted associates with the application and onboarding process

Master Of Science - Ms, Organizational Behavior Studies

Bachelor Of Arts, International Business And Spanish