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• Conduct human resource generalist activities in the areas of recruiting, selection, onboarding, orientation, training, employee relations, payroll.• Assist with communication and enrollment of benefits, safety, and wellness programs, working in conjunction with the corresponding functional departments.• Oversee hourly performance management system and provide guidance to Managers to address deficiencies as needed.• Utilize TCP/Workday and or other related HRIS to administer payroll, wages, status change, leave entitlement, attendance, and other related personnel transactions.• Assist in FMLA, Disability, and other leaves of absence programs.• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws.• Promote open door communication with all employees; be visible to ensure employees feel at ease to approach for questions and be available to counsel as required.• Maintain appropriate professional affiliations and participate in professional development activities that foster continuous learning and ensures business compliance with applicable state and federal employment, wage, FMLA, OSHA and other regulations and/or procedures.

• Drives Lean Daily Management System (LDMS) Cadence to achieve operational excellence and minimize labor, scrap, and material variances; reduced non-production time by 70%, and uncharged hours by 35%.• Establish and manage metrics and goals that are visible and understood.• Execute based on metrics (daily/weekly/monthly).• Daily management of escalation and problem solving, including support resources.• Utilize Capacity/Load targets, develop/execute staffing/scheduling plans, adjusting to a daily/weekly/monthly cadence.• Experienced in inventory management, safety, quality improvement, operations, scheduling, and preventative maintenance.• Communicate performance in all aspects of the business including, but not limited to Policy, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity during pre-shift meetings and team meetings.

• Supervised and oversaw projects and productivity of a cross-functional operations staff of 210 employees; analyzed, interpreted, and validated all systems, policies, and processes• Performed project management functions from start up through completion; established and monitored priorities, timelines, methodology, requirements, team task assignments, and performance indicators• Implemented Professional Development program that identified employee strengths and weakness; conducted 1-on-1 counseling sessions to enhance individual performance • Evaluated organizational challenges through process gap analysis; crafted strategic talent management solutions and increased productivity of the staff by more than 35%• Managed the disciplines of Human Resources, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Maintenance, Transportation and Movement; increased the readiness of the organization

• Advised senior management on operational well-being, and quality-of-life matters for over 200 employees. This included driving positive culture change and earning a 95% positive assessment rating in bi-annual climate.• Implemented and oversaw policies and procedures pertaining to staffing, recruitment, placement, retention, employee training and development, labor management, pay and benefits administration, legal actions, employee assistance programs, health and safety, Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and other HR issues.• Prepared and distributed current information about personnel programs and procedures to employees and administrators resulted in a 30% reduction in personnel complaints and issues. Additionally, automated personnel records, and organized, maintained, retrieved, and reviewed them, improving record accuracy by 25%.• Resolved complex employee relations issues in multiple diverse organizations. Collaborated with teams to ensure successful human capital reporting, communication, and analysis in support of Equal Opportunity training and operations, which led to the successful resolution of complex employee relations issues in diverse organizations.

• Evaluated testing techniques for 18 agencies geographically dispersed over nine states; conducted research or follow-up activities and conferred with management and supervisory personnel• Provided management with information on training related to performance appraisals, counseling techniques, and documentation of performance issues• Evaluated criteria to ensure 125 employees conformed to professional standards, policies; recommended revisions to ensure compliance• Oversaw all aspects of organizational operations, training, and logistical support; ensured all key personnel in functional areas were adequately trained and resourced

• Addressed critically short manpower issues within the area of Firefighting curriculum with streamlined processes; reduced training deviations by 50%• Ensured safety of instructors and students through inspections and attention to detail for over 200 training evolutions; resulted in zero incidents or safety violations• Taught over 4,000 hours as primary instructor; graduated over 800 students with an accumulative GPA of 92%

• Responsible for the accomplishment of assigned quantitative enlistment objectives; tasked with meeting daily, weekly, and monthly prospecting requirements through telephone, area canvassing, referral, and internet lead generation.• Prospected, processed, and hired over 131 qualified applicants into the US Army over a period of 36 months.• Responsible for conducting sensitive, full background investigations involving gathering and reviewing documents (criminal, and educational) to initially screen all applicants to determine eligibility for employment.• Charged with analyzing, planning, and executing lead generation activities sufficient to support the annual recruiting mission for the accomplishment of Department of Army.• Delivered formal or informal presentations to school officials, corporations, civic groups and other agencies to present career employment opportunities.• Maintained a network of influencers to include parents, educators, and community officials in 30 high schools and 2 colleges.

• Mentored individuals battling addiction • Provided a constant source of encouragement and fellowship in an effort to aid recovery • Used what I have learned in my years as a leader to help improve their relationships, careers, and day-to-day lives