Human Resources for a startup organization

Human Resources for a startup company.

Responsible for the full range of Human Resource activities of a 1900 person enterprise with operations in 32 states and Hawaii and Guam.

Directed human resource consultation and contract activities for recruiting, on boarding, employment law, Total Rewards compensation structure, employee relations, labor relations, benefits, training, development and other key Human Capital areas for small company's

Successfully created and managed various Projects related to core organizational requirements* Developed and directed performance management process that accelerated skill sets by more than 60% of industry average and decreased turnover from 22% to less than 6%* Established and ensured Safety Compliance/ IIPP Programs as well as Risk Management* Effectively implemented payroll conversions such as ADP, Ceridian and Paychex* Initiated performance management process and collaborated with managers and employees to improve staff performance strategies tied to compensation* Directed the recruiting process and coordinated with the management team to enhance recruitment sources and plans * Directed the design implemented Total Rewards compensation plans and benefits programs that were competitive in the marketplace and in compliance with the company's mission, values, and budgets* Aggressively supervised human resource information systems (HRIS) to monitor accuracy of employees' data required for the payroll interface process, benefits plan administration, as well as applicant tracking and legal reporting requirements* Successfully resolved EEO, Department of Labor (Fed & State) issues and concerns* Developed continuous evaluations and reporting process in accordance with federal and state employment laws* Implemented training initiatives that improved management effectiveness and enhanced employee job performance* Hands on experience with the paperwork for immigration documentation for H-1B/H-2B statuses employees;

Direct entire aspects of human resource activities including recruiting, on boarding, employment, compensation, employee relations, benefits, training, and development* Effectively implemented a company-wide Total Rewards, Deferred Compensation and Wellness programs* Facilitated and managed the change in Health Benefits package to serve both the employee and cost objectives* Established positive business relationships with employment agencies, universities, and other recruitment sources* Established tiered company compensations structures tied to performance, created job documentation, and job evaluation systems* Directed and processed and distributed payroll data through ADP, Paychex and Ceridian* Developed and planned training and development courses through in-house Leaning Management programs* Provide counseling; assist employees' on company policies, procedures, and documentation* Collaborate and develop resolution of specific policy related and procedural problems and inquiries* Supervise human resource databases, computer HR software systems, and manual filing systems* Propose and initiate operating policy and procedural improvements* Directed and followed through on employee investigation issues, using outside resources when necessary* Created and managed employee lifecycle* Crafted cross-functional teams and training agendas* Created and continued flow of delivery to all segments of the business with HR programs and their continuing effectiveness* Forecasted , managed budgets and analyzed ROI on compensation, benefits and recruiting

Developed employee relation's services and mentored 450 employees of the largest French style cleaners * Served as point of contact for employees and managers* Instructed managers in determining appropriate salaries for staff utilizing expertise on existing pay structures, budget modeling, and projections* Managed administration, communication, and promotion of employee Rewards Programs* Completed reports concerning staffing, turnover, cost of hire, insurance and premium* Facilitated and managed employee orientation administration along with training and development plans and programs* Assisted employees concerning interpersonal, compensation, and benefit issues and concerns* Efficiently maintained comprehensive legislation, arbitration, or labor relations decisions through associations and publications* Developed and presented operational procedures flow model for all levels of the operation

Coached and counseled 1,635 employees of the largest independent record storage company in Western United States* Directed competitive Total Rewards compensation and benefits programs, modified employee data in HRIS, and resolved Equal Employment Opportunity grievances * Supervised efforts of numerous department heads including those in employment, benefits and employee relations* Provided employees with opportunities to optimize and enhance their skills by aligning them with the most suited employment positions and offering training programs; increased overall employee job satisfaction, working conditions, and productivity while reducing turnover rate * Utilized human resource information systems (HRIS) in simultaneously expanding reporting functions to all levels and minimizing staffing levels to meet or fall short of budget requirements * Accurately recognized highly qualified and competent candidates by improving recruitment documentation methods* Led the development of business models which promoted headcount reduction while meeting all productivity objectives* Proactively recruited minority candidates from Bay Area and San Diego as well as initiated monthly meetings that facilitated employee communications and eased employee relations issues in support of community values* Accomplished full compliance with all regulations through streamlining the hiring process paperwork and records storage* Developed a standardized recruitment process, which decreased time and cost associated with filling positions* Established various deferred compensations plans (401k, Top Hat, etc...) and standard pension programs

Manufacturing, Sales & Marketing

Responsibilities included; daily operations, business negotiations, human resources, recruiting, staffing, facilities management and various other daily tasks.