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Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Memphis, Tn

Memphis, Tn

Responsible for the overall planning, organization and management of the human resource fucntion of the company to promote the effective and efficient utilization of company personnel and resources. Ensures that each departemnt's compliance with company and corporate human resource policies and procedures is consistent. Plans, coordinates and administers policies, procedures and all change management initiatives as related to human resource function.

Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area

Responsible for implementation and administration of Local and National Agreements. Acted as lead contact for Corporate Labor requests, as well as handling regular day to day Labor Relations support. Provided management interpretation/representation in administering the provisions of contracts between management and union. Facilitated manpower movement for 647 hourly production employees. Coordinated Affirmative Action Plan and assisted in Equal Employment Opportunity Claims investigations

Serve on Plant Human Resource Management Committee for purposes of strategic planning and development for the plant salaried organization consisting of 279 employees. Facilitate manpower movement for 855 hourly production employees in a unionized manufacturing environment. Coordinate plant Affirmative Action Plan and assist in all Equal Employment Opportunity Claims investigations. Responsible for recruiting, orientation and developmental opportunities of student interns and co-ops.… Show more Serve on Plant Human Resource Management Committee for purposes of strategic planning and development for the plant salaried organization consisting of 279 employees. Facilitate manpower movement for 855 hourly production employees in a unionized manufacturing environment. Coordinate plant Affirmative Action Plan and assist in all Equal Employment Opportunity Claims investigations. Responsible for recruiting, orientation and developmental opportunities of student interns and co-ops. • Developed and executed manpower plan designed to minimize impact to production during 2008 special attrition program. Attrition program resulted in 351 manpower moves, 364 employees attriting out of the organization. • Served on two negotiation teams responsible for developing competitive operating agreements that resulted in two product lines being awarded to the Tonawanda Engine Plant in 2007. Acted as primary support to the Lead Negotiator during 2007 Local Negotiations. Show less

Acted as liaison between the UAW and the Tonawanda Engine Plant’s highest volume business team for purposes of administering both the National and Local Contracts in a cost effective, results oriented fashion. Worked closely with the business team manager to develop and implement proactive safety measures. Handled various employee relations issues for both salary and hourly employees.• Contributed to plant grievance payout reduction of $68,755, a 67% improvement over 2005. This was… Show more Acted as liaison between the UAW and the Tonawanda Engine Plant’s highest volume business team for purposes of administering both the National and Local Contracts in a cost effective, results oriented fashion. Worked closely with the business team manager to develop and implement proactive safety measures. Handled various employee relations issues for both salary and hourly employees.• Contributed to plant grievance payout reduction of $68,755, a 67% improvement over 2005. This was accomplished through improved grievance tracking, addressing repeat issues and coaching and counseling front line supervisors on appropriate grievance investigations and settlements.• Implemented action plan to prepare for 2006 Corporate Health and Safety Audit. Results from this audit aided the plant in being nominated for the 2006 General Motors Chairman’s Safety Honors Award. Show less

Provided all human resource generalist functions for up to 125 contractors. Responsible for coordinating recruiting, customized employee orientation, coaching and counseling, as well as minimizing turnover and terminating employee assignments.• Reduced turnover rate from 15% to 8% within three months of assuming on site supervisor position. Accomplished through implementing a new orientation process, rigorous coaching and counseling and employee recognition initiatives regarding… Show more Provided all human resource generalist functions for up to 125 contractors. Responsible for coordinating recruiting, customized employee orientation, coaching and counseling, as well as minimizing turnover and terminating employee assignments.• Reduced turnover rate from 15% to 8% within three months of assuming on site supervisor position. Accomplished through implementing a new orientation process, rigorous coaching and counseling and employee recognition initiatives regarding attendance and punctuality.• Successfully staffed and retained employees in Product Support Services’ new cellular repair and refurbish department. This achievement resulted in increased monthly sales of approximately $28,000 for Manpower.• Synthesized weekly and monthly reports to track employee retention, employee evaluations and labor costs incurred by Product Support Services. Show less

Masters, Human Resources

Bachelor, Sociology

High School Diploma, General Studies