Independently executed full-cycle recruitment for all areas of Operations in a Manufacturing environment such as sourcing, headhunting, cold outreach, recruiter phone screening, scheduling interviews, conducting follow up conversations, collaborating with Hiring Manager and Human Resources Business Partner, and presenting offer to candidate.High volume, fast paced recruitment.Worked closely with Human Resources in all aspects of onboarding.Maintained internal and external job posting program. Served as the primary contact and liaison with educational institutions, employment agencies, placement firms, and other sources of applicants. Participated in and contributed to Talent Acquisition related projects

Management of and collaboration with 200+ associates including HR recruiter, generalist, QA monitor and education/ training coordinatorProvided expertise and leadership in recruitment, compensation, employee relations, leadership development /coaching, employee engagement practices, training, and organizational changeDirected recruitment needs, including internal and external talent acquisition, management of online job application system, job description preparation, phone screenings, candidate sourcing, background checks, performing interviews, processing I-9 verifications, and extending job offersProvided guidance and support to all management with progressive disciplinary actions, conflict resolution and employee relationsThoroughly investigated disputes, grievances, EEOC claims and hotline calls then provided recommendations and corrective actionsOversaw administration of employee benefit program including paid time off, health benefits, retirement, disability, employee assistant program, tuition reimbursements and FMLAManaged bi-weekly payroll, ensured accuracy and submitted final approvalsPrepared and facilitated monthly new hire orientation programConducted and oversaw shared service center training in harassment, conflict management, workplace environmental issues, adaption to changes in policies, procedures and technologiesImplemented and managed remote / work from home employee programPlanned and prepared employee events including employee recognition, annual employee appreciation picnic, employee of quarter / year Managed, processed and follow up on workers compensation and unemployment claimsProcessed incentives, referral bonuses and annual reviews for merit increasesInput data and implemented changes to employee portal Ultipro / HRIS systemConducted exit interviews

Managed team of 8 while working in partnership with leadership to achieve mission and goalProvided essential support service for management in all areas involving employee relationsCoordinated employee compensation and benefits, staff education, employee retention, labor relations, and HR strategiesManaged recruitment process including complete maintenance of job application tracking system, creation of job postings, sourcing candidates, scheduling and conducting interviews, background and reference checks, extending job offers and new hire onboardingActed as liaison between personnel and management, investigated causes of disputes and grievances, promoted good associate relations and preventative labor relations

Managed daily operations of recruitment and retention for union and non-union staffMaintenance of online application system (Taleo), participation in job fairs, sourcing of applicants, job offer extension, new hire paperwork processingCompleted criminal background/sanction checks, child abuse screens and fingerprint clearancesProvided support to union president and representative during contract negotiationsMaintenance of employee files, verification of professional licenses, new employee orientation, employee badge system management and payroll administration via Kronos timekeeperManaged employee evaluation process for hospital, regional service center, physician servicesAssisted in employee relations while maintaining confidentiality in sensitive matters

Administrative assistant to Vice President of Human ResourcesPerformed clerical duties and provided comprehensive support to the departmentCompleted thorough employment verification Submitted worker’s compensation claims

Located, logged and monitored medical records as requested by authorized individuals Data entry and organization of records, triaged incoming calls and in person requestsProvided efficient and quality customer service

Performed quality hair care services including cuts, color and stylingProvided superb customer service, client education, appointment scheduling, processing of payments, daily book keeping, and retail sales of hair care productsUpheld standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law along with salon’s policies