Melanie Danforth Email & Phone Number

Kohler, Wisconsin, United States

Supports assigned functions within the business and leads Operations managers and associates in the activity of linking HR to the success and strength of the organization. Provides support in all HR functions including organizational development, recruitment and selection, performance management and associate/labor relations. Provides on-going consultative advice and coaching to management related to all areas of HR.• Initiate and lead HR programs and policies to sustain retention and… Show more Supports assigned functions within the business and leads Operations managers and associates in the activity of linking HR to the success and strength of the organization. Provides support in all HR functions including organizational development, recruitment and selection, performance management and associate/labor relations. Provides on-going consultative advice and coaching to management related to all areas of HR.• Initiate and lead HR programs and policies to sustain retention and vitality in the Kohler Power Systems organization.• Responsible for building a strong relationship with the union on HR related items. This includes disciplinary action, investigations, terminations, and strategies related to the union workforce.• Champion key HR processes such as Maximizing Performance, Succession Planning and Workforce Planning.• Partner with Business Leaders and Confidential Assistant to ensure timely posting and filling of manufacturing positions.• Drive performance management initiatives for the business. Champion the consistent utilization of performance management tools such as Maximizing Performance, performance quintiles, job families and assessments to continually develop talent.• Successfully demonstrate ability to partner with the business to recruit talent. Deploys all resources necessary to attract, develop, and retain talent.• Team with Business Leaders to drive Engagement throughout the organization.• Responsible for the investigation and resolution of associate issues ranging from basic to complex issues.• Effectively navigate through various HR issues, and is sought out as a subject matter expert for HR processes, procedures and employee relations.• Collaborate with EHS to confirm tools are being utilized to ensure safety of our associates. Show less

Manitowoc Wisconsin

I currently teach both flute and piano lessons for students at Manitowoc Lutheran High School.

Kohler, Wisconsin, United States

Supports assigned functions within the business and leads Operations managers and associates in the activity of linking HR to the success and strength of the organization. Provides support in all HR functions including organizational development, recruitment and selection, performance management and associate/labor relations. Provides on-going consultative advice and coaching to management related to all areas of HR.• Initiate and lead HR programs and policies to sustain retention and… Show more Supports assigned functions within the business and leads Operations managers and associates in the activity of linking HR to the success and strength of the organization. Provides support in all HR functions including organizational development, recruitment and selection, performance management and associate/labor relations. Provides on-going consultative advice and coaching to management related to all areas of HR.• Initiate and lead HR programs and policies to sustain retention and vitality in the Kohler Power Systems organization.• Responsible for building a strong relationship with the union on HR related items. This includes disciplinary action, investigations, terminations, and strategies related to the union workforce.• Champion key HR processes such as Maximizing Performance, Succession Planning and Workforce Planning.• Partner with Business Leaders and Confidential Assistant to ensure timely posting and filling of manufacturing positions.• Drive performance management initiatives for the business. Champion the consistent utilization of performance management tools such as Maximizing Performance, performance quintiles, job families and assessments to continually develop talent.• Successfully demonstrate ability to partner with the business to recruit talent. Deploys all resources necessary to attract, develop, and retain talent.• Team with Business Leaders to drive Engagement throughout the organization.• Responsible for the investigation and resolution of associate issues ranging from basic to complex issues.• Effectively navigate through various HR issues, and is sought out as a subject matter expert for HR processes, procedures and employee relations.• Collaborate with EHS to confirm tools are being utilized to ensure safety of our associates. Show less

• Works closely with management and employees to enhance culture and engagement to positively impact employee retention• Serves as business partner to leaders, collaborating on how HR can support and address business needs • Creatively sources candidates, conducts interviews and acquires talent• Utilizes a variety of methods to source candidates and build candidate pipelines • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, metric oriented environment, analyzing HR metrics and drawing… Show more • Works closely with management and employees to enhance culture and engagement to positively impact employee retention• Serves as business partner to leaders, collaborating on how HR can support and address business needs • Creatively sources candidates, conducts interviews and acquires talent• Utilizes a variety of methods to source candidates and build candidate pipelines • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, metric oriented environment, analyzing HR metrics and drawing conclusions to enhance individual and departmental performance• On-boards new employees, conducting New Employee Orientation sessions and facilitating educational meetings, such as benefit informational meetings• Consistently seeks out and implements continuous improvements within the department and organization• Works with HR Team to develop solutions, programs and policies• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to employment and human resources• Provides support in the areas of safety and workers’ compensation Show less

Manitowoc, Wi

Recruit for all positions within Forefront Dermatology. Partner with managers to anticipate and meet the evolving needs of the company and to deliver the best talent in the organization. Nurture relationships with prospective talent and manage on-going manager relationships.• Establish and maintain relationships with hiring managers to stay abreast of current and future hiring and business needs.• Interview applicants to obtain information on work history, training, education, and… Show more Recruit for all positions within Forefront Dermatology. Partner with managers to anticipate and meet the evolving needs of the company and to deliver the best talent in the organization. Nurture relationships with prospective talent and manage on-going manager relationships.• Establish and maintain relationships with hiring managers to stay abreast of current and future hiring and business needs.• Interview applicants to obtain information on work history, training, education, and job skills.• Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act.• Perform searches for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, cold calls, media, recruiting firms, and employee referrals.• Prepare and maintain employment records.• Contact applicants to inform them of employment possibilities, consideration, and selection.• Inform potential applicants about facilities, operations, benefits, and job or career opportunities in organizations.• Screen and refer applicants to hiring personnel in the organization, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.• Arrange for interviews and provide travel arrangements as necessary.• Advise managers and employees on staffing policies and procedures.• Review and evaluate applicant qualifications or eligibility for specified licensing, according to established guidelines and designated licensing codes.• Hire applicants and authorize paperwork assigning them to positions.• Conduct reference and background checks on applicants.• Evaluate recruitment and selection criteria to ensure conformance to professional, statistical, and testing standards, recommending revision as needed.• Recruit applicants for open positions, arranging job fairs with college campus representatives. Show less

Manitowoc, Wi

• Assist in the development/implementation of recruitment techniques, including HFM scholarship programs, attending recruitment fairs, student career days, and maintaining a continued rapport with students doing clinical at HFM• Review department needs with directors, coordinate interview process, and follow through with recommendations for hire. Coordinate reference checks and verification of education and licensure/certification. Extend formal offers of employment or transfer to… Show more • Assist in the development/implementation of recruitment techniques, including HFM scholarship programs, attending recruitment fairs, student career days, and maintaining a continued rapport with students doing clinical at HFM• Review department needs with directors, coordinate interview process, and follow through with recommendations for hire. Coordinate reference checks and verification of education and licensure/certification. Extend formal offers of employment or transfer to employees, including clarification of benefits, wage, review date, orientation date, and department start date, in addition to coordinating the pre-employment physical, and processes paperwork accordingly.• Process and track scholarships, advertising, diversity recruitment, Non-Competition agreements & bonuses, sign-on agreements & bonuses, employee discipline, certification and tuition reimbursement, etc.• Assist with compensation responsibilities, including conducting salary surveys and administering the employee reward and recognition system• Participate in arranging, organizing, and presenting new employee orientation• Assist in a variety of Human Resource activities including, but not limited to, policy and procedure review, retention programs/issues/techniques, turnover reduction, scholarship program, innovation, compensation, employment, etc. Show less

Oconomowoc, Wi

• Prepare and process payroll and incentive pay for 700+ employees• Process annual reviews, wage changes, terminations; maintain employee files• Audit and pay health and welfare and pension for union employees• Assist in recruiting – review applications, schedule interviews, interview, schedule ergonomics exams and pre-employment physicals

Mequon, Wi & Grafton, Wi

• Hire new employees – schedule interviews, new hire paperwork, orientation • Track 150 employees’ timesheets & vacation, approve payroll; maintain employee files• Track attendance and discipline, including issuing employee contacts• Assist with Job Fairs – interview 800+ applicants per store; train new ESR’s