Steven Bohnlein Email & Phone Number

Louisville, Kentucky Area

(Hired in anticipation of HRM not returning due to serious medical condition. Manager returned and services were no longer needed) In this non-union environment I was responsible for coordinating recruiting efforts with the goal of reducing turnover and increasing employee retention through selective identification of candidates able to learn and adhere to procedures. Skilled and Unskilled positions Counsel supervisors on correct and appropriate issuance of disciplinary procedures Maintain all data relevant to completion of an Affirmative Action Program Attend employee team meetings announcing policy changes Maintain open communication lines with team members in order to act as a conduit between employees and senior management.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Reporting to the CFO  In this non-union automotive operation I am responsible for recruiting on a nation-wide basis Advise managers regarding disciplinary actions Develop relocation, disciplinary procedures and training programs Develop metrics for measurement indicating progress of each program Evaluate programs for consistency and redundancy assuring that all locations are consistent in their application of programs Multi-site responsibility Respond to and consult on general and escalating employee relation issues Consult on Talent Management processes

Simpsonville, Ky

Reported to Branch Manager, with indirect reports to Corporate H.R., Safety and Environmental Departments as needed. Accomplishments included: Involved in 5 successful labor agreement negotiations Reduced turnover by 70% through selection process changes Member of Branch Management team, Chair of Labor/Management Committee – improved communication on issues assisting in the formation of Continuous Improvement teams Managed grievance process advising supervisors and managers as needed Prepared, presented and wrote post arbitration briefs on behalf of Leggett and Platt. Successful in 8 of 9 arbitration cases. Conducted Supervisory training concerning employee communication and grievance processing Served on two Continuous Improvement teams that resulted in manufacturing savings of over $1,000,000.00 Monitored specific aspects of LP-9000 program (identical to ISO program) Wrote rules and policies when applicable Administration of ADA, HIPPA, FLSA, FMLA, COBRA, and EEOC (utilized corporate assistance as needed) Maintain and monitor compliance with EEO/AAP standards Safety Program responsibility: OSHA records, Accident investigations, Coordinate/Conduct Training Benefit administration for Managers, Supervisors and employee partners Deal with Workers Compensation third party administrator, coordinate action with Third party and legal counsel Developed mediation program with Union Committee and Business Representative thus saving money for both parties Supervised 2 direct and 2-3 indirect reports

Louisville, Kentucky Area

Manager – Human ResourcesReported to the Plant Manager with indirect report to the Corporate Office. Interviewed and employed partners in this non-union facility Conducted orientation procedure Counseled and issued disciplinary action as appropriate

Louisville, Kentucky Area

Reported to the VP - Manufacturing with indirect report to Corporate H.R. Trained department managers and supervisors to ensure complete understanding of rules/policies as they related to the successful and profitable operation of the plant. Eliminated inconsistent application of rules and regulations Successful in 4 of 5 arbitration cases  Evaluated rules, developed new rules and defended administration and establishment of the policies to assure profitable operation of the facility Rewrote attendance program to assure improved attendance or removal of partners who refused to attend work on a regular basis. Conducted interviews and orientation for new employees Team member of Negotiating Committee – prepared CBA for negotiation – completed without work stoppage Prepared, presented and wrote post arbitration briefs Assured compliance with all State and Federal requirements Supervised 2 direct and 4 indirect reports

Master In Labor And Employee Relations, Labor And Employee Relations, 3.4

Bachelor Of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration, 3.0