A dynamic solution-orientated professional with experience in developing and implementing human resource initiatives to compliment business growth and performance objectives.Leadership: Implemented recruitment, benefit/compensation, performance review, leadership development and other innovative HR programs to achieve cost savings and productivity outcomes.Project Management: Used project management technology to meet key goals of safety, employee retention, operational issues and financial security (secured cost savings in excess of $200K).Technology: Led corporate initiative to implement new payroll/timekeeping and HRIS systems to automate employee records and produce key management reports on attendance, turnover and benefits. Corporate Initiatives: Produced a new-hire safety videotape, member of labor negotiation committee, revision of Employee Handbook.Industry Experience: Designed HR policies and procedures to support business objectives in a variety of market segments: machine tool, CNC machining, metal stamping, plastic manufacturing and service industries. Communications: Noted by colleagues as a persuasive team builder with solid employee relations skills. ACCOMPLISHMENTS:Successful in acquiring training grants from State of Michigan used to improve employee skills on: SPC, basic math, management development, Microsoft applications and lean manufacturing resulting in improved job knowledge and improved productivity.Proposed and implemented new benefit programs using "wrap" concept and self-insured prescription drug program resulting in cost savings of nearly $300K annually. Implemented new safety programs including new hire safety videotape resulting in increased safety awareness and reduction of workers compensation claims by 70% and lowered annual premiums by $90K.