Accomplished Human Resources Manager with extensive construction, manufacturing and warehousing experience that includes broad industry exposure, start-up operations and improvement of established operations. Motivates employees to meet the goals and mission of the organization through communication, training and employee involvement. Superior interpersonal skills, easily interacts with regulatory agencies, auditors, vendors and professionals at all levels of the organization. Core competencies include:• Recruited and hired on average 75 new employees a year for all position from executives to general laborers• Completed onboarding for all new hires• Implement home grown HRIS system• Managed all clearance badges and DMV reports for company reviewing backgrounds • Wrote employee handbook and updated annually• Successfully defended EEOC claims• Successfully completed VDOT EEOC audits on contracts and title Vll certifications • Opened and staffed 3 new offices• Completed annual HR training on current regulation to maintain certifications• Counseled and disciplined all employees in the state of VA• Conducted HR training for all employees • Completed open enrollment insurance meeting • Introduced Benefits vision insurance, short term and long term disability insurance and 401K

Reported directly to the President and General Manager. Responsible for all Human Resources, Benefits and Safety related issues for up to 75 employees working 3 shifts. Managed recruitment strategy and utilized appropriate sourcing methods including advertising, postings, networking and online data mining. Completed quarterly applicant flow log to ensure compliance with company, state and federal regulations. Handled all labor relations / safety questions and issues, conducting investigations, consulting, discipline, terminations and exit interviews. • Worked closely with local, state and federal agencies to ensure funding of $60k+/year for training and recruiting employees• Recruited 125+ positions in under three years for all positions from Director Level to Composite Technicians • Developed a full training program including online, off site and onsite classes for manufacturing, computer software and safety training• Developed Human Resources and Safety policies and procedures and Company Handbook• Ensured compliance with FMLA/Workers’ Compensation/Employment regulations • Wrote and developed SOP’s for human resources, safety and hiring procedures. Received SHARP certification from Virginia DOL OSHA recognizing an outstanding safety program• Assisted employees with relocation including temporary housing, moving of household goods, relocation expense reimbursement, etc.• Conducted and completed all new employees orientation, training and paperwork• Created job progression program and training for advancement from Technician levels 1 to 2,3 and Lead• Assisted with developing programs for ISO-9001:2008 and AS-9100 quality management certification

• Recruited for all types of positions including Engineers, Production Planners, Supervisors, Superintendents, Machinist, Electricians, etc.• Partnered with many organizations like ASME, SAE, SME, SHRM, and IEEE to find quality candidates• Worked closely with major Universities and Colleges to help students and alumni with all aspects of the job search• Responsible for sourcing, screening and interviewing all candidates and evaluating employment factors to ensure the right candidate for specific job openings• Collaborated closely with hiring managers to ensure the right background, education, experience, etc to pinpoint the correct candidate• Developed and operated a full desk including building up an inventory of candidates and network of contacts, developed new clients, job orders, etc.• Conducted negotiations with candidates and hiring managers to reach acceptable agreements including salary, benefits, etc.• Assisted in arranging travel and relocation for select candidates

Managed all Human Resources / Labor Relation / Safety functions for 225 employees. Managed a staff of 5 employees responsible for, accounts payable, payroll, etc.. Administered E-time and ADP Payroll. Handled all Labor Relations including counseling, disciplinary actions and terminations for a very diverse employee population• Recruited Plant, Production, Administrative and Management employees. Developed Onboarding Program. • Worked closely with employees and management to reduce turnover 66% and on the job injuries 80+%. • Maintained and introduced benefits: Health insurance, Life, Dental, STD and LTD, Legal Resources, 401K• Developed and Administered the Workers’ Compensation Program• Developed performance management program for technicians and management employees• Developed pre-employment aptitude test to ensure correct placement of applicants• Assisted in ISO-9000 and 14000 certifications and member of the Corrective Action Committee• Maintained EEO-1 report and data along with EEO complaint process and investigations• Maintained FMLA, OSHA, EEOC, HIPPA & COBRA records staying in compliance with state & federal regulations

Responsible for Workers Compensation Claims for a manufacturing plant with 2500 union employees. Worked closely with the UAW and Labor to resolve concerns around employee work related injuries. Investigated injuries to determine acceptance / denial by Workers’ Compensation. Worked closely with Labor and Production assuring a successful Return to Work program. Reduced Workers’ Compensation injuries 30% by reestablishing trust between the Workers’ Compensation office, Employees and the UAW.

Reported to President. Responsible for Human Resources / Safety / Benefits for 150 employees in 8 locations. Traveled to each store location for employee relations, training, open enrollment and safety meetings.• Approved payroll with $2.3 million annual budget• Implemented pre-employment physicals. Instituted new employee policies and incentive plans • Reduced overtime by 65% with proper staffing

Reported to Director, Human Resources. Managed up to 8 employees including 5 payroll clerks. Traveled to 65 store locations to handle employee relations, payroll, safety and payroll questions for 7,800 associates. Administered employee benefits including 401(k), healthcare insurance, employment law, and labor and employee relations. • Handled grievances and arbitration hearings and answered EEOC claims. Conducted drug testing program.• Handled all general liability, worker compensation, and vehicle insurance claims for 3 separate corporations• Developed an effective safety and incentive program reducing compensation claims by 70%

• Supervised plant and fleet safety, which included the safety of 1200-plant employees and 70 fleet drivers.• Responsible for workers’ compensation at three locations and vehicle insurance claims.• Dealt directly with OSHA. NFPA, and DOT regulations.• In charge of regular training programs for employees.