CHARLOTTE A. CONE HUMAN

RESOURCES EXECUTIVE

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OVERVIEW

Human Resource Executive with proven leadership experience and track record of

results for positively impacting organizational culture, infrastructure and financial results.

Accustomed to working with privately held organizations and Private Equity backed

corporations.

EDUCATION

BS in Computer Science, Northrop University, Inglewood, CA – 1982

Human Resource Generalist Certificate, Decade & Associates – 1985

Internal Auditor Certificate ISO 9001, Bolero & Associates

Advanced Strategic Human Resources Certificate, Kelsey Jenney College - 2000

Certified Safety Professional, Kelsey Jenney College – 2002

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Performance Management Legal Compliance

Compensation Programs Emergency Preparation

Workforce Planning Regulatory Compliance

Benefit Administration Safety / Environmental

Workers’ Compensation Sr. Leadership Taskforce

Organizational Development (OD) C-Level Collaboration

Training Infrastructures HR & Workforce Strategy

Budgeting & Planning Proven Leadership / Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PCA AEROSTRUCTURES COMPANY, Huntington Beach, CA 3/13 to

current

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

Responsible for managing all HR functions for this $44 million, 5 site, manufacturer of aerospace products

for commercial and government applications. As a senior member of the management team partnered with

business unit leadership team to determine metrics, monitor measurements and achieve program success

while supporting business growth.

Function managed included Employee Relations, Employee Health & Safety, Worker’s Compensation,

Payroll, Training, Benefits, Recruitment and Environmental.

Responsible for the creation and “hands on management” of organizational change development,

company communications program, comprehensive review and recreation of compensation and

performance review program.

Integral member of the Sr. Management team in determining company strategy and organizational

messaging and direction.

CHARLOTTE A. CONE HUMAN

RESOURCES EXECUTIVE

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

ACCURATE METAL FABRICATORS, Anaheim, CA – Owned by Private Equity company (Cerberus) 8/97

to 3/13

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR: 2002 – 2013

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER: 1997 – 2002

Responsible for managing all HR functions for this $55 million, 4 site, manufacturer of metal cabinets and

enclosures for Industrial, Medical and Commercial applications. Function managed included Employee

Relations, EH&S, Worker’s Comp, Payroll, Training, Benefits, and Recruitment. Responsible for the

creation and “hands on management” of employee relation programs to support the company’s culture

and business objectives of 100% safety, quality and production standards. Assigned by CEO to

participate in weekly site reviews across four sites to review performance and for each operation.

Manufacturing operations included Injection Molding, Welding, Machining, Powder Coating and Plating.

Joined the company in 1997 when the company had one facility and 97 employees . Part of Management

Team that grew the company to $110 million by 2008, just prior to the recession that reduced

annual revenue by 35% overnight. Designed and implemented all HR programs and functions

expanding programs to support six multi-state locations.

Participated in the acquisition/integration of 2 companies in Anaheim and Las Vegas, and due diligence on

3 other company targets that were not acquired.

Transitioned $26M annual payroll from weekly to a bi-weekly and implemented a state-of-the-art hand

reader system to eliminate potential time card/badge system fraud.

Set-up and managed company employee benefits including medical, dental, life, short term, long term

disability insurance and 401k program.

Created new base pay structure with key principles and operating guidelines, replacing outdated plan

that was no longer market competitive or internally credible.

Designed recruitment functions partnering with dynamic temporary labor provider resulting in 32% labor

cost savings.

Established effective new hire policy to ensure compliance of all I-9 requirements and E-Verify system to

eliminate hiring of undocumented candidates.

Authored the current IIPP as part of the corporate safety program; trained and tested emergency

alert system to meet published evacuation goals.

Developed company business emergency plan; risk assessment and business resumption program.

Developed employee wellness program to improve employee morale and increase productivity by using

programs supporting free health screening, health expo, education series, and wellness newsletter, EAP,

smoking cessation, weight management and healthy snack centers.

Partnered with OSHA and legal support to minimize and reduce all OSHA fines over 40% in

relation to press brake machine accidents, minimizing exposure to general and fines. Reviewed

machine safety devices and developed a code of safe practices on power press machinery, resulting in the

installation of light curtain safety mechanisms to eliminate press brake digit injuries.

Managed workman’s compensation program and reduced the ex-mod from 113% to 86% in 2 years

creating safety monitors and employee awareness programs to minimize injuries. Utilized a limited

bridgework assignment increasing the early return to work program by 81%.

CHARLOTTE A. CONE HUMAN

RESOURCES EXECUTIVE

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

Designed the safety program including bi-weekly employee training, safety incentive plans,

quarterly recognition “lead the way” employee safety awareness, partnered with local non-profit

companies for return to work programs and led executive safety communication.

Provide ongoing guidance and support to all levels of management, associates and staff with

resolution of employment relations, including disciplinary problems, employee grievances, and concerns.

Contracted with the State of California to conduct an employment training panel contract to increase

employee core skill values through a program that reimburses annual training costs of $250,000.

Lead the implementation of environmental policies and practices; while ensuring compliance with

environmental regulations; audited documentation and company environmental company performance

working with JECSI.

Assisted executive management in 2003 business review of impending company purchase through I-9

verification process, resulting in a “no bid” due to I-9 concerns, preventing future immigration fines.

TREND OFFSET PRINTING, Los Alamitos, CA 1989

to 1997

OFFICE MANAGER

Provided support to executive managements including Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief

Operations Officer. Managed office staff for daily support to Sales and Customer Service team by providing

sales bid preparation, customer service logs, and daily administrative support.

Resolved employer challenges with innovative solutions, systems and process improvements proven to

increase efficiency, customer satisfaction and the bottom line.

Managed travel accommodations and calendars for executive team.

PROJECTS ET AL, LLC, Huntington Beach, CA 6/1985 to

1/1989

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

Provided interim and temporary human capital solutions to a range of client companies with an emphasis on

marketing and labor relations for this Marketing and Event Planning Company.

Designed total rewards programs for marketing divisions to include customer rebate and return programs

for auto parts industry.

Performed due diligence with the merger of Auto Supply Parts Warehouse & Auto Parts Club companies.

Created HR related programs for startup companies entering auto parts industry . Trained all levels

of management on policies and procedures for safety, workman’s compensation and OSHA.

Established new payroll process for part time marketing staff and full time sales personnel.

Exceeded established return time structure for rebate products and programs with the implementation of

best practices while maintaining 99% on time delivery.

Orchestrated and managed a fully automated supply chain management process for all marketing

materials and supplies for industry grand openings, partnering with major distribution partners.

Monitored inventory levels and expedited or rescheduled orders to maintain appropriate inventory levels

for marketing materials.

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