Director of Human Resources

Profile

Highly talented, people-oriented, and accomplished executive with more than 21 years of experience in all facets of human resources programs, services, and functions.

Highly effective leader with well-honed motivation, recruiting, and mentoring capabilities; effectively empowering them toward the achievement of company goals. Equipped with comprehensive knowledge of human resources policies and procedures, federal and state employment laws, alternative dispute resolution techniques, and program and project management principles. Skilled at aligning human resources strategies with business goals to successfully boost superior performance. Effective at a cross-cultural environment; capable of grasping diverse views as well as understanding national and cultural interpretations and differences. Articulate communicator and team player with bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.

Areas of Expertise

Workforce Reengineering

Communication and Collaboration

Talent Acquisition and Retention

Process and Productivity Improvement

Project Management and Operations

Performance Management and Evaluation

Regulatory Compliance and Standards

Policy and Program Development and Implementation

Professional Experience

ALIANZA SECURITY SOLUTIONS § Elmhurst, IL

Director of Human Resources 2014–Present

Assume full accountability for domestic and international operations throughout Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, and Panama. Function as part of the Executive Committee, while also serving as the only HR professional throughout the startup company. Capitalize on industry expertise in conducting extensive recruitment to define job profiles for management, technical, and contractor needs. Lead efforts in developing and implementing company benefit programs in line with policies and procedures as well as with established contacts requirements. Maintain regular communication with the organization and establish collaborative relationships with all levels of individuals.

Served as the driving force in the company’s overall operational efficiency and productivity by drafting the employee handbook and human resources safety polices in compliance with state and federal laws.

Displayed strong management expertise in the successful development and implementation of the following key initiatives:

oLegal Employment Practices

oEmployee Satisfaction Improvement

oConstruct Fair and Equitable Compensation Strategies

oReliable Evaluative Systems

oEffective Training and Development Programs

POWER SOLUTIONS INTERNATIONAL § Wood Dale, IL

Human Resources Manager 2007–2014

Exemplified strong leadership skills in directing and coordinating all aspects of human resources for the $500M company; which involved employee and labor relations, legal compliance, compensation, talent, staffing, and performance management to more than 500 employees across four locations. Provided oversight to the daily operations of the Human Resources Department and Safety Committee for office and plant employees. Facilitated the training for three HR professionals, as well as mentoring and providing developmental opportunities. Conceptualized and developed employee engagement programs to improve employee morale and enhance performance.

Expertly handled the investigations for various employee relations issues with requisite solutions which lessened litigation by 80%; thus, promoting safe working practices and procedures.

Effectively guided the company in streamlining four facilities to three entirely new locations that boosted workforce by 50% in coordination with the Organizational Development Project Team.

Enhanced the caliber of candidates by devising new hiring testing and interviewing criteria.

Made substantial contribution in developing manufacturing bench strength through formulation and application of strategy and programs.

COMPACT INDUSTRIES § Saint Charles, IL

Director of Human Resources 2000–2007

Provided direction and support to Human Resources, Safety, and Security departments while overseeing office and plant employees. Coordinated with plant management on all issues related to plant operations while providing comprehensive response to their queries on policies, procedures, and programs. Supervised the Safety Committee as well as all the aspects of the Safety Department; while taking charge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) forms and logs. Directed and advised managers on performance management issues while rendering support to employees in resolving problems. Played an active role in managing employee intervention, benefits, and recruiting; including policies and procedures implementation, and employment manuals update. Spearheaded all facets of management training, promotions, performance evaluation, sexual harassment, and other areas as required. Dealt with contract the negotiations with temporary agencies and medical insurance providers.

Demonstrated unsurpassed management skills in administrating all company benefits which included 401k, health, dental, and workers compensation insurance.

Rendered consultative services two onsite temporary agencies with 50 up to 350 employees by addressing and providing daily labor needs.

Drove efforts in decreasing yearly training cost by $30K by securing federal and state grants, thereby optimizing productivity within all disciplines.

Earlier Career

OTTO & SONS § West Chicago, IL

Human Resources Manager Safety Manager, Division of OSI Industries 1993–2000

Education

Master of Business Administration, 2000

Aurora University, Aurora, IL

Bachelor of Arts in Marketing, 1993

Aurora University, Aurora, IL

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