H. EDWARD KNISELY

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Washington, PA 15301

PHONE: 724-***-****

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CAREER SUMMARY: Results driven Human Resources professional with

extensive experience providing strategic business support;

driving change management initiatives; and leadership

in performance management processes in both union and

non union environments.

EMPLOYMENT: Area Human Resource Manager – Weatherford –

Feb. 2015 - Present Canonsburg, PA

Responsibilities and Accomplishments

Accountable for the delivery of HR solutions, as specified in the Company HR Strategy, HR Service Framework and the Annual Plan

Led HR effort in the Northeast to reduce headcount by 30% while complying with WARN legislation

Counsel with managers of various product lines regarding staffing levels, wage structures, personnel development and various HR policies

2013 – Feb. 2015 Human Resource Manager – University Relations &

MAC Engineer Training Program – Metso Minerals

Canonsburg, PA

Responsibilities and Accomplishments

Responsible for recruitment, management and administration of Engineer Training Program (both domestic and international)

Develop and continually improve technical training curriculum for program

Participated on first Job Leveling Team to properly grade all new and changed job positions for consistency

Reviewed and approved all job offers in region

Participated on International Salary Review Team to ensure accurateness of merit increases

Reviewed, revised and communicated HR Policies and Procedures to local HR Managers

Human Resource Manager. Braskem

1999-Neal, WV & Pittsburgh, PA

February 2013 Responsibilities and Accomplishments:

Provide a full range of Human Resource support and expertise to a non-union facility and a union facility (employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, recruitment, benefits, training, etc.)

Participated on negotiating team for Neal contract negotiations (2002, 2007, 2010). Responsible for driving changes and implementing negotiated items.

Conducted and led internal investigations and recommended objective resolutions

Facilitated efforts with local leadership teams in developing succession plans and individual development plans in the Talent Management process

Active member of multiple plant management teams and provided subject matter expertise, coaching, and leadership in human resources/labor relations matters

Reviewed and standardized best pay practices for 5 Braskem sites

Developed competencies and training needs for operators, craftsmen and salaried personnel in the employee development process

Served as change agent in reinforcing continuous improvement process. Developed and initiated Labor/Management Team after 9 month work stoppage

1997-Manager Human Resources. Cabletron Systems, Inc.

1999Ironton, OH 45638

Responsibilities and Accomplishments:

Revised and implemented policies and procedures at a union-free facility and also at a marketing/sales location.

Reduced employee turnover by 20% through the use of temporary agencies and employee evaluations.

Reduced workers compensation costs by 25% through the use of case management techniques with insurance carrier.

Developed short-term employee incentive system, which decreased absenteeism and increased productivity.

Improved employee feedback and salary administration through the revision of performance appraisal system.

Served as benefit coordinator and liaison for employees and plant site

Coached and mentored inexperienced plant leadership members

1987-Manager Industrial Relations and Industrial Relations

1997Representative. ACF Industries, Inc.

Huntington, WV 26505

Responsibilities and Accomplishments:

Successfully aided in the negotiations of 4 labor agreements at two locations with the United Steelworkers of America.

Reduced grievances by 20% through joint educational meetings with supervisors and local grievance committeemen.

Reduced workers compensation costs by 35% by implementing return to work program and case managing compensable cases.

Participated on Plant Steering Committees at each location to assist in the implementation of Managing Total Quality, team concepts, and self directed work groups.

EDUCATION: Master of Science Industrial Labor Relations

West Virginia University

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

West Virginia University (Cum Laude)

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