Human Resources Manager
Resume:
Marianne Apodaca
Aurora, Co. 80013
**********@***.***
SUMMARY
Senior Human Resources Business Partner with over 15 years management
experience in manufacturing environments. Successful in the design and
execution of strategic and tactical human resource initiatives. Key
strengths in employee engagement, compensation, policy implementation and
compliance, talent management, union avoidance, and change management.
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
McCain Foods, non-union
Human Resources Business Partner - Grand Island, Nebraska
McCain Foods is the largest manufacturer of frozen french fries and potato
specialties. Employing 19,000 employees on six continents. Strategic
Human Resources Business Partner leading responsibilities for all
HR/Payroll.
. Created and implemented a successful Performance Management program.
. Manages a staff of 6, responsible for 400 employees on 3 shifts.
. Experience in plant turnaround for safety and quality.
. Designed and developed Community Action and Recognition Teams.
. Directs recruiting and placement activities at all levels.
. Instituted Development Plans for Talent Management.
. Develops and implements compensation programs.
. Assists with the design and implementation of annual benefit plans.
. Restructuring job descriptions and Job Safety Analysis.
. Developing six week training plans and mentoring program.
. Experience in leading and participating in continuous improvement and
5S.
. Defines and executes organizational changes based on business needs.
. Strategically worked with Managers to improve plant productivity
through line efficiencies and headcount.
Firestone Building Products, non-union - consolidated and closed 03/11
to 4/12
Human Resources Manager - Rocky Mountain Region
Subdivision of Bridgestone Americas, with net sales over $3 billion. Senior
Leadership Member leading responsibility for all HR/Payroll and
Safety/Environmental administration initiatives for the Colorado, Utah, and
Nevada locations.
. Leads employee relations, performance management, employment
development, workforce planning, and discipline efforts.
. Developed and implemented a successful union avoidance program.
. Supervised HR/Safety support at all three locations.
. Successfully moved all Reno based manufacturing and engineering
activities to Las Vegas, relocating key employees and rehiring laid-
off Vegas employees.
. Strategically added additional work unit due to the expansion of the
Las Vegas facility, which included hiring additional employees.
. Responsible for Leadership development and Performance Management
System.
. Analyzes wage and salary reports and data to determine competitive
compensation plans.
. Manages equal employment opportunities and Affirmative Action Plans.
. Provides coaching to managers through performance management
situations.
. Ensures proper staffing and training of employees to improve bench
strength.
. Develops, implements and trains on all HR/Safety/Environmental
programs.
. Manages all payroll initiatives for the Colorado, Utah, and Nevada
locations.
. Experience with ISO 14001 and 9000.
. Responsible for oversight of the Voluntary Protection Programs
(VPP) Star locations in Colorado and Utah.
Milgard Windows and Doors, subdivision of Masco - non-union - Laid off
12/05 to 10/10
Human Resources Manager - Rocky Mountain Region
Subdivision of Masco with net sales over $7.5 billion. Senior Leadership
Member with responsibilities for all HR/Payroll administration
initiatives in Colorado, Utah, Kansas, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, and New
Mexico.
. Analyzed headcount through productivity reports to ensure proper
staffing initiatives.
. Improved communication strength with management and hourly employees
achieving a 50% reduction in turnover from 2009 to 2010.
. Successfully terminated a six-year long consent decree with the EEOC.
. Supervised 8 direct reports in the HR department.
. Handled unemployment, harassment and discrimination issues, including
EEOC written responses and meetings.
. Administered benefit plan communication, open/new enrollment and
retirement plans.
. Analyzed wage and salary reports and data to determine competitive
compensation plans.
. Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring
organizational development, training initiatives and succession
planning.
. Provided reports for management ensuring organizational goals and
objectives were successful achieved.
. Worked closely with Refugee Services to increase the diversity
within the company.
. Productively administered Safety Programs and Worker's Compensation
achieving a safety incident rate 50% lower than 2009.
. Served as champion of location Performance Metrics Program.
. Received Milgard HR Excellence Award 2006
Atrium Windows and Doors - non-union 04/05 to 12/05
Human Resources/Safety/Payroll Manager for Colorado
Window and door manufacturer for commercial and residential. Led
responsibility for all HR, Payroll and Safety throughout Colorado and New
Mexico.
. Managed recruiting, interviewing and selection of new hires reducing
turnover by 30%.
. Handled unemployment, harassment and discrimination issues.
. Administered necessary documentation for employee on-boarding,
termination, resignation, exit interviews, etc.
. Developed and delivered presentations regarding HR policies and
procedures.
. Consulted counsel to ensure company policies comply with federal and
state law.
. Responded to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs.
. Worked closely with Refugee Services to increase the diversity within
the company.
. Managed Safety programs, training, Worker's Compensation and return to
work program productively improving safety performance by 30%.
Shafer Commercial Seating - non-union 05/03 to 04/05
Human Resources/Payroll Manager, Denver, Colorado
Hotel and restaurant furniture manufacturer. Leadership member led
responsibility for all HR and Payroll.
. Negotiated benefit programs and rates with Broker annually.
. Restructured 401k benefit programs and investment choices annually.
. Administered recruiting, interviewing and selection of new hires
reducing turnover by 90%.
. Worked closely with Refugee Services to increase the diversity
within the company.
. Responsible for training and development of Managers.
. Managed layoffs and restructuring/realignment of
positions/departments.
. Developed Safety incentive program, reducing injury rate by 50%.
. Supervised Safety and Worker's Compensation.
Chesapeake Packaging Company - non-union 10/99 to 04/03
Human Resources/Payroll/Safety Manager, Denver Colorado
Corrugated box manufacturer. Responsible for all HR/Payroll and Safety in
Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Kansas, Texas, and Wyoming.
. Successfully created the HR Department; developed and implemented all
policies, procedures and training/development programs.
. Administrated employee benefit plans including developing and
communicating updates, changes, open enrollment announcements and
supporting employees daily with questions.
. Responsible for the development of recruiting, interviewing and
selection of new hires.
. Created and implemented the "New Hire Orientation Program" ensuring
all required documentation was received and input into HRIS System.
. Developed and implemented Attendance Policy; program decreased
overtime and increased productivity.
. Developed and administered Organizational Incentive Program.
. Established Worker's Compensation program and Modified Duty
Program, decreasing lost time injuries.
. Designed Emergency Preparedness Manual for Managers.
. Implemented safety programs and training, achieving 100% -no
injuries for one year.
. Assisted in shutting down facility - preparing and managing layoffs
and severance agreements.
Frito-Lay, Inc., Denver, Colorado - non-union
Worked in all aspects of manufacturing to include Production Supervisor,
Safety and
Environmental Supervisor, Sanitation Supervisor, Payroll, Inventory
Clerk, Accounts
Payable, HR Generalist. 08/86 to 10/99
EDUCATION: MBA in Business, Columbia College, July 2011
B.S. in Business, Major in Management - Cum Laude, Columbia
College, Dec. 2005
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