Eric M. Whetstone
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Human Resources Generalist - Human Resources Supervisor
Multi-level Experience
Accomplished and experienced results driven professional and former United
States Army Staff Sergeant, offering 15 years of increasing responsibility
and business success in management and four years of Human Resources
experience.
Competencies and Skills
Organizing and Planning Judgment Skills
Problem analysis and Problem Solving Critical Thinking
Skills
HR Principles and Practices Communication Skills
Presentation Skills Integrity
Coaching Skills Persuasive ability
Recruitment Payroll Entry
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Work History and Experience
2008-2010 Regional Materials Management Logistic Supervisor (Company
Layoff)
Time Warner Cable, Morrisville, North Carolina
. Supervised 25 Employees in Daily Logistics Operations
. Reviewed internal and external candidate resumes identifying the most
qualified.
. Input payroll for department and made necessary verified changes.
2007-2008 Distribution Manager (Corporate Downsize)
LC Industries, Durham, North Carolina
. Managed 4 Supervisors and 50 to 70 associates over 2 Shifts.
. Recruited, interviewed, and hired candidates for employment.
. Created KPI (Key Performance Indicator) reports for the President and
COO daily.
2003-2007 Human Resources Generalist (Company moved to Seattle) Responsible
for 120 hourly and 5 exempt employees: Celebrate Express, Greensboro, North
Carolina
. Interviewed job applicants and reviewed applications and resumes to
evaluate applicant skills.
. Conducted new employee orientations to explain personnel policies,
compensation, and benefit programs.
. Administered and explained benefits to employees and served as a
liaison to insurance carriers.
. Recommended, developed, and scheduled training and development
courses.
. Provided advice, assistance, and follow-up on company policies,
procedures, and documentation.
. Coordinated the resolution of specific policy-related and procedural
problems and inquiries.
. Suggested needed improvements to operating policies and procedures.
. Interpreted the company handbook for members of management and their
subordinates.
. Performed specific research and investigations into operational issues
as requested.
. Immediately addressed employee complaints, grievances, and disputes.
. Administered employee disciplinary processes.
. Supported management in annual employee review efforts.
. Partnered with department management to address issues in a timely
matter.
. Maintained knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting
regulations affecting Human Resources.
. Reviewed department weekly payroll reports for discrepancies.
2001-2003 Operations Supervisor/ /Receiving Supervisor/Casepack Manager
Dollar General Corp., South Boston, Virginia
. Supervised 28 employees in daily operations.
. Helped re-write the Distribution Center's Standard Operating
Procedures.
. Reduced turnover by 65% in the department by addressing department
performance issues.
. Enforced all rules and regulations in accordance with company policy
with no exceptions.
. Maintained the shift's payroll system and make corrections when
necessary.
1990-2001 U.S. Army Non-Commissioned Officer/Staff Sergeant
Various locations Nationally and Internationally, U.S. Army
Education/Certifications
Masters of Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Graduate
August 2011
Colorado Technical University
Bachelors of Science, Business Administration Human Resources Management
Colorado Technical University
Associates of Science with Honors, General Studies
Colorado Technical University