JENIFER R. THOMAS, SPHR

Cleveland, OH *****

abhtk7@r.postjobfree.com

Mobile: 216-***-****

SUMMARY

Forward thinking, hands-on leader with diversified industry experience in

all human resources functions including change leadership, multi-

state/multi-site, union/non-union, lean initiatives, mergers and

acquisitions and global environments. Ability to use knowledge of business

challenges, leadership and organizational effectiveness to identify issues

central to business success. Highly skilled at driving continuous

improvement efforts while ensuring the people strategies align to the goals

and strategic direction of the company. Flexible, collaborative, and

consultative business partner possessing high capabilities for building

successful relationships, influencing, leading and working at all levels of

the organization. Decisive with strong strategic capabilities coupled with

operational and tactical perspectives.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bemis Company, Inc.

2010 - present

MACtac Americas, Stow, OH (a Bemis company)

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR.

Provide Human Resources strategic vision and direction for 7 North

American operations (Teamsters and non-union manufacturing and distribution

centers) for this leading manufacturer of pressure sensitive adhesive

products.

Key results include:

. Lead change across organization for implementation of World Class

Manufacturing principles to ensure on-going competitive business success

with associate empowerment and accountability.

. Through development of Human Capital Vision (Talent, Culture and

Organizational Effectiveness) implemented human capital processes and

systems that align to business objectives delivering value to customers

and associate development and retention.

Danaher Corporation

2003 - 2010

Radiometer America Inc., Cleveland, OH (a Danaher company)

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

As a member of the leadership team, provide strategic Human Resource

direction for this acute care medical device company in North America.

Key results include:

. Through organizational analysis and design, strategically restructured

organization resulting in competitive positioning and increased fiscal

viability.

. Conceptualized and launched best practices recruiting processes for

enhanced talent pipeline reducing recruiting expense by $350,000

annually, achieved time to fill rate of 20 days from 100 days and

decreased turnover from 11% to less than 5% sustained.

. Led talent acquisition, career development, and succession planning

increasing top talent and enhanced associate growth and development.

Recognized by Danaher for building "best in class" sales force.

. Developed and implemented series of innovative leadership initiatives

that increased associate commitment and engagement.

Matco Tools, Stow, OH (a Danaher company)

SR. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Key contributing leader with generalist accountability (manufacturing,

distribution centers, call centers and corporate) for this premier multi-

state/multi-site manufacturer and distributor of professional automotive

tools in North America.

Key results include:

. Developed annual talent acquisition strategy to identify and retain hi-

potential and diversity talent delivering a 60% increase in talent

funnel.

. Through in-depth associate feedback analysis, identified opportunities

for high performance work systems that enhanced organizational

effectiveness and associate commitment and engagement.

Jenifer R. Thomas, SPHR

. From ideation through implementation, integrated performance management

process and tools that aligned individual objectives to business goals

together with high impact development plans that improved individual and

company performance.

. Ensured strategic and operational alignment of HR policies and practices

across the organization to improve performance and become a preferred

employer.

. Provided strategic human resources leadership and infrastructure in

support of business objective to have global presence in China and

Canada.

Advanstar Communications Inc., Cleveland, OH

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

1999 - 2003

Provided visionary leadership and strategic direction as an integrated

business partner and internal consultant in a multi-state/multi-site

environment for this global business information services company.

Key results include:

. Led the transition of HR roles from administrative and transactional

focus to a value added business-partnering model that was client centered

and proactive.

. Strategist and catalyst of change throughout the organization to drive

business success of new initiatives.

. Initiated strategic alliances with business unit leaders on HR related

issues that resulted in quality human capital solutions.

. Implemented organizational development that contributed to organizational

effectiveness by developing competencies and programs for key position

groups enhancing human capital planning and development.

. Successfully integrated organizational cultures, systems and practices

for 10 acquisitions ensuring high morale and buy-in to new culture and

business model.

. Reduced turnover by 20% in three years through enhanced selection

process, pro-active employee relations and effective shared problem

resolution with managers.

. Designed and implemented competency based performance management system

and tools that aligned individual objectives with business goals

providing clear expectations and feedback to improve performance.

GOJO Industries, Inc., Akron, OH

1992 - 1999

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

As a key organizational change leader, ensured requisite employee and

business competencies through Human Resource systems and programs that

reflected corporate purpose, vision and values for this global non-union

OTC leading manufacturer of professional and consumer skin care products

(i.e., Purell( Instant Hand Sanitizer and GOJO Hand Cleaner).

Key results include:

. Through strategic change management initiatives, led the organizational

design and implementation of a five year whole system re-engineering plan

which encompassed culture change, lean manufacturing initiatives

including 6 Sigma, employee engagement as stakeholders, business re-

structuring, and process changes ensuring competitive marketplace

positioning.

. Developed and collaborated with in-country representative ensuring HR

systems, processes and policies were compliant with company standards.

Provided HR support for GOJO Japan, GOJO UK (Canada, France, Germany,

Belgium) and GOJO Latin America (Chile, Peru, Brazil). Responsible for

compensation, benefits, immigration, visas, sponsorship and expatriation.

. Developed and maintained strategic business partnerships with core unit

leaders creating value added, continuous improvement output from all

human performance systems.

. Partnered with business leadership to build and implement innovative

human resources policies, programs and systems to ensure appropriate

human asset capabilities for company's high growth and new business

model.

. Created "best practice" management development programs and processes to

identify, develop, and retain high potential talent providing critical

staffing in a continual pipeline.

. Spearheaded design, development and implementation of HRIS integrating

key human resource information with payroll which provided timely,

quality information for management decision-making.

. Re-tooled HR processes and systems creating more efficient practices,

process flow and reduced cycle time.

. Reduced recruitment to hire time from two months to three weeks; reduced

turnover by 12% in two years while increasing retention.

. Improved employee relations by restructuring employee communications

strategy and renewed management focus on consistent policy

administration.

. Strategized and instituted a self-insured managed care program with cost

containment features, wellness and incentive programs resulting in $1.6M

annual savings in first year while enhancing overall employee

satisfaction.

Jenifer R. Thomas, SPHR

Noranda Aluminum Group, Nashville, TN

1982 - 1992

CORPORATE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER and

GROUP COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS MANAGER (concurrent roles)

PENSION PLAN ADMINISTRATOR

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

Led organizational strategies and directed the development and

implementation of organization wide Human Resource policies and procedures

for this world class primary aluminum manufacturer encompassing 6

companies, 11 locations (multi-state) with union (Steelworkers and UAW) and

non-union facilities with 6,000 employees. Played an active role in

merger/acquisition due diligence and integration of new companies. Managed

group and executive compensation; all health and welfare benefits including

plan design, vendor management and administration. Supported corporate

office with full HR generalist responsibilities.

Key results include:

. Developed and implemented start-up of Corporate Human Resources function

providing effective strategic policies and practices to attain the

company's guiding values and growth agenda.

. Provided HR due diligence and integration for six acquired companies to

the Aluminum Group ensuring rapid buy-in to culture.

. Achieved $2M annual cost savings through new plan design of six diverse

base/major medical plans into one comprehensive managed care plan while

maintaining high employee satisfaction and acceptance of new program.

. Designed and implemented six 401(k) plans.

. Realized actuarial savings of $1M annually through development and

implementation of a pension database system.

. Instrumental in planning, development and implementation of HRIS.

EDUCATION

Ashland University, Ashland, Ohio - Graduate studies in business

administration

B.A. - Business Administration Major: Human Resource Management; Minor:

Psychology

Baldwin Wallace College, Berea, Ohio

GPA: 3.7 - Graduated with Honors - Dean's List

CERTIFICATIONS

SHRM: SPHR - Senior Professional in Human Resources

Danaher: Master Black Belts - VRK, TPI, VSM, 5S

MaxComm: Certified Team Facilitator

Lominger: Recruiting (Choices) Architect; Team Architect; Voices

360( Feedback; FYI

QRI: Project Management

HR SYSTEMS (HRIS, Applicant Tracking, Performance Management)

Oracle; PeopleSoft, Spectrum HR 2000; ADP HR Perspective; ABRA; Taleo;

Success Factors

PROFESSIONAL and PHILANTHROPIC AFFILIATIONS

Society for Human Resource Management

American Society for Training and Development

Human Resource Planning Society

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

Polaris Technical School, Board of Advisors (1999-2002)

Community Healthcare Coalition, Board of Directors (1997-1999)

Ohio Ballet, Task Force Member (1999-2000)

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