Human Resources Manager
Resume:
Lynn M. Kozlowski
Berlin, CT *****
*************@*****.***
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Human Resources Executive with 10 years of comprehensive human resources
experience, including
mergers and acquisitions, compensation and benefits design, employee
relations, recruitment, performance management, training and development
programs, HR compliance, salary administration, project management and
corporate communications. HR Business Partner ensuring a strong Human
Resources strategic plan to support a company's high growth initiatives and
business goals.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Compensation/Benefit Design Employee Communications Performance
Management
Succession Planning Recruitment Mergers &
Acquisitions
Policy Design/Administration Employee Relations
Organizational Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
General Dynamics-Advanced Information Systems- Fairfax VA
09/09-Present
Human Resources Business Partner- Partnering with GDAIS on the integration
and assessment of all policies and procedures, compensation structure and
benefit plans for Axsys Technologies into General Dynamics Advanced
Information Systems.
Axsys Technologies, Inc. -Rocky Hill, CT (acquired by General Dynamics,
September 2009) 12/01-09/09
Manager of Human Resources - Axsys Technologies is a global leader in the
design and development of high-performance surveillance cameras, imaging
systems and related motion control technologies, serving the aerospace,
defense and the high performance commercial markets. Supported 800
employees in six (6) locations across the United States. Reported to the
Chief Financial Officer and was responsible for the overall direction and
leadership of all Human Resources activities.
. Strong partnership with senior management to build an environment with
high performance standards, high value on human capital, long-range
vision and development.
. Drove workforce planning, recruitment and organizational initiatives
for a dynamic fast growing company.
. Facilitated the Human Resource acquisition integration following the
purchase of three companies in four years. Assessed and developed
strategy to address any significant gaps relative to company
practices.
. Lead the design and development of all policies, procedures, services,
programs, including employee communications and surveys company-wide.
. Shaped and developed a strong HR organization throughout the company
to handle growing businesses.
. Developed and implemented a Performance Management Program, supported
by a comprehensive Salary Administration plan.
. Enhanced benefit programs, negotiated contracts, designing additional
products and automating administrative process both internal and
external. Resulting in cost reductions annually, without negatively
impacting benefit coverage or quality. Created and implemented
wellness programs, which positively impacted claim experience.
. Developed strong safety programs, performed OSHA audits, and other
programs tied directly to loss prevention and experience ratings that
reduced cost.
. Prepared HR budgets. Monitored and ensured all spending was within
budget. Develop and implemented metrics consistent with corporate
reporting.
. Ensured HR compliance across all divisions.
CiDRA Corporation -Wallingford, CT
10/98-12/01
Human Resources Generalist - CiDRA a dynamic pre-IPO start-up company.
Currently design and manufacture sonar-based flow meter technology for flow
measurement in down hole, offshore oil and gas production. Company grew
from 60-380 employees in two years. Reported to the Director of Human
Resources and was chartered to help lead all Human Resources activities.
. Launched HR department, creating employee handbook, job descriptions,
pay policies, performance management program, and training and
development program.
. Implemented new policies and procedures, and other value-added
initiatives.
. Prepared budget for HR department.
. Oversaw multi-state payroll and implemented new HRIS system.
. Introduced Diversity Training as mandatory training for all
supervisors, managers, and executive level employees.
. Redesigned benefits program by consolidating providers and
renegotiating contracts. Successfully maintained benefits costs with
2% increase over 3 years.
Gerber Systems/BARCO - South Windsor, CT
10/94-10/98
Human Resources Generalist- Gerber Systems Corporation designs and
manufactures precision plotting systems for use in the electronic,
printing, aerospace, and automotive industries. Reported to the Corporate
Vice President of Human Resources. Hired to develop and implement new
procedures and to improve efficiencies throughout the CT location.
. Implemented all human resource initiatives for the Connecticut
facility, including compensation, benefits, federal regulations,
payroll, workers compensation, unemployment claims and separations.
. Responsible for multi-state payroll and reporting.
. Counseled employees, resolved employee relations' issues, and
conducted investigations for the organization.
Digital Equipment Corporation - Rocky Hill, CT
09/88 - 10/94
Human Resources Specialist/ Benefits Coordinator - DEC designed and
manufactured minicomputers for the scientific and engineering communities.
Reported to the General Manager of the CT operation and hired to support
growth and coordinate benefit programs for the division.
. Developed and conducted new hire orientation programs and benefit
presentations..
. Responsible for multi-state payroll and reporting.
. Recruitment for Non-Exempt employees,
. Interpreted, communicated and administered State and Federal
employment laws, division policies and procedures.
Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills
Strong PC proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Intranet design, HRIS)
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Middlesex College - London, England
Diploma, Business Studies
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - Employer Advisory Member since 2005
Northeast Delta Dental - Employer Advisory Member since 2006
New England Human Resources Association - Active Member since 2006;
Volunteer Human Resources Mentor Program; Committee Member
Society for Human Resources Management - Professional Member since 2001
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