Lasca Hix
**** ****** ****** ( Las Vegas, NV ****8 ( 702-***-**** (
abju0b@r.postjobfree.com
Objectives
1. SEEKING A CHALLENGING MANAGEMENT LEVEL POSITION FROM WHICH I CAN UTILIZE
MY KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE AND CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS THE
ATTAINMENT OF COMPANY OBJECTIVE AND GOALS.
2. To continue learning new skills, refine existing skills and increase my
value.
Skills
HUMAN RESOURCES: Human Resources (Cont'd): Accounting:
Department Startup HR Policies & Procedures Company Set Up
Employment Law Orientation & On-Boarding Balance Sheet
FMLA/ADA/EEO/COBRA Training & Development P & L
Mediation Performance Management Journal Entries
Staff Recruitment & Organizational Development Accounts Payable
Retention HR Program/Project Accounts Receivable
Employee Relations Management Inventory Control
Professional Experience
MANUFACTURING COMPANY - LAS VEGAS, NV
Manufacturer and distributor of specialty bottled water.
HR Director, 2010 to Present
Assumed this position to establish the HR area, develop organizational
programs, policies and procedures. Functions include: creation and
maintenance of employee database, leave-of-absence program, recruitment,
on board orientation, terminations, training and workflow processes and
the handling of day to day workplace issues.
Key Results:
< Standardized new hire process, structured and implemented new hire
forms: application, employee agreement, proprietary information
agreement, independent contractor agreement, new hire checklist.
< Trained staff on Discrimination and Sexual Harassment.
< Brought workers' compensation program into full compliance.
< Implemented OSHA log & injury report form.
< Created an employee manual and an emergency procedures safety manual.
< Introduced company's first formal performance review program.
< Created a progressive discipline policy and process.
< Developed two employee orientation processes; one for office staff and
one for production staff.
< Developed and implemented termination process.
< Implemented metrics to measure productivity of each employee.
< Successfully resolved a Labor Commission and an EEOC complaint, both
were dismissed.
Professional Experience (continued)
VP OPERATIONS, 2009 TO 2010
WHILE INITIALLY HIRED FOR HR AREA, I ASSUMED THIS POSITION TO FILL AN
IMMEDIATE NEED FOR ESTABLISHING STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES [SOPS] PER
CGMP STANDARDS, QUALITY CONTROL, INVENTORY CONTROL SYSTEM, PRODUCTION
PLANNING, BATCH DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS AND PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION
PROCESSES AND PROCEDURES.
Key Results:
< Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures for the
Production & Quality Assurance areas per cGMP standards.
< Developed & implemented an inventory control system, batch
documentation procedure, production planning, and product distribution
procedures & processes.
< Proposed the hiring of a Warehouse Manager/Delivery Manager which was
approved; created, defined & implemented responsibilities and duties
for Warehouse Manager & Delivery Manager which was contributive to:
< Average increased of 37% in line production.
< Local product delivery increased by 5x.
< Increase of production efficiency contributed to an increase in gross
income of 57%.
< Modifications to QuickBooks to enhance reporting capabilities to more
accurately monitor statistical trends.
SELF EMPLOYED - Business Consulting
AIRESPRING, INC. - LOS ANGLES, CA
Provides voice, data, and VoIP communications services to mid-sized
companies.
Director of Resources, June 2007 - July2009
Position involved a broad range of HR functions, including recruiting and
training employees; the writing and implementation of company policies;
project management; administration of benefits; investigating and
responding to [or liaising with counsel on] EEOC, EDD claims; workflow,
workforce management; employee relations; disciplinary action,
performance review, exit interviews; compilation and presentation of
company metrics at weekly executive meeting for evaluation; co-ordinate
with IT Dept as necessary, and managing HR records.
Key Results:
< Project Management:
o Prepared additional 6000 sq. ft. of office space for occupancy:
layout, painting, sourcing and installation of 56 cubicles,
electrical and cabling modifications to furnish power, phone,
internet to cubicles. Purchasing of new office equipment and
furniture: chairs, printers, computers, conference and training
room furnishings and equipment.
o Relocating server room and equipment, sourcing and installation of 50
ton HVAC unit for new server room, electrical and fire system
modifications and inspections.
< Budget:
o Negotiated 23% discount on purchase of office supplies.
o Obtained 8% discount on cell phone basic charges.
< Legal:
o Developed process for incoming subpoena's for call detail
records, et. al. to ensure timely and accurate response.
o Created documentation process for fraud complaints putting the
company in a more defensible position.
< Training:
o Arranged annual mandatory trainings for 35 executive, management,
supervisor level staff on Discrimination and Sexual Harassment.
o Conducted training for 35 executive, management, supervisor level
staff on interviewing techniques and best practices, conducting
workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions that contributed to sound
hiring decisions.
< Developed standardized disciplinary procedures and tracking system
that insulated company from legal risk and ensured consistent and fair
discipline processes.
< Implemented process, procedures and documentation requirements for
COBRA and FMLA.
Executive Assistant to VP Investor Relations, Jan. 2007 - June 2007
Managed property portfolio which included 31 properties; managed stock
portfolio including private placement investments. Managed VP's calendar,
email, meetings, travel. Performed ongoing accounting functions, posting,
reconciling accounts, financial reports and pre-tax tax preparation;
developed procedures for accounting functions.
Key Results:
< Reconstructed QuickBooks for 2005 - 2007, including creation of sub
accounts for each stock purchase to include strike prices, currency
exchange value differentials.
< Handled the sale of two commercial investments with multiple investors
from contract receipt to closing for a total of $575K net to employer.
< Recommended and sourced new property management company earning the
first net profit on portfolio in 5 years.
MANAGEMENT SUCCESS - GLENDALE, CA
National business consulting firm.
Sales Manager, 2005-2006
Managed a sales team of 5 - 8 people [cold calling and warm leads], and a
team of 4 lead generators [pilot project].
< Train & qualify new sales representatives
< Monitor sales statistics on hourly basis and debug sales people with
dropped closing ratios.
< Managed a 4 person lead generation pilot; monitor results and make
recommendations to improve results.
< Increased sales by 33%
AIRESPRING, INC. - LOS ANGLES, CA
Provides voice, data, and VoIP communications services to mid-sized
companies.
Executive Assistant to CEO/Director of Human Resources, June 2004 -
October 2005
This was a new position in the company with the stated purpose of taking
on functions that would streamline and free up the CEO's time to work on
strategic planning, goal setting and new product development. I
established the functions, processes and procedures for this position
based on the purpose I was given. I handled his communications, daily
schedule, travel, meetings et. al. It was my responsibility to ensure
that the CEO's orders throughout the company were executed and provide a
status report on such. I became the final escalation point in resolving
any situations consulting with him as necessary. After six months, I
took on the additional function of Human Resources. Within a few months I
hired a Director for the area, training and managing her.
Additional Experience
MISSION OF THE CHILDREN - FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Private Non-Profit School
Executive Resorts, Inc. - Controller
Real Estate & Property Management Company
Colorado Mountain College - Accountant & Teacher
Junior College
First Summit Saving & Loan - Operations Officer
Savings and loan institution
Certifications
*CURRENTLY STUDYING FOR PHR CERTIFICATION*
FDA's cGMP for Human Food Certificate
Certified Professional Food Manager
Organization Executive Course
Vocational Credential in Accounting
Colorado Real Estate License (expired)