Natasha Banks
******@*****.***
Chicago, IL
Objective:
Seeking a position where my staffing knowledge for manufacturing,
administrative and education may be utilized.
Experience:
ManufacturingWorks, Chicago, IL 2007-2009
Account Executive/Job Developer/ Opportunity Chicago Manufacturing Industry
Specialist
. Facilitate candidate interviews to multiple employers for hiring
consideration, ensuring that all necessary paperwork and documentation
is complete.
. Act as a liaison between employers and employees / training providers
and candidates ensuring a smooth transition into job placement and job
retention.
. Identify and recommend individuals who meet the qualifications of
current projects and programs and secure necessary documentation for
each case file.
. Conduct recruiting/information sessions at City-wide Community Centers
for individuals interested in employment and/or training.
. Conduct all necessary functions of a Human Resource department(job-
seeker interviews, W4's and I-9's forms, proper identification
collection, comprehensive orientations about benefits packages,
drug/physical testing, safety orientations, salary and payroll, and
all incumbent worker problems and concerns.)
. Manage a database of over 300 job seekers for referrals to multiple
employers in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
. Administer testing for hundreds of people.
. Maintain detailed files and records of individuals and employers on a
web-based participant tracking database, providing follow-up for both
the job seeker and company
. Prepare bi-weekly Excel spreadsheet reports of best practices and
strategies for continuing project and program effectiveness regarding
referrals and job placements.
. Participate in Board meetings of City and State agencies and offer
information, direction and policies for up coming workforce
initiatives.
. Secure all WIA related program eligibility documents (proof of age,
income, birth certificates, lay off letters and Social Security
documents)
. Explain the opportunities and requirements of manufacturing employment
to CHA residents and WorkNet providers.
. Counsel CHA job seekers and suggest suitable training opportunities.
. Developed Manufacturing Career ladder
. Identify pathways for CHA residents who require remedial education in
advance of their participation in technical training programs,
residents seeking varying levels of technical training, and residents
seeking limited training and direct placement into varying levels of
employment within the industry, including internships.
. Create monthly tracking spreadsheets for all CHA residents referred
from FamilyWorks agencies and walk-ins, regarding their individual
status
. Case manage CHA residents
. Created monthly orientations to introduce CHA residents to careers and
training in Manufacturing.
. Create flyers to deliver information regarding manufacturing to
FamilyWorks agencies, WorkNet providers and CHA developments.
. Created and maintain detailed files and records of residents and
agencies on a tracking database, providing follow-up for both the job
seeker and the FamilyWorks case manager.
Manpower Inc.,
2002 - 2007
Chicago IL
Staffing Specialist
. Developed and retained business by providing outstanding customer
service including client visits, email, mail and regularly scheduled
telephone calls
. Interviewing and testing candidates, mentoring and coaching candidates
on interviewing, time management, resume writing
. Held orientations on Manpower's polices, procedures, benefits, payroll
and training
. Matched skills of temporaries to customer needs
. Conducted research for potential customers on the internet and in
Business Journals
. Conducted phone screens for potential employees, new-hire intake,
interviews, orientation, drug screens, and background checks
. Searched for candidates to fill customer orders
. First point of contact for all office traffic and inbound telephone
calls
. Managed opening and closing duties for office
. Handled payroll and timesheet issues
. Grew Industrial accounts from 1 employee to 55 of that 55, 26 of the
positions were long-term placements 8 of the placements were hired
permanently and 17 are still working.
. Developed and maintained long standing relationships with employers
. Placed Machine Operators
. Tested and placed Administrative Assistants and Executive
Administrative Assistants
. Placed Accounting Clerks
. Tested and placed Assemblers and Line Inspectors
. Placed Quality Technicians
. Placed Mig and Tig Welders
. Placed CNC Operators (Mills and Lathes)
. Tested and place Electronic Assemblers
Beavercreek OH
Staffing Assistant
. Answered high volume phone calls
. Held orientations on Manpower's polices, procedures, benefits, payroll
and training
. Conducted research for potential customers on the internet and in
Business Journals
. Conducted phone screens for potential employees, new-hire intake,
interviews, orientation, drug screens, and background checks
. Assisted in searching for candidates to fill customer orders
. First point of contact for all office traffic and inbound telephone
calls
. Tested and placed Assemblers and Line Inspectors
. Placed Mig and Tig Welders
. In charge of and developed the certificate for The Circle of
Excellence Program as well as the letters and gifts for Employee
Appraisals
. Applied payments to patient's accounts
. Assisted customers with medical records information
. Accepted donations and creating spreadsheets and detailed reports for
management staff
. Assisted in finding housing, appliances and other necessities for
victims
. Assisted with the scheduling of walk ins
. Scheduled meetings for Government Contractors with security clearances
. Responsible for scanning and the preparation of titles
Education and Interests:
Central State University, Wilberforce, OH Biology
University of Phoenix, Chicago, IL BS Health Administration-
currently enrolled
Member of Illinois Recruiters Association
References Available Upon Request