Human Resources Insurance
Resume:
Richard F. Taylor Jr., SPHR
Muncie, Indiana 47304
abk93k@r.postjobfree.com
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INTRODUCTION
A Certified Human Resource Professional (SPHR) recognized as an expert as evidenced by frequent
contacts by peers and Corporate Management from other Companies for advice. My strengths
include recruiting/selection, employee relations, union avoidance, benefit administration, training and
safety.
Core Competencies:
Top Corporate recruiter.
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Competency and knowledge reduces legal liability. Only received 3 EEOC complaints in my
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career which were dismissed at the initial response stage.
Benefit expert, negotiated insurance contracts also served as Plan Administrator. Realized
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$300,000.00+ health insurance savings from prior plan year.
Implemented a Wellness Program that showed immediate ROI.
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CAREER SUMMARY
Delaware Machinery and Tool Company, Inc. (1990 – Present)
Muncie, Indiana
Director of Human Resources and Safety for a $25M, 140 employee skilled trade tool and die
company. Direct reports (2).
Recruited and hired a very skilled workforce with less than 6% turnover.
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Realized a $300,000.00+ health insurance savings.
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Started a Wellness Program which changed the employee’s life style realizing immediate
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cost savings.
Developed a Safety Culture which greatly reduced worker compensation claims. Averaged
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less than 11 recordable OSHA claims in last 5 years with only four in 2009.
Orchestrated a quarterly Senior Level Management meeting to discuss staffing and training
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needs to improve communications.
Richard F. Taylor Jr., SPHR
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Prior Positions Held
Shiel Sexton Co., Inc.: Director of Human Resources for a $500M, 200 employee General
Contracting/Construction Management Company. Direct reports (3).
American Family Insurance Company: Branch Personnel and Office Manager for a $16.3B Fortune
500 Company which is the 10th largest Property and Casualty Insurance Company with 6000
employees. Direct reports (15).
Economy Fire & Casualty Company: Regional Operations Manager for 4 State Regional Office in
which I had 10 direct reports. 1500 employee Property and Casualty Insurance Company previously
owned by Kemper Insurance Company and most recently owned by MetLife Insurance Company.
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FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Strategic Planning/Management
- Formulated, communicated and ensured consistent interpretation and compliance of Human
Resources policies, programs and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state laws and regulations including ADA, EEO,
FMLA, OSHA and HIPAA.
- Developed and shaped organizational policies and strategy as related to Human Resources
supporting the company mission and values.
- Assessed and purchased human resources information systems (HRIS).
Benefits Analysis
- Administered insurance and income protection plans: medical, dental, vision, prescription,
life and disability plans.
- Plan Administrator and HIPAA Privacy Officer.
- Managed HRIS function, including database maintenance, personnel processing and report
generation utilizing ADP: HR Benefits Solution.
Selection/Training
- Aggressively and successfully recruited high-level and technical positions. Personally
recruited 72% of the corporate new hires and 100% of the Minority hires.
- Corporate leader in attaining Affirmative Action Goals.
- Initiated and led programs addressing employee orientation, training and development.
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Employee Relations
- Mentored and coached employees and managers to solve problems and disputes.
- Investigated employee conflicts, complaints and concerns; exit interviews.
- Developed a strong union avoidance culture.
Safety
Implemented and participated in a Corporate Safety Committee. Investigated all safety
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incidents.
Negotiated Workers Compensation Policy.
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Certified in CPR, AED, First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens.
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Completed the 10-hour OSHA course.
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EDUCATION
Graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University with a B.A. in Sociology.
- Member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity.
- Football Letterman.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Earned SPHR Certification (Senior Professional of Human Resources) from SHRM (Society of
Human Resource Management) 1992- 2010.
Professional Excellence Award (1995) awarded by Human Resource Association of Central
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Indiana (Indy SHRM).
Black Expo Trailblazer Award (2002) awarded by the Indiana Black Expo.
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Outstanding Contribution to Education Award (2003) awarded by the Muncie-Delaware
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County Chamber of Commerce.
Outstanding Citizen Award (2005) awarded by the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Team.
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Held SHRM leadership roles at National, State and Local levels.
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Held numerous Board Officer Positions for Delaware County Chamber of Commerce; Martin
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Luther King Jr. Dream Team; Alliance for Strategic Growth, Inc.; Delaware County Safety
Council and Muncie Boys & Girls Club.
Advisory Board member to several Educational Institutions: Ball State University; Vincennes
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University; Ivy Tech State College; Project Lead the Way (Muncie School Corporation);
New Castle and Connersville School Corporations.
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