Human Resources Management

Kathy McGrath - PHR

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Human Resources Leadership Profile

Results-driven Human Resources professional with distinguished career by

leading turn-around and high-growth establishments through extensive

development and profitability. Successful in providing strategic and

tactical execution of organizational-wide initiatives to enhance

productivity, quality and bottom-line financial performance. Expert

presenter, negotiator, and businessperson able to forge solid relationships

with staff, team members, management, and vendors and build consensus

across multiple organizational levels.

CORE COMPETENCIES

STRATEGIC BUSINESS Recruiting, Staffing, & Problem Analysis &

PLANNING Training Resolution

Business Readiness Management Development Process Reengineering

Assessment Programs Change Management

Operations Management Team Building & Leadership Natural Communicator

Employee Relations Project Deployment Planning

Professional Experience

PLEXUS CORP. - NEENAH, WI 2006-2010

An Electronic Manufacturing Services international company that generates

$1.5 billion and employs over 8,000 worldwide.

Human Resources Manager III - Buffalo Grove, IL (2009-2010)

Human Resources Manager II - Buffalo Grove, IL (2006-2009)

Oversaw all human resource functions as the department head for the 435

employee base, three shift, multi-location. Responsibilities include

development of all short and long range human resources planning,

budgeting, and organization/execution of the human resource objectives

within the scope and goals of the organization. Managed 5 direct reports

to insure high level of employee service such as: staffing, training and

development, compensation and benefits, succession planning, affirmative

action compliance, diversity initiatives, leadership development, employee

relations and employment practices within the site. Interfaced with and

utilized the Corporate HR functional management team for resources and

expertise, while maintaining local ownership of issues.

Achievements include:

. Reduced turnover from 19.59% to 6.85% by creating and implementing

comprehensive programs of trend analysis exit interviews and termination

diagnosis; coached and held site management team accountable to site

attrition goal; targeted training in performance management; interviewing

& selection; and revamping the onboarding process.

. Created and implemented annual employee job satisfaction surveys with an

average response rate of 63%, which resulted in driving and reporting out

long-term and short-term improvement plans.

. Redesigned, implemented and administered new direct labor (hourly)

compensation program to ensure integrity between high caliber engineers

and highly skilled manufacturing workers, resulting in a 10% gain in

employee satisfaction. Sources Watson Wyatt, MERCER and State/Local

surveys.

. Researched and applied on behalf of the company for the "101 Best and

Brightest Companies to Work for - Chicago" by the NABR. Awarded "101 Best

and Brightest Companies to Work for - Chicago" three years in a row by the

NABR.

. Researched and completed the application for the State of Illinois ETIP

Grant, resulting in a $53K training grant.

. Developed and led downsizing efforts for a reduction in force (RIF). Met

with all employees affected and partnered with Corp HR/Legal to ensure no-

risk to company through thorough review.

. Improved Employee Relations by responding quickly to internal whistle

blower claims; created and implemented a suite of management development

training programs tailored to the needs of first-time managers; and

advised and coached site leaders in a collaborative manner that encouraged

the leader to take ownership of positive resolution of employee issues.

. Maintained "top talent" and increased internal promotions by researching,

creating and implementing a HIPO succession planning program. Consulted

and advised management on disciplinary actions, performance improvements,

and personnel concerns.

. Led efforts of redesign the paper based/instructors led two day New Hire

Orientation into a one day online/self-paced eOrientation process, which

was adopted by other facilities throughout the organization.

. Improved employee morale by spearheading new employee rewards and

recognition programs, such as "Instant Appreciation Awards" and "Shout

Outs!".

. Developed and implemented a "Safety First" awareness program resulting in

workers' compensation rate decline from 1.30 to .62, thereby saving nearly

one million dollars over a four-year period.

. Researched, designed, implemented and conducted staff development

programs for training (Managing Successfully in Today's Legal Environment,

Women in Leadership, FISH Philosophy) and continuing education, resulting

in improved team communications and performance.

. Rolled-out and managed Plexus Performance Management new online

performance management/goal setting system that aligned company objectives

from top down while providing essential feedback throughout the company.

. Reduced the recruiting budget by identifying methodologies to recruit

locally, using non-traditional internet job boards, military events,

Universities and Colleges, social networking, new referral/internship

programs. Exceeded staffing metrics with average time to fill of 39 days

(Corp. goal < 45 days).

. Managed all HR functions while growing company headcount and revenue

without adding HR staff.

TRANSUNION - CHICAGO, IL 1997-2006

The nation's leading consumer credit information company with over 5,000

associates in more than 25 countries on five continents.

Senior Human Resources Generalist (2004-2006)

Human Resources Generalist (1997-2004)

Provided primary customer support in the areas of benefits, payroll, and

compensation to over 350 technical, sales and non-technical associates in

multi-locations. Generalist responsibilities included full life-cycle

recruiting, employee relations and investigations, reduction-in-force,

policy and procedure development, worker's compensation, leave of absence,

unemployment administration, and performance management.

Achievements include:

. Researched, designed and implemented new paperless formal appraisal

system to entire corporate management team.

. Worked with managers to define job descriptions and performance standards

for new and existing positions. Notified managers of pending employee

salary and performance evaluations, and monitoring to completion; advised

managers on the process and reviewed content of performance appraisals for

clarity and regulatory compliance.

. Forecasted resource needs based upon organizational strategies and

partner with recruiters to develop recruiting and source plans. Developed

and utilized several recruiting vehicles to control recruitment costs,

primarily within the technical information systems arenas.

. Webmaster responsible for the creation and implementation of the company-

wide HR Intranet website. Developed and implemented new Intranet

eOrientation program and led team that administered new hire orientation

sessions.

. Created and maintained monthly P & L reports for all HR locations.

Conducted analysis of HR trends and create various HR and Corporate

reports.

. Promoted and collaborated on the development of new retention programs

for the technical information systems departments, such as reduced work

schedule, flexible work arrangements, and teleworking.

ENERGY ABSORPTION SYSTEMS INC. - CHICAGO, IL 1996-1996

A division of Quixote Corporation that manufactures highway safety devises

with annual sales in excess of $45 million with 900 associates in various

Union and Non Union locations.

Human Resources Partner

Newly created position, responsible for all human resources generalist

functions, including staffing/recruitment, wage/salary & benefit

administration, policy/procedure development, employee relations and

counsel business partners on policy issues such as corrective action,

training and termination.

Achievements include:

. Initiated an across the board process review of all HR practices and

company policies, resulting in better alignment to company strategy and

elimination of redundant and ineffective processes and procedures.

. Coached and counseled business partners on policy issues, such as

corrective action, training and termination.

DIAMOND F - ELGIN, IL 1994-1996

A division of the Genlyte Group that manufactured indoor and outdoor

lighting fixtures for commercial and residential markets with annual sales

in excess of $20 million with 500 associates.

Senior Human Resources Generalist (1995-1996)

Human Resources Generalist (1994-1995)

Responsible for all human resources generalist functions, including

staffing/recruitment, wage/salary & benefit administration, safety/OSHA

compliance, policy/procedure development, and employee relations. During

relocation facility moved from Cleveland, Ohio (Union) to Elgin, Illinois

(Non Union).

Achievements include:

. Implemented, coordinated and administrated new ADP Paynet Plus payroll,

ensuring accuracy, and efficiency.

. Developed and facilitated all new personnel orientation and

administration of benefit programs.

. Maintained compliance with all OSHA regulations. Assisted with the

development of required OSHA training sessions and procedures (i.e.: MDSD,

Bloodborne Pathogens, Confined Space).

Educational and professional Background

BACHELOR OF GENERAL STUDIES

FORT HAYS STATE UNIVERSITY - HAYS, KS

Society of Human Resources Management

Member since 1991

Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

December 1997

Lean Sigma Yellow Belt Certification

Fall 2009

Technical Skills

PROFICIENT IN; MICROSOFT OFFICE, MS PROJECT, ACCESS, PEOPLESOFT, CERIDIAN,

ADP PAYNET PLUS, EXCEL, VISIO, GROUPWISE, OUTLOOK AND FRONTPAGE.

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