Human Resources Manager
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VINSON LEVER
Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439
Phone: 810-***-****
abl4bg@r.postjobfree.com
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
A human resources executive with extensive experience managing resources in
large corporate and manufacturing plant environments. Recognized for
identifying top talent and creating cohesive teams that consistently
deliver results. Track record of creating efficiencies and meeting budget
objectives by developing improved processes and procedures. Demonstrated
ability in directing employees, negotiation, mediation and conflict
resolution. A motivational leader with highly effective interpersonal
skills that build relationships with all levels of the organization.
Specific expertise in:
* HR Department Startup
* Recruitment & Retention
* Orientation & On-Boarding
* Employee / Labor Relations
* Compensation Administration
* Training & Development
* FMLA / ADA / EEO
* Benefits Administration
* Performance Management
* HR Policies and Procedures
* Project Management
* Organizational Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION,
Detroit, MI 1979 - 2010
One of the world's largest producers of transportation products in 34
countries with 204,000 employees in every major region of the world.
Human Resources Director, Orion Assembly Plant,
Orion, MI 2005 - 2010
Responsible for managing all activities of the human resources function at
this manufacturing car assembly plant employing 2600 hourly and 230
salaried employees.
* Negotiated a competitive operating agreement with local union resulting
in a cost savings of $56M over the life of the agreement and full
implementation of Global Manufacturing System.
* Ensured the successful launch of third shift operations and met business
needs by staffing with an additional 62 salaried and 1100 hourly employees
within a three week timeframe.
* Received the GM Chairman's Honor Award.
o Negotiated an agreement between two local unions allowing laid-off
skilled workers at Weld Tool Center to assist Orion skilled employees with
new body shop tooling installation, saving $1M in project expenses.
* Received the Industry Leader Award from the National Safety Council for
outstanding plant safety processes and performance.
o Over 13 million hours without experiencing a lost work day due to
occupational injury.
Human Resources Director, Powertrain Warren Plant,
Warren, MI 2000 - 2005
Responsible for managing all activities of the human resources function at
this powertrain transmission facility employing 2100 hourly and 160
salaried employees.
* Reduced disability leave benefit costs by 17% by developing and
instituting a Disability Management Improvement process.
o Reduced disability leave activity.
o Became the model for GM North America Manufacturing Operations.
* Negotiated an agreement with the local union with redefined skilled
trades work rules.
o Saved $2.5M annually.
o Comprised an agreement that ended several uncompetitive work practices.
HR Operations Manager, GM Corporate Headquarters,
Detroit, MI 1999 - 2000
Responsible for developing, integrating and managing the human resources
management process for the six newly created Corporate HR Centers of
Expertise.
* Managed the resource planning process for each center of expertise
ensuring staffing templates / targets were met, coinciding with established
budgets.
* Appointed as GM HR Lead along with HR representatives from Ford and
Chrysler.
o Developed / implemented hiring process, compensation and benefits package
structure for employees at newly created Covisint Internet Supply Chain
Company.
GM Truck Divisional Offices, Pontiac, MI
Manager - Executive
Compensation 1997 - 1999
HR Manager - Truck Engineering
Staffs 1994 - 1997
HR Generalist / Administrator 1992 - 1994
* Developed / implemented Truck Manufacturing Leadership Top Talent Process
Identification of talent for executive progression and succession planning.
* Increased minorities and women executive appointments.
* Spearheaded the consolidation of HR processes from 11 sites to 1 at the
new GM Truck Product Center.
Flint Truck Assembly Plant, Flint, MI
Manager - Salaried Personnel
Administration 1989 - 1992
Supervisor - Labor Relations 1988 - 1989
Supervisor - Equal Employment
Opportunity 1987 - 1988
Supervisor - Benefit Plan
Administration 1986 - 1987
Labor Relations
Representative 1984 - 1986
Sr. Clerk - Human
Resources 1983 - 1984
Plant Security
Officer 1981 - 1983
Clerk - Human
Resources 1979 - 1981
THE URBAN LEAGUE OF FLINT,
Flint, MI 1977 - 1979
Job Placement Coordinator
Responsible for providing training and job placement opportunities to
unemployed individuals of the inner-city with prospective employers.
EDUCATION / TRAINING
MS, Human Resources Administration, Central Michigan University, Mt.
Pleasant, MI 1991
BA, Urban & Public Affairs Management, Michigan State University, East
Lansing, MI 1977
INDIANA UNIVERSITY, Bloomington, IN
1999 Executive
Development Program
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