Nelson D. Keaton

*** ******** *****, ***********, ** 38012 ( 731-***-**** (

abm43w@r.postjobfree.com

731-***-****

Objective: To obtain a position with a progressive organization where my

knowledge and enthusiasm for all aspects of human resources can be

utilized. I am an experienced manager and accomplished professional with

several years of diversified experience in all aspects of human resources

management. Outgoing and dedicated, with strong interpersonal and

communication skills.

. Extensive experience in arbitration, employment law, contract and benefit

administration

. Ten years of non-union experience and over 20 years of union experience

Experience

MURRAY ENERGY-KENAMERICAN RESOURCES, CENTRAL CITY, KENTUCKY

Human Resources Manager (7-09 to 12-09) Mine Ceased Production

In charge of all aspects of Human Resources for a coal mining operation to

include:

Payroll, benefits, workers compensation, employee relations and

recruitment.

MTD Products-Cub Cadet Div., Brownsville, Tennessee

Plant Human Resources Manager (7-99 to 7-09) Plant Closed

Responsible for all aspects of the human resource function for a mid sized

manufacturing/assembly operation producing high quality name branded lawn

and garden equipment. Primary duties include employee relations, contract

administration, safety, hiring, training and benefit administration. Major

accomplishments include:

. Reduction in recordable accidents by over 70%

. Received Platinum Award for leading/participating in Rapid Improvement

Events-Toyota Production System

. Train and oversee the implementation of the P & CD Process-Salaried

Workforce

. Reduce grievance activity by maintaining a strong working relationship

with Union representatives

Webster Industries, Montgomery Alabama

Human Resources Manager (2-96/7-99)

Reporting directly to the Vice President of Manufacturing, responsibilities

included the management and direction of all aspects of the human resource

function for a unionized facility of 500 employees. Specific

responsibilities would include labor relations, safety, recruitment, and

salary and benefit administration.

. Redirect the focus of the plant from a largely contract workforce to one

of full time employees

. Update of the salary compensation administration program

. Rewrite of the Employee Handbook

Jim Beam Brands Co., Clermont, Kentucky

Manager Human Resources (7/95 - 1/96)

Assistant Manager Human Resources (6/94 - 6/95)

Reporting to the Director of Personnel and Safety, this position assumed

full responsibility for the day to day function of the human resources

office. Activities under my direction would include labor relations,

salary and hourly recruitment, affirmative action and benefit

administration.

. Assisted in the negotiations and administration of two technician

apprenticeship programs.

. Represented the plant in a major OFCCP audit with zero deficiencies

found.

. Substituted for TQM coordinator during his leave and served as a member

of the

Plant Steering Committee.

Gibralter Packaging, Marion, Alabama

Plant Human Resources Manager (1/94 - 6/94)

This position's responsibilities included the direction and management of

all human resources function for this large producer of paper products.

Due to a plant consolidation my primary focus consisted of training and

recruiting.

Pirelli Cable, Abbeville, South Carolina

Human Resources Manager (8/89 - 12/93)

Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position planned and directed all

aspects of the human resources function such as employment, compensation,

benefits, affirmative action, labor relations, security, occupational

health and safety and worker's compensation. This position ensured

compliance with all state and federal laws covering every aspect of human

resources.

Collins & Aikman Corporation, Siler City, North Carolina

Human Resources Manager (8-83 - 8/89)

This position reported to the Plant Manager of the division's second

largest plant manufacturing flat woven textile products for the furniture

and automotive industries (700 employees). Planned and directed all human

resources activities consistent with division and corporate operating

plans, as well as security. My responsibilities also included supervision

of a benefits clerk, secretary and registered nurse.

. Represented the plant in two major OFCCP audits and four EEO charges.

. Computerized and maintained departmental employee listings to assist in

manning decisions.

. Developed a close working relationship with local employment security

office during a major expansion which more than doubled the size of the

work force.

. Received the "Governor's Award" from the state of North Carolina for my

efforts.

. Represented Collins & Aikman in community functions.

. Board member of the Chamber of Commerce and Rotarian.

Emerson Electric Corporation, Falls Mills, Virginia

Plant Human Resources Manager (7/79 - 5/83)

This position reported directly to the Plant Manager of the division's

largest facility for warehousing and repairing mining equipment (200

employees).

. Was the liaison with plant management and corporate management in setting

up a professional human resources function at a newly acquired plant for

Emerson

Electric.

. Assisted plant management in successfully defeating a union campaign by

the I.B.E.W.

. Assisted in the transition of a plant sponsored benefits program to a

corporate benefits plan that included such benefits as ESOP and LTD.

U.S. Steel Corporation, Gary, West Virginia

Division Manager of Employment (8/78 - 7/79)

Responsibilities included the college recruitment efforts for the mining

division of U.S. Steel (3,000 employees). Monitored each hiring location

to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. Trained managers in

their responsibilities for affirmative action and EEO. Assisted in case

preparation for arbitration with United Mine workers.

Interviewer (1/77 - 8/78)

Responsible for interviewing and processing applicants for hourly positions

at a new mine site for U.S. Steel.

Education

Masters of Science in Human Resource Management

Troy State University at Montgomery

June 1998--4.0 GPA

BA Political Science

Graduated Magna cum Laude

West Virginia University, May 1976

Lean Manufacturing Program-College of Engineering

University of Michigan 2000

Personal

INTERESTS INCLUDE GOLF, MUSIC AND FAMILY ACTIVITIES. I AM MARRIED WITH TWO

CHILDREN.

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