JANELLE L. FUELLER, SPHR
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Kimberling City, MO 65686 Cell (314)
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Human Resources professional with an extensive generalist background
including experience as a strategic member of leadership teams. A leader
with the ability to establish rapport and credibility with diverse groups.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Solo Cup Company July 2009 - Present
Manager, Human Resources
Report to the Field Director HR and the local Plant Manager.
Responsible for all human resource activities for a 345 employee unionized
plant.
. Created Workforce Plan for key positions at plant
. Implemented revised Attendance Policy.
. Facilitated implementation of direct deposit policy.
. Member of arbitration team.
. Led Sustainability Team and participated in first "Keep America
Beautiful" cleanup in Springfield.
St. Louis Blues/Scottrade Center July - September
2008
Director, Human Resources (Contract
position)
Reported to the CEO, St. Louis Blues Enterprises. Responsible for
human resources continuity during a leave of absence for the current
Director. Specific duties included:
. Investigated three charges of discrimination and made
recommendations to the senior management to offer settlement in two
cases and to proceed with a Position Statement in the third case.
. Facilitated outsourcing plan for food and beverage employees to a
new employer.
. Drafted new Employee Ticket policy.
. Counseled management on labor and employee relations' issues.
Hubbell, Inc., Wiegmann Plant 2004 - 2008
Manager, Human Resources
Reported to the HIT Platform Director of Human Resources with
responsibility for all human resource related activities for a 300 employee
unionized plant.
. Corporate SAP team member responsible for creation and delivery of
HR module materials for entire organization.
. Negotiated three-year labor contract with Sheet Metal Workers
International Union.
. Developed and implemented FMLA policy and procedures.
. Managed worker's compensation program resulting in 40% reduction in
total incurred costs.
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. Designed and implemented retention programs to support strategic
goals and reduce turnover.
. Acquired training grants through state agencies providing
reimbursement of approximately $40,000 in annual costs to improve
operational efficiencies.
Contico International - Bridgeton Plant 1996 - 2004
Manager, Human Resources
Reported to the VP of Manufacturing with responsibility for all human
resource activities for a 375 employee unionized plant.
. Reduced recruiting costs by $100,000 within two years as a result
of improved hiring practices.
. Created Katy Industries Corporate Policy Manual.
. Reduced annual workers' compensation costs by $300,000 through
closer claims management and implementing post-offer, pre-
employment and post-accident functional capacity testing policies.
. Reduced number of grievances by 30% through improved communication
and coaching of floor supervision.
. Member of negotiating committee for two labor contracts with SEIU.
. Achieved 90% participation rate in 401K plan.
Ralston Purina International, St. Louis, Missouri 1987 - 1995
International Human Resources Supervisor
Reported to two Divisional Presidents with responsibility for
international and domestic human resources activities for 95 employees.
. Administered expatriate compensation and benefits programs.
. Created and managed budgets for salary and incentive pay.
. Directed collection of tax data and administered tax equalization
programs for expatriates.
. Supervised human resources administration for satellite sales
offices in Coral Gables, Puerto Rico and New York.
EDUCATION and ASSOCIATIONS
B.S., Management
Maryville University, St. Louis, Missouri
SAHRA - Springfield Area Human Resources Association - Communications
Committee member
National Safety Council - Springfield