Human Resources Manager

EDWARD STARE **** NORTH OCONTO AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60634

PHONE 773-***-****

abmsrc@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Energetic, self-motivated, detail oriented Human Resources professional

with corporate exposure in mid-size manufacturing, distribution, and retail

environments in both intrastate and interstate locations.

Experience includes comprehensive benefits administration, full cycle

recruiting, on-boarding and orientation, accurate and timely payroll

administration, strict adherence to all federal and state labor laws

including ERISA, FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, EEO, ADA, FLSA, and OSHA. Capable of

supporting all levels of management within an organization while developing

a solid understanding of the needs of each. I possess excellent skills in

the areas of interpersonal dynamics and communication, training and

development, strategizing, analysis, and trouble-shooting.

WHAT I EXCELL AT:

Employee relations. Assisting employees in any way that I can and helping

them successfully navigate the many variables found in the workplace. The

elimination of problems and worries allows them to focus on their job,

which translates to better work performance and increased productivity.

CAPABILITIES

BENEFITS & PAYROLL ADMINISTRATION

Coordinate and conduct annual Open Enrollment meetings

Participate in plan design and vendor selection processes for health

insurance, life insurance and 401(k) plans

Work in cooperation with insurance agents, TPA's and vendor reps to solve

problems and answer employee questions

Successfully implemented numerous no cost employer-sponsored benefit plans

including Whole Life Insurance, Public Transportation reimbursement and

Series I US Savings Bonds program

Reduced annual 401(k) Plan administration costs by $2K through the use of

the Trustee Distribution process and by shifting the Annual Plan

Administration costs to all employees

Comply with federal and state wage and hour laws

Comfortable meeting tight deadlines

Experienced in ADP, Ceridian and Paylocity payroll processing systems

RECRUITING & HIRING

Effectively utilize multiple sources to identify qualified candidates

including internet job sites, professional organizations and networking

options, professional recruiters, job fairs, internship programs and

employee referrals

Screen and interview potential candidates and conduct thorough reference

checks

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with recruiting

professionals

Successfully negotiate competitive rates and optimum payment terms

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

Assist employees as needed in all employment related matters via answering

questions, offering advice when it is solicited, listening to their

concerns, and offering encouragement

Conduct thorough investigations in order to resolve disputes equitably and

in an unbiased manner

Consult with managers and supervisors regarding disciplinary problems,

performance related concerns, corrective action, merit promotions and

performance appraisals

Secured a reduction in the Illinois State Unemployment Contribution tax

rate from 7.0% in 2006 down to 4.1% in 2009. Total tax savings from 2006

through 2008 exceeded $55K

Participated in the successful negotiation of new labor contract for

Warehouseman's union

Implementation and management of a mandatory drug testing program for a

pool of twelve DOT and non-DOT delivery drivers

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Successful implementation and administration of pre and post-employment

skills testing and evaluation program

Facilitated quarterly management training seminars addressing various

workplace related issues including sexual harassment, performance

appraisals, workplace violence and conducting effective interviews

Participated in the formulation and implementation of company-wide

Emergency Evacuation plan and Emergency Evacuation handbook

Implementation of a workplace safety handbook and checklist program, which

was designed and developed in coordination with Workman's Compensation

Insurance carrier.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Human Resources Manager, Cormark, Inc. for Robert Half Int'l, Des Plaines

IL May 2009 - Present

Human Resources Coordinator, Epco Supply, Inc., Evanston IL

October 2005 - April 2009

(Company sold - Position eliminated due to outsourcing)

National Director of State Development, Save a Life Foundation, Schiller

Park IL June 2004 - October 2005

(Found a better opportunity in HR with Epco Supply)

Human Resources Manager - Central Region, BakeMark Ingredients, Carol

Stream IL February 2003 - March 2004

(Declined offer to relocate to Minnesota as part of regional restructuring)

Human Resources Generalist, SAFCO Corporation, Skokie IL

October 1996 - November 2002

(Layoff)

EDUCATION

BS Business Management Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago IL

AA Business Management Triton Community College River Grove IL

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

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