Human Resources Manager
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CLAY G. WRIGHT
Shenandoah, IA 51601 Email:
********@*****.***
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PROFILE
A dedicated and hardworking manager certified as a Six Sigma Green Belt
with over 20 years experience in human resources to include staffing,
succession planning, performance management, compensation, labor relations,
health & safety and training. Recognized for ability to lead team building
and communication with all levels in the organization. Keys strengths
include communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ARMSTRONG CABINET PRODUCTS
Auburn, Nebraska
Human Resources Manager
2007-2010
Responsible for the strategic and tactical HR leadership for a 250+
employee manufacturing plant. Managed a HR staff of 3 consisting of a HR
Coordinator, EH&S Manager and HR/EH&S Assistant. Developed and implemented
HR strategies in alignment with overall business objectives. Responsible
for safety, labor relations, recruitment, staffing, training and
development.
* Negotiated labor agreements with Carpenters' Union.
* Effectively managed the downsizing and closure of a 250+ employee
facility.
* Negotiated a Closure Agreement with the Carpenters' Union.
* Integral part of a Leadership team that improved productivity by over
10% by enhancing communications, teamwork and process improvement.
* Reduced unplanned absenteeism from 3.4 % to 2.0% through
administration of attendance policy and six sigma attendance
improvement project.
* Reduced turnover rate from 2006 year-end rate of 28.6% to 2008 year-
end rate of 11.1% through improvements in the hiring process, new
employee on-boarding and communications.
* Reduced OSHA Recordable Rate from 5.3 in 2006 to .8 in 2009, Days Away
from 2.3 in 2006 to zero in 2009 and DART rate of 4.2 in 2006 to zero
in 2009.
* Improved labor relations by promoting communication and teamwork
o Reduced grievances - 65 in 2006, 33 in 2007, 23 in 2008 and 9 in
2009.
* Developed & implemented leadership training for managers and
supervisors.
* Managed and executed training program for process improvement/Lean
manufacturing which included securing a $12,000 training grant from
the State of Nebraska.
HUSKER MANIA & MORE, INC.
Shenandoah, Iowa
President/Owner
2002-2006
Responsible for all aspects of a retail sports apparel and novelty
business. Responsible for managing the fiscal budget, personnel and all
daily operations of the business.
* Effectively managed the fiscal budget for an operation with annual
sales of $190,000 in sales.
* Managed all human resources functions including staffing and
compensation.
Clay G. Wright
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SUPERVALU INC. Des
Moines, Iowa
Human Resources Manager
1997-2002
Responsible for managing and administering all company policy, benefit and
compensation programs, safety and health programs and labor relations for a
distribution center with over 350 employees. Responsible for recruitment,
staffing, training and development.
* Effectively managed the layoffs and closure of a distribution center
with 350+ employees.
* Developed and implemented a leadership training program for
distribution management that helped the management team effectively
manage during a period of rapid change and downsizing.
* Reduced grievances from 145 in 2000 to 22 in 2001.
* Negotiated labor agreements and key issues with Teamsters and IAM
Union leadership.
* Reduced workers' compensation budget from $1.1 million in 1997 to
$395,000 in 2001.
* Developed, implemented and managed the Critical Activity Management
(Safe Work Behavior) process. Increased average percentage of safe
work behaviors from 60% to 94% in a two-year period.
* Developed and implemented an in-depth new hire orientation program
that increased employee retention.
SUPERVALU INC.
Bismarck, North Dakota
HR Training/Safety Manager
1989-1997
Responsible for managing and administering the safety and health, workers'
compensation and safety training programs. Also responsible for
recruitment, hiring and training of new warehouse employees.
* Responsible for hiring and training of all warehouse employees.
* Participated in a Retrospective Rating Pilot Program through the State
of North Dakota Workers' Compensation Bureau that saved over $1
million in workers' compensation premiums over a five-year period.
* Developed and implemented a preventative chiropractic care program
that reduced workers' compensation costs.
* Directed the Ergonomic/Safety and Slotting Committees.
* Developed and implemented an in-depth new employee orientation
program.
EDUCATION
University of Mary, Bismarck, North Dakota Bismarck State
College, Bismarck, North Dakota
Bachelor of Science, 1988 Associate of Arts, 1980
Major: Business Administration GPA: 3.68 Major: General
Studies
Graduate Studies in Masters in Management Program - Included courses in
management theory, finance, human resources, marketing, and management
information systems
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Member of Shenandoah Athletic Booster Club Board of Directors
Dimension Decision Inc (DDI) Certified Leadership Instructor
Zenger-Miller Leadership 2000 Instructor Training
Focus Interviewing
Time Management
OSHA 40hr Compliance Training
Many other misc. HR and safety-related seminars
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