SUMMARY
Senior Human Resources Professional who promotes a team-oriented and open-door
environment that is conducive to a successful staff. Offering 13 years of experience and knowledge in talent acquisition, training, orientation, benefits, compensation and incentive program creation.
SKILLS
Staffing and recruiting professional
Interviewing expertise
Performance management strategies
Benefits administrator
Employee relations
Event management
Employment law knowledge
Manager coaching and training
HRIS applications proficient
Payroll expertise (ADP)
National Human Resources Association
Employee handbook development
QuickBooks proficiency
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Created a rewards and incentive program that was cited as the driving force behind decreasing staff turnover by 50%
Revamped the orientation process for all new hires, which was implemented company- wide.Revamped the orientation process for all new hires, which was implemented company-wide.
Developed targeted outreach recruitment programs to recruit the best talent and meet all departmental hiring requirements
Developed departmental handbooks that presented criteria on how to navigate various departments.
Arbitrating labor disputes in collaboration with the legal department to decrease employee law suits and legal expenses.
Decreased healthcare cost by implementing and maintaining a wellness program, for an annual savings of 125,000.
EXPERIENCE
Director of Human Resources
Atlanta, GA
Bronner Brothers/ Mar 2007 to May 2017
Performed diverse Human Resources functions (10 Years): administered benefits, led special projects, processed payroll, updated policies, collaborated on EEO-1, Vets 100, and Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) reporting. Revamped orientation and training programs for newly hired employees to include comprehensive information delivered in more-personal formats: teleconferences, small group meetings, tours, and one-on-one conversations, with follow-up J .
Sy Johnson
syqjohnson@
gmail.com
101 Valleyside Drive S.
Dallas, GA, 30157
phone calls. Supervised HR Assistant and up to 3 temporary Human Resource specialists handling high volume of work during peak periods such as open enrollment and trade-show season.
Designed the employee performance evaluation process and merit program. changed management process that seamlessly integrated benefits, compensation and retirement plans
Reviewed federal and state laws to confirm and enforce company compliance. Created organizational flow charts and career path reports to evaluate employee compensation information.
Ran the bi-weekly payroll process.
Created and modified job descriptions within all departments Addressed inquires from employees and management regarding new-hire activity and ongoing employee relation issues.
Managed diverse retirement plans including defined contribution 403(b), 401(a), and executive 457(b) plans.
Created and implemented drug free work force program Worked with manufacturing management and staff to reduce workplace injuries by creating a safety team with monthly meetings and OSHA certification and training, for a total reduction of 80%.
Office Manager
East Point, GA
Metro Alloys Inc./ Feb 2004 to Mar 2007
Managed the daily operations of a demanding office. Efficiently directed office support activities including staff training and supervision, activity and task scheduling, obtaining and allocating resources, management and improvement of internal processes, the implementation of procedures and policies and general office accounting functions. A results- driven manager who interacts effectively with a diverse group of people. Supervised office support staff
Explained human resources policies and procedures to all employees. Selected and interviewed candidates for all available positions. Assessed employee performance and issued disciplinary notices. Generated employee tracking reports each month.
Completed payroll processing from start to finish for more than 125 employees. Provided full administrative Executive team and Sales department Controlled accounts payable and accounts receivable Liaised with partners, vendors, clients and external accountants Planned and managed day to day operations for corporate office Follow up on customer calls and complaints
Determined customer needs.
Prepare monthly sales summaries and reports
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Associate of Arts: Business Management
Chattahoochee Technical College 1996
Marietta, GA
Certified Payroll Professional
American Payroll Association 2002
BBA: Business Administration
Shorter University 2004
Marietta, GA
SHRM - SCP/SPHR
Kennesaw State University 2005
Kennesaw, GA
Continuing Education
Rockhurst University
Kansas City, MI
FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) Compliance Update
Preventing Sexual Harassment Managers
Coaching and Mentoring Skills for Leadership Success How to Handle Conflict & Confrontation
Advanced Training for Microsoft Excel
Employment Law 101
HIPAA Privacy Compliance
Employee Development Plans 101
Payroll Law
How to Prevent Gender Bias and Sex Discrimination Claims Leveraging LinkedIn for Recruiting
OSHA Compliance & Workplace Safety