Mary Shipley Garcia
**** ******* **, ********* ** 18106
October 19, 2017
To Whom It May Concern:
As an accomplished professional with over ten years’ experience in the manufacturing industry, I believe that I have unique talents that could benefit your company regarding Human Resource support. With this in mind, I have enclosed for your review a resume that briefly outlines my professional history.
Some of the key capabilities that I can bring to a new opportunity include:
A pleasant personality, excellent organizational skills and a desire to provide excellent customer service
Benefit and Compensation plan administration
Comprehensive employment activities
Experience in all aspects of employee relations
Familiarity with all aspects of payroll, Unemployment, Domestic Relations Reports and Workers Compensation
Knowledge of DOL Compliance Reviews, EEOC investigations and Employment lawsuits
Understanding of the importance of safety through my position as Safety Committee Chair and completion of OSHA 10 hour training
I am confident that my knowledge and expertise would allow me to deliver successful results in this Human Resource position. I would enjoy speaking with you in person to explore potential opportunities and how I can best serve the company’s needs. Please call or e-mail me to arrange a convenient time for us to meet.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to talking with you soon.
Sincerely,
Mary Shipley Garcia
ac237j@r.postjobfree.com
Mary Shipley Garcia
ac237j@r.postjobfree.com 484-***-****
6256 Fairway Lane, Wescosville, PA 18106
Human Resources Manager
Proficient Human Resource professional with experience in the design and implementation of Human Resource programs. Team-focused manager skilled in developing and administering new programs to improve employee satisfaction and productivity while adhering to established company practices and philosophies.
Areas of expertise:
Process Improvement ~ Talent Management ~ Employee Relations ~ Training Design & Delivery
~ Benefits Management ~ Recruiting & Staffing ~ Incentive Plan Design
Internal/External Communications ~ Administrative Excellence ~ Payroll Administration
Professional Experience
Consolidated Storage Companies, Inc. dba Equipto – Tatamy, PA 03/2006 to present
A sheet metal manufacturer, considered the industry leader in industrial storage solutions including cabinets, modular storage, mobile aisle storage systems, mezzanines and racks.
Manager, Human Resources
As the sole Human Resource employee, provided all Human Resource functions including Recruiting, Orientation, Benefits Management, Training, Compensation, Personnel Policy, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Diversity, and Payroll.
Successfully navigated DOL Wage & Hour Compliance review with zero resulting violations
Spearheaded the design and implementation of the recruiting process from position requisition through employment offer
Consulted with executives on talent management and compensation initiatives, which led to the successful development of a cross training program with subsequent pay scale adjustments
Developed training matrix and completed employee training for the purpose of utilizing PA WEDnet Basic Job Training grant funds
Responsible for the creation and maintenance of employee handbooks and internal policies
Personally coach managers and counsel employees regarding job performance and HR policies, conduct exit interviews as required
Manage internal training for all compliance related topics
Maintain AAP requirements, Administration of Workers’ Compensation and claim reporting
Safety Committee Chair
Successfully passed OSHA inspection, prevailed at EEOC filing and unemployment hearings
Manage the administration of all benefit programs through 2010
Process payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees, including set up and maintenance of multiple state tax accounts; implemented web based time & attendance system utilization
Alliance for Building Communities (ABC) – Allentown, PA 11/2004 to 03/2006
A non-profit agency dedicated to assisting Lehigh Valley communities in reducing urban density by providing affordable housing and first-time home ownership opportunities for clients with modest income levels.
Human Resource Clerk
Consistently handled all HR administration and support services including payroll, benefits, new hire orientation, HR paperwork, recruiting coordination, personnel file management, etc.
Assisted management in recruiting for non-exempt positions according to staffing and business needs
Generated weekly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees
Accountable for coordination of all employee deductions, including wage attachments. Maintained employee benefit time balances
Promoted to this position from Jr. Accountant
Mary Shipley Garcia
ac237j@r.postjobfree.com 484-***-****
6256 Fairway Lane, Wescosville, PA 18106
Jr. Accountant
Responsible for Accounts Payable for 12 locations under ABC umbrella, including the creation and implementation of a new voucher format for the AP system. Managed 25+ bank account balances for payments and government requirements.
Robert Half Finance & Accounting and People Unlimited – Lehigh Valley 02/2004 to 10/2004
Temporary positions through staffing agencies.
Knoll, Inc– E. Greenville, PA
Manufacturer of workplace furnishings.
Treasury Representative, Textiles Division: called back from previous year
Cutler Associates – Allentown, PA
Construction, architectural and project management firm.
Administrative Assistant: handled all administrative duties for this field office in Allentown.
NYK Logistics (UWDC), Inc.– Washington, NJ 07/2003 – 01/2004
Logistics services include warehousing & distribution, freight forwarding, international network solution and supply chain consulting.
Senior Administrative Representative
Managed the support of six (6) out of eight (8) largest accounts. Responsible for the creation and maintenance of reports to corporate office, including daily transaction, inventory and key performance reports.
Education, Certifications, Specialized Training & Professional Affiliation
Douglass College, New Brunswick, NJ: Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science
DeSales University, Center Valley, PA: Certificate, Human Resources Management
Currently studying for Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification
Certified Red Cross First Aid, CPR
Safety Committee Training
OSHA 10 Hour Training
Society for Human Resource Management, Lehigh Valley Chapter