April L. Regier
**** **** ***** **** • LaGrange, Georgia 30240 • 706-***-**** • ***********@*****.***
Career Objective
A career growth opportunity in human resources with a progressive, expanding company offering growth potential within the organization’s structure.
Skills
Employment Law
Talent Recruitment & Retention
Training & Development
Employee Relations
FMLA/ADA/EEO
Multi-site Experience
HR Policies & Procedures
Organizational Development
Employee Recognition & Rewards
Global Experience
Succession Planning
Experience
Mando America Corporation May 2012-present
Corporate Training Supervisor
January 4, 2017-present
Develops and delivers comprehensive training programs for new employees, annual training programs for existing employees, and advanced training to improve outcomes through efficiency and effectiveness in the workplace.
Directly supervises department trainers and the corporate training/education function.
Creates competency testing methods to assess and monitor training program success for employees.
Assesses and recommends computer-based training curriculum.
Leads and/or participates on cross-functional committees and work teams, including Policy and Procedure team, Rewards and Recognition team and Skill-based Pay team.
Communicates effectively with all levels of the organization, as well as with external vendors, consultants and other organizations; and supports approved information exchange with external parties as necessary
Works closely with project participants, operational directors, facilitators, and administrative management and support to promote a consistent approach to staff training.
Provide recommendations on cost improvement measures relative to the overall Training Program.
Ensure that the overall Training Program is administered uniformly and effectively.
Create and execute project plans (scope, budget, timeline) for development and delivery of highly interactive training and performance improvement activities and provide project status updates on a regular basis in partnership with Manager.
Facilitator of the Halla Core Values training for entire US operation.
Developed and implemented new Succession Planning Program for US operations.
Training and Recruiting Specialist
April 1, 2013-January 3, 2017
Lead employment, staffing planning, training and development functions for three manufacturing facilities and two research and development centers.
Developed and implemented recruiting strategy in alignment with corporate goals.
Coordinated with HR Managers to develop long term staffing plans and strategies.
Developed and managed Co-op, internship and other staffing programs.
Screened qualified applicants and facilitated interviews for open positions.
Implemented programs, plans, policies and procedures for recruitment, testing, selection and job placement.
Lead employment, staffing planning, training and development functions.
Developed and facilitated training programs for all employees.
Developed and managed training and recruiting budget.
Lead policy and procedures teams in creating and revising all company policies.
Developed standardized interview process for all facilities, including standardized interview guide.
Developed and implemented training for performance management training, trained all levels of salaried employees on new process and procedures.
Successfully applied and received $29,460 training grant from the State of Alabama through Incumbent Worker Training Program.
Training Specialist
May 16, 2012-April 1, 2013
Point of contact for all training programs for three facilities, two manufacturing and one research and development center.
Developed and conducted training programs for production and management employees.
Assessed employee needs for skill development and growth.
Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities and program effectiveness.
Scheduled and coordinated training resources and facilities, both internal and external
In-house training consultant.
Successfully applied and received $30,000 training grant from the State of Alabama through Region 8 Workforce Development.
Successfully implemented Maintenance Apprentice Program in conjunction with Southern Union Community College.
Developed and managed training budget.
District Four Public Health, WIC Service Jan-May 2012
Outreach Worker
Kelly Services Nov-Dec 2011
Administrative Assistant
Cornett Allstate Agency
KIA Motors Manufacturing Georgia Oct 2008-Apr 2011
Team Relations Specialist
Responsible for carrying out Human Resources functions in assigned section of the company.
Involved in the initial start-up of the plant, including hiring and policy development.
Developed and implemented all policies and procedures for the operation and trained all management and hourly employees on these policies.
Lead activities in support of conflict management and concern resolution, including conducting thorough and fair investigations.
Coordinate performance management and corrective action processes.
Worked with all levels of management and supervision in application and interpretation of company policy and legal regulations.
Research and develop recommendations on various HR-related projects.
Kleen-Tex Industries Aug 2007-Feb 2008
Human Resources Manager
Responsibility for all aspects of Human Resources, which included Employee Relations, Health & Safety, Workers' Compensation, Training and Development, Personnel & Employment Law Compliance (ADA, EEOC, FMLA, OSHA) Benefit and Payroll administration.
Advised department managers, supervisors, and employees in interpretation and application of human resources policies and procedures.
Recommended, evaluated, and participated in staff development.
Interviewed and selected hourly and salaried employees to fill vacant positions.
Managed STD, FMLA and W/C benefits.
Company representative in Unemployment and Workers' Compensation hearings.
Evaluated positions and analyzed market data for pay and compensations.
Strategic business partner with Senior Leadership Team.
Advised, coached, and counseled management team to resolve employee relations issues, complaints or allegations.
Provided guidance on performance and disciplinary issues.
Implemented new attendance policy for all hourly employees.
Revised employee handbook.
Guardian Industries Dec 2000-Aug 2007
Assistant Human Resources Manager
Number Two Human Resource person for manufacturing plant of 200
Responsible for directing HR coordinator in all HR activities
Partnered with supervisors and managers in dealing with the employee issues including termination, counseling, suspensions and conflict resolution
Analyzed best practices in recruitment and support company initiatives such as diversity, internet recruiting, employee referral program
Interviewed and evaluated applicants for employment including reference checking and salary recommendations, completion of backgrounds screens, drug tests and administration of paperwork
Managed employee performance, including career development and coaching, training, and attendance and coordinating the development and implementation of programs to better develop and utilize employees
Created new training and development program for hourly and salary employees in the areas of operations, teamwork and leadership
Developed Employee Handbook and new hire orientation program for all employees
Coordinated all areas of employee wellness program
Coordinated benefits administration including medical benefits and company sponsored 401(k) program
Investigated and processed worker's compensation claims
Determined corrective action for all hourly employees, such as quality, productivity and attendance issues
Kelly Services Sept 1998-Dec 2000
Senior Staffing Coordinator
Responsible for all aspects of the employment process including sourcing, screening, interviewing and selecting applicants
Assisted in the resolution of temporary personnel payroll problems
Resolved customer problems regarding employee performance or service
The first escalation/investigation point for issues concerning involuntary termination, fraudulent wage investigation, customer/employee concerns of sexual harassment
Provided customer feedback regarding quality control and performance review results
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree, June 1998, LaGrange College, LaGrange, Georgia
Major: Psychology
Affiliations
Auburn Training Connection
East Alabama Workforce Investment Network (EAWIN)
Manufacturing Sector Expertise Review Committee
Certifications
Six Sigma Green Belt in conjunction with Auburn University