April L. Regier

**** **** ***** **** • LaGrange, Georgia 30240 • 706-***-**** • ac3rgf@r.postjobfree.com

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

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