MARY KUYKENDALL
Hendersonville, NC 28792
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HUMAN RESOURCE GENERALIST/PAYROLL COORDINATOR
Energetic, dedicated Human Resource professional with solid multi-tasking and decision making talents. Exceptional interpersonal skills with a “think outside of the box” mentality.
“Exceeds expectations in matters related to taking initiative to take action related to HR matters. Mary requires little direction, resolves issues without need to escalate, uses good judgement in making decisions.” Stephen Floyd, South Eastern GM, Prince Manufacturing
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Payroll – Recruiting – Hiring – On-boarding/Training – Benefits Administration –
Workers’ Compensation – Turnover & Retention Tracking- First Responder
WORK EXPERIENCE
Human Resource Manager Prince Manufacturing Mills River, NC 2003-2017
Processed payroll using ADP for 185 permanent and temporary employees in North Carolina and Indiana
Recruited through several different means including social media, networking, job fairs, and referrals
Administered all medical, disability, as well as life insurance benefits
Initiated workmen’s compensation claims and developed Return-to-Work program
Organized community events and employee welfare activities
Championed the recording and reporting of the OSHA 300 logs
Performed exit interviews on an ongoing basis
Earned a reputation as an employee advocate
Branch Manager Phillips Staffing Arden, NC 1998-2002
Recruiting and hiring employees for contract and temporary positions. Processed payroll using AS400 for 10 or more companies at a time.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES
Diploma Enka High School Enka, NC
First Aid/CPR Notary Public ISO9001 Internal Auditor ADP Payroll Processing Lean Manufacturing