Human Resource Resources

LISA J. HANSON, SPHR, SHRM-SCP ***** ***th Street, Madison Lake, MN 56063

507-***-**** ********@*****.***

PROFILE

I have a strong Human Resources leadership background in a variety of industries. I am a visionary thinker when looking at solutions. I start with the relationship in problem solving in order to motivate others to capitalize on their strengths and contributions to the solution. I look for and encourage diversity of thought in order to arrive at an agreed-to solution.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategy/Mission

Human Resources Business Partner

Quality Management System – ISO Certification

HR Performance Metrics

Employer Branding

Talent Acquisition

Organizational Development

Training & Development Programs

Learning Management Systems

Human Capital Planning

Workforce Development

Continuous Improvement – Lean, 5S, Kaizen Events

Employee Development

Career Planning and Instruction

Performance Competencies

Skill Set Analysis

Legal, Safety & Risk Management

Affirmative Action Plans and Audits

Employment Law and Immigration

OSHA and MSHA Regulations/Safety Audits

Grievances and Employee Relations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CINCH CONNECTIVITY SOLUTIONS, Waseca, MN 2013 to Present

CCS manufactures electronic components to provide mission critical connectivity solutions to growing markets world wide.

Human Resources Manager

Provided leadership in Human Resources strategy to ensure growth and achieve departmental goals in support of the Operations plan, Company goals, Quality and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

Initiated strong partnerships with organizational and community leaders to help teams develop their full potential.

Championed the 2015 Progress Award and Business of the Year Award for the largest U.S. manufacturing site.

Led the development and implementation of strategic Lean transformation plan with goal to eliminate waste in both manufacturing and business process areas.

COUGHLAN COMPANIES, INC, North Mankato, MN 2007 – 2013

Coughlan Companies is the holding company for Capstone, Mankato Kasota Stone, Inc., and Jordan Sands, LLC.

Director of Human Resources, Facilities and Corporate Giving

Provided counsel to operations and field management at all levels throughout the company on all matters related to employee relations, performance/career development, grievances and employment law compliance.

Pioneered student internship program; defined goals and expectations of the program; created training program and materials; interviewed, hired and provided follow-up resources to students.

Introduced an online career resource library to include business and career books, DVDs and other resources.

Facilitated individual learning plans for employees using the GAPS career tools.

Designed, marketed, and presented career exploration workshops to assist employees with understanding various career paths. Utilized self-assessment tools and strategies to gaining relevant experience.

Designed a company open house to aid employees with understanding of different roles within the company to assist with career planning and exploration.

Facilitated career planning presentations with the Minnesota State University, Mankato, Psychology club to include industry career coaching, assistance with resume and cover letter writing, job/internship search strategies.

Created a “Better U” Health and Wellness strategy that contained employee premiums while saving Company thousands on health care costs. This program was awarded the 2012 Workplace Well-being Award sponsored by HealthPartners and Minnesota Society for Human Resource Management.

Built infrastructure for $150,000 community relations and corporate giving program. This strategy was recognized for the 2012 Honored Company Award by the Minnesota Keystone Program.

Initiated a human capital review strategy to develop and retain leadership talent to meet organizational needs.

Realigned management activities with a focus on a competency-based performance management system and initiated employee development plans for 350 employees in U.S. and U.K.

Managed four budgets totaling over $2.1 million.

RASMUSSEN COLLEGE, Mankato, MN 2008

Adjunct Faculty – Instructor for B165 Introduction to Human Resources Management

MIDWEST WIRELESS, Mankato, MN 1996 - 2007

Midwest Wireless was a $300 million wireless communications company serving Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin. Company was acquired by Alltel Wireless for over $1 Billion.

Director of Human Resources and Chair, Community Caring Program

Built the human resource infrastructure by creating model to support business intent for a rapid start-up communications company with multi-state responsibility.

Partnered with University of St Thomas to lead the Leadership Development Program.

Managed the human capital/talent pool and succession planning process.

Developed and cultivated relationships with employers, workforce centers, non-profit agencies and faculty at local colleges in the pursuit of talent acquisition of employees and interns.

Designed curriculum and trained staff on career development and employer relations techniques.

Introduced HR metrics, HR Scorecard and SIPOC initiatives through Six Sigma Green Belt process.

Championed an Affirmative Action environment to include diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Grew employee base 300% while slashing recruiting costs by 20% through development of new initiatives.

Developed various training programs using multi-media delivery tools including overhead projection, video conferencing and eLearning methods for all levels of the organization linking business need to strategy.

Developed competencies of HR team through career planning, training, stretch assignments, job rotation, mentorships, and assigning greater responsibilities along with giving timely and constructive feedback.

Honored by SMAHRA for the 2003 “Best Practice Award” for web-based Training & Development Program.

Successfully transitioned new positions during several multi-state communications acquisitions.

Featured in the article, “Capturing the State of Human Resources in an Annual Report” in the June 2004 issue of Workforce Management magazine.

Appointed as Chair for the Midwest Wireless Community Caring Program and featured in the article, “Midwest Wireless – A Call To Community” in the February 2004 issue of Women’s Business Minnesota magazine.

LAKEVIEW METHODIST HEALTH CARE CENTER, Fairmont, MN 1995-1996

Lakeview Methodist is a non-profit multi-care facility which provides independent living, assisted living, adult day service, long-term and skilled nursing care.

Director of Human Resources

Designed and implemented formal employee training and development programs.

Developed risk management, health & wellness programs including safety initiatives & audits.

EDUCATION AND SKILLS

Master of Arts in Organizational Management, Concordia University, St Paul, MN

Bachelor of Science Degree, Psychology and Women’s Studies, Minnesota State University, Mankato, MN

Certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources by the Human Resource Certification Institute since 2000

Certified as Senior Certified Professional by Society of Human Resource Management since 2015

Six Sigma Process Improvement Training

Graduate of the Leadership Institute of Greater Mankato, MN

Licensed Analyst – Predictive Index Assessment System

Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, Publisher, PowerPoint, SharePoint; ADP, TalentStream Recruit, Real Colors

Learning Management Systems: PureSafety, Convenience Learning

COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTIONS

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) – Current Volunteer Unit Liaison (Ombudsman)

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Past State Certification Director

Southern Minnesota Area Human Resource Association (SMAHRA) Past Chief Financial Officer

Blue Earth Nicollet County Humane Society (BENCHS) Past Public Relations Co-Chair

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

Southern Minnesota Area Human Resource Association (SMAHRA)

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