Human Resources

KAREN M. COLEMAN, MHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP

Greater Nashville Area ● 708-***-****

****************@*****.*** ● https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenmcoleman

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Accomplished HR Executive with extensive experience and achievements coaching and advising talent at all levels of the organization. Successful in ensuring the organization’s human capital serves the best interests of the company by creating and developing a human resources model specific to the organization. High-level communication skills which includes organization evaluation and process improvement, leadership coaching and development, and human resources management.

AREAS OF PROFICIENCY

Leadership Advisor and Development Change Management Employee Relations

Performance Improvement Training and Development HR Project Management Succession Planning Policy Development and Administration Compliance Management

PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS

Strategic Planning and Cost Reduction

HR Project Lead on start-up of $31M automated facility for new product line while also obtained $800K state grant for additional project line.

Managed voluntary separation program (VSP) for reorganization with limited employee relation issues.

Decreased worker comp claims for U.S. Operations by 50% and decreased lost time Injuries by introducing a safety culture to the organization.

Reduced medical benefit costs by implementing a Health and Wellness Program

Streamlined HR processes by implementing HR document control.

Talent Acquisition & Management

Reduced recruitment costs over 50% by creating a recruitment strategy utilizing social media, referral bonus program, staffing metrics, and time-to-fill reporting.

Piloted a new Internship Program which resulted in a wage study and modification of current compensation structure;

Rolled out recruiting marketing initiative to address staffing issues which included video marketing, social media and modifying referral bonus program

Achieved full cycle recruiting filling 141 open positions in 90 days

Leadership Advisor/Coach

Accepted a seven-month onsite assignment to assist V.P. of Operations with facility management.

Eliminated union activity by implementing communication strategies; employee meetings; and new reviewing work policies.

Organizational Development and Performance Improvement

Created and implemented U.S. Leadership Academy for Executive, Middle Management and First Time Managers in U.S. Operation.

Creating a performance review process for leaders at Corporate and facility level

Implemented companywide leadership on-boarding, 360 review process, IDP and succession planning process.

Trained Leaders on positive work environment including legal training

Served as training project lead for new computer software and computer conversion in U.S. (New Age), and rollout of People First Initiative in U.S.

Policy and Compliance

•Led facility in superb “green” rating for External Social Accountability Audit.

•Created internal job posting process to ensure fairness and consistency.

•Created a facility emergency response plan.

•Created job descriptions, wage survey and wage assignment, team member handbook, and hiring procedures for exempt and nonexempt positions.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

HUMAN RESOURCES (DIRECTOR LEVEL) - TBC (Nashville, TN) 2019

(Privately owned manufacturer with sales of 1 million with nearly 135 employees.)

Providing HR support to three (3) locations while advising Human Resources Director on HR function and HR strategic initiatives. This included analyzing the company’s HR programs and recommending solutions, building a strong partnership with the Executive Staff to ensure collaboration to achieve business goals and serving as a link between organization and employees by providing managers with practical tools and critical information needed to reach objectives.

MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES) - NWF (Horn Lake, MS) 2018 (relocated to Nashville)

(Premier global purveyor of customized breading, batters, seasoning, and functional ingredients.)

Provided generalist support to facility management team while managing five (5) HR professionals and supporting a facility of 300 employees and 41 leaders. Supported organization by providing guidance and coaching in the areas of performance management, legal compliance, investigations, terminations, health and safety, while leading training initiatives for leadership team, staff and the hourly workforce. Conducted employees’ meetings to identified issues at the facility and began culture change process.

DIRECTOR - CNC, Inc. (Tinley Park, IL) - 2014-2017 (relocated to Memphis)

(Privately owned events company.)

Established strategic vision and operational leadership for the facility. Also partnered with corporations and external organizations to provide consultation and advice on organizational development, teambuilding, leadership development training, soft skills training and employee recognition events.

SENIOR MANAGER, CORPORATE HUMAN RESOURCES (DIRECTOR LEVEL) - Bel Brands USA (Chicago, IL) - 2011-2014

(Privately owned cheese manufacturer, with sales of €2.4 billion in 2010, headquartered in Paris, France with nearly 11,300 employees in some 30 subsidiaries around the world.)

Regional HR support for four (4) manufacturing facilities (including a startup) while managing six (6) HR professionals (4 HR Managers, 1 HR Supervisor, 1 HR Generalist), two (2) safety supervisors and HS & E Manager. Also worked as strategic partner and support for U.S. corporate groups (supply chain, quality, purchasing, and the Americas zones industrial group) by identifying, analyzing and resolving complex human resources problems to insure high levels on involvement and accountability from employees to maximize business results and organizational effectiveness. Also developed and implemented U.S. based safety team and safety management system and partnered with a third-party relocation company to create a robust relocation program.

HUMAN RESOURCES (REGIONAL LEVEL) - Dawn Food Products (Manteno, IL) - 2007-2011

(Largest privately owned, global bakery supplier with annual sales of over $1 billion, and over 4,000 people working in more than 40 countries.)

HR Project Lead on start-up of $31M automated facility for new product line including obtaining $800K state grant for additional line. Implemented objectives and practices including leadership on-boarding and 360 review process to create a high-performance culture emphasizing empowerment, quality, productivity, standards, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce while partnering with key stakeholders to develop, deliver and facilitate people development initiatives to support strategic business objectives.

EDUCATION

(MHRM) Master of Human Resource Management, Keller Graduate School of Management (Orland Park, IL)

(B.A.) Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design, Columbia College (Chicago, IL)

(A.A.) Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts, Richard Daley College (Chicago, IL)

Master Certificate in Instructional Design, Capella University

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Professional in Human Resources (SHRM-CP) -Society of Human Resources Management

Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR) - Human Resource Certification Institute

Certification for facilitation of Failure Analysis/Problem - Reliability Center: Certification for facilitation of Action Workout Team Design - Anixter

VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY SERVICE

MTSHRM -Middle Tennessee Society for Human Resource Management CHAIR/Board Member: Live Streaming/Webinar

Art therapy: Riverwood Senior Living

Contact this candidate