Human Resources Professional with strong Computer Science Background
Resume:
Rex Allen
Muncie, IN 47304
Cell: 765-***-****
**********@*******.***
Education
Master of Science, July 2004
Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Major: Computer Science
Master of Business Administration, November 1983
Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Concentration: Industrial Relations
Bachelor of Arts, February 1975
Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Teaching Major: English Departmental Major: History (Secondary
Education)
Other:
Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate/Black Belt Trained
2002
Completed 5 of 6 Courses for CCP (Compensation Professional) Certification
1985-1986
Professional Skills and Abilities
* Excellent technical, analytical, organizational, and communication
skills
* Comprehensive background in all aspects of Human Resources
* Working knowledge of OSHA/Safety, Sharp, DOT, NFPA, EEO/AAP, FLSA,
ERISA,
COBRA, FMLA, ADA, HIPPA, SOX,, and WC requirements
* Experience in safety/health, security, fire protection,, labor
agreement administration, job analysis, compensation/merit planning,
wage surveys, benefits administration coaching/counseling,
recruiting/interviewing, quantitative analysis, budgeting/forecasting
* Over 10 years of database programming and administration experience
* Team oriented, cost conscience, able to multitask and meet
deadlines.
Work Experience
Operations Systems Support Coordinator (July, 2007 - May, 2011)
Student Assistance Corp. - SallieMae, Muncie, IN
* Developed Access databases to forecast loan account volumn, evenly
distribute accounts to agents against a variety of parameters,
provide daily/monthly tracking and analysis of accounts and agent
performance, and develop EOM performance reports for management and
clients.
Facilities & Tooling Analyst (April, 2005 - June, 2006)
Controller's Office - Visteon Systems LLC., Connersville, IN
* Developed budget forecasts and tracked project capital/expense
spending, amortization, depreciation, and leases
* Wrote Disposal Projects, Controller's Revisions, Supplements/De-
supplements
* Reviewed and approved all project spending
* Trained plant personnel on project systems and project writing
* Conducted SOX (Sarbanes Oxley) internal control reviews
* Performed monthly account reconciliations and journal entries for
closing
* Provided analytical support for contract negotiations and other
special projects
* Continued MS Access programming support for other departments
Personnel Services Supervisor (January, 1999 - May, 2005)
Human Resources - Visteon Systems LLC., Connersville, IN
* Supervised 10 salaried and 2 contract employees with responsibility
for Security, Fire Protection and Worker's Compensation and other
miscellaneous plant operations
* Developed and implemented SOX (Sarbanes Oxley) internal controls,
performed control reviews and attested to compliance
* Developed MS Access programs for the Medical Department to better
communicate and track active Hourly/Salaried Restrictions and annual
Audiometric Testing
* Reduced Worker's Compensation costs through aggressive management and
analysis
Benefits Supervisor (June, 1993 - December, 1999)
Human Resources - Visteon Systems LLC., Connersville, IN
* Responsible for hourly and salaried benefits for active employees and
retirees
(This included @ 3,000 hourly and 500 salaried employees, 1,500
retirees from our facility, 300 retirees from a closed legacy plant in
Philadelphia and 20 U.S. employees at a sister plant in Juarez,
Mexico)
* Administered four different heath plans in addition to a locally
developed PPO (Whitewater Healthcare Coalition) and two retirement
plans.
* Saved $850,000 in annually medical premiums without effecting coverage
Adjunct (Part-time) Instructor (August, 1987 - May, 1994)
Purdue University, I. U. East, Richmond, IN
* Taught 6 semesters of Occupational Health & Safety (SPV 331), 3
semesters of Labor Relations Problems (SPV 240), 1 semester
Supervisory Management (SPV 374), and 1 semester of Interviewing
Principles & Practices (COM 325)
Project Planning Specialist (January, 1990 - June, 1993)
Human Resources - Visteon Systems LLC., Connersville, IN
* Developed comprehensive substance abuse program and three county
symposium
on substance abuse in the workplace
* Designed and implemented an absence control program
* Created Access databases for Labor Relations, Hourly & Salaried
Personnel,
Training and Medical Departments and trained all users.
Personnel Services Manager (June, 1986 - December, 1990)
Human Resources - Visteon Systems LLC., Connersville, IN
* Supervised 16 salaried and two hourly employees
* Managerial responsibility for Hourly and Salaried Benefits, Workers
Compensation,
Safety & Health, Fire Protection, Security, and various
miscellaneous areas/activities
Senior Salaried Personnel Representative (August, 1984 - May, 1986)
Human Resources - Visteon Systems LLC., Connersville, IN
* Developed and published the plant's annual Affirmative Action and
Merit Plans
* Investigated and resolved salaried personnel problems
* Conducted salaried employee training and presentations to management
* Recruited at Universities, reviewed salaried job applications and
interviewed candidates
Senior Labor Relations Representative (February, 1982 - July, 1984)
Human Resources - Visteon Systems LLC., Connersville, IN
* Advised and counseled supervision regarding interpretation and
application of personnel policies and procedures, collective
bargaining agreement, labor laws and regulations to ensure compliance
with legal and contractual obligations
* Investigated grievances/reports of employee misconduct and conducted
initial hearings
* Assisted in three (3) contract negotiations by developing proposals,
writing contract language and providing analytical support and two (2)
arbitration cases
* Reviewed hourly job applications, selected and interviewed candidates
* Developed and conducted Supervisor training on Collective Bargaining
Agreements
Safety Engineer / Safety Supervisor (April, 1976 - January, 1982)
Human Resources - Visteon Systems LLC., Connersville, IN
* Responsible for the safety and health of 3,500 hourly / salaried
employees in a 1.5 mil. sq. ft. manufacturing plant involving metal
stamping, fabrication, and assembly
* Developed and implemented plant safety procedures and trained
employees
* Reviewed and approved new projects, equipment and plant layouts to
assure compliance with OSHA/IOSHA regulations and Company safety
requirements
* Performed inspections and Industrial Hygiene surveys to monitor
compliance
* Represented Company during OSHA/Insurance Carrier inspections,
developed and coordinated abatement and corrective action plans
* Won the National Safety Council's Award of Honor four consecutive
years
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook), MS Visual
Basic, PeopleSoft, and Company programs
Community Involvement
1998 - 2002 Mentor at Fayette County Elementary and Middle Schools
1996 Major Firms Chairman - United Way of Fayette County
Campaign
1994 - 1996 Cub Scout Den Leader & Pack Treasurer
1988 - 1990 Executive Board Member of United Way of Fayette County
1986 - 1987 Executive Board Member of Big Bro./Big Sisters of Fayette Co.
1984 - 1986 Jr. Achievement Advisor (Connersville, IN)
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