Human Resources Management

Location:

Scranton, PA

Posted:

September 10, 2014

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Accomplishments

q Reduced overall company benefit costs after researching and

implementing plan and tier changes, made recommendations that were

accepted to reduce cost to employees as well.

q Restructured recruiting efforts for multiple locations through an

orderly approach to phone screening, pre-employment testing and

onboarding.

q Reduced temporary agency staffing costs by 10% annually by initiating

a request for proposal, locking in lower recruiting percentage and

identifying a partner who aligned with company goals.

q Reduced training costs through development and deployment of web-based

training plans to reach employees in remote locations.

Core Expertise

q Change Management: Possess a strong competency in identifying the need

for, and driving the execution through change management processed

cross-functionally throughout the organization in fast moving

organizations. Expertise in advising management on implications of

change for employees.

q Employee Relations: Balance the company's best interests with the

employees' needs to achieve business goals. Implement best management

practices to maintain high morale in a multi-site and multi-state

businesses.

q Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal employment laws and

reporting requirements. Communicate company policies and procedures

in line with company core values during chaotic environments through

effective communications.

q Benefit Administration: Leveraged strategic employee benefits

administration with diversified experience across an array of employee

benefits. Updated compliance knowledge relevant to ERISA, HIPAA and

Family Medical Leave Act, COBRA and all other Federal and State Laws

surrounding benefit administration. Claim resolution, physician

network and pharmacy issues for clients and brokers

q Executive Coaching: Coach senior management and business owners to

develop and communicate new strategy for continuous improvement and

organizational effectiveness. Strong competency in developing

policies and programs for small business owners based on company's

strategic goals.

Professional Experience

Director, Human Resources, Allen Distribution- Carlisle,

PA - 2011-present

. Entered a company undergoing rapid expansion with minimal established

HR practices to direct and oversee Human Resources department in areas

of employment, compensation, leave of absence, employee benefits,

training and development for 14 facilities including California.

. Direct and oversee the development of benefits proposals, negotiations

and administration of employee benefits.

. Designed and executed specialized Human Resources programs including

job description, physical readiness, occupational safety and health

standards and practices, which resulted in reduced work comp injuries.

. Settled potentially significant lawsuit amounting to $5K for under

$75K through effective negotiations.

. Consulted with management regarding employee and labor related issues

to resolve conflicts and reduce turnover costs.

. Realigned recruiting strategies which resulted in cost savings of 10%.

. Conducted compensation analysis to allow for continued competiveness

in the market.

. Participated with safety-policy trend analysis to identify issues and

developed corrective action plans.

. Partnered with worker's compensation carrier to prevent loss time and

reduce claim costs.

. Implemented a complete medical screening process to determine physical

readiness pre-employment program.

. Designed, developed and implemented New Hire Orientation program.

. Implemented competency-based performance improvement plan process and

coaching, resulting in fewer issues and successfully manages difficult

employee relation issues.

Divisional Human Resources Manager, Integrated Microwave technologies -

Carlisle, PA - 2008-2011 (Company Relocated to NJ)

. Developed, administered and updated the companies Human Resources

policies and procedures.

. Delivered services and implemented human resource plans including

recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, safety, and

training and development.

. Collaborated in successfully planning, designing, and executing

reduction in force.

. Led annual performance management process (trained employees and

managers on appraisal system)

. Implemented all benefits offerings for new and existing employees.

. Merged and developed new employee handbook, standard operating

procedures and policies.

. Managed payroll activities and merged timekeeping systems.

. Ensured OSHA compliance and led department into ISO 9000 compliance.

. Provided policy guidance and interpretation to managers. Counseled and

coached employees.

. Developed Affirmative Action Plans and managed compliance.

Contract Experience, Various Locations,

PA - 1/2004-10/2008

. Independently managed 75 employees onsite for a government agency.

. Managed start-up and ongoing distribution operations from recruiting,

setting compensation, coordinating with vendors on various supplies

and meeting needs of the customer.

. Administered benefit plans and was the go to person for all benefit