Human Resources Management

Elaine S. Laux

P.O. Box *** * North Webster, Indiana 46555 * (C) 574-***-****

Email: ********@***.***

PROFILE

Vice President of Human Resources, with Fortune 50 experience, supporting up to 2,600

geographically dispersed employees across eleven (11) States

Adept at assessing impact of human resources policies and

programs, and in developing strategies that support business

growth and gain associate support for achieving organizational

goals. Strategic visionary that thinks creatively and respected

advisor at all levels of an organization. Highly skilled building

internal/external business relationships. Effective and influential at

cross-functional team leadership.

Exceptional written and interpersonal communications skills.

Demonstrated success in implementing effective solutions.

Extensive project management application leading to timely

accomplishments of goals and objectives.

Keen business savvy developed within the field of human

resources and overall organizational designs and systems. Broad

experience and knowledge of integrating manufacturing processes

and organizational behaviors to meet stockholder’s expectations

while at the same time satisfy internal customers.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Aalberts Industries, Amsterdam, Holland 1997- Present

A $2.8 billion dollar international corporation, specializing in components for flow control, automotive and HVAC

industries as well as holding the world’s plumbing market shares in wrot copper fittings.

Vice President, Human Resources 1997- Present

Elkhart, IN.

Develop and implement all comprehensive human resources strategies at multi-manufacturing sites;

domestically and internationally.

Provide manufacturing sites and sales & marketing locations with human resources expertise and

guidance for professional and production associates.

Advise President and Senior Level Staff on organizational matters, as well as develop solutions to resolve

outstanding matters.

Implemented succession planning processes from executive to middle management level, as well as

revamped recruitment strategies to enhance talent management while maintaining leanness.

Administers/designs all corporate incentive programs, recruitment programs, executive salaried

compensation programs, annual wage and benefit plans, as well as instrumental in assisting with

business development plans.

Experienced in organic development and acquisition growth domestically and internationally.

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• Multi-unit, multi-State, multi-industry, global HR in providing Shared Services to customer base.

• Oversee corporations’ human resources professionals.

• Chief company healthcare negotiator with insurance carriers and broker groups.

• Developed unique solutions in capping $4M in healthcare savings over past two years.

Achieved 42% OSHA recordable reduction by revamping the organizational direction and establishing a

new, complete, and involving safety program at all levels of the organization.

Designed and introduced cost reduction program to aid in profitability margins.

Established collaborative partnering relations at unionized and non-unionized facilities, while at the same

time act as chief negotiator during contractual renewals.

Led change management initiatives for preparation of ERP/SCM/E-Commerce implementation.

Represent and handle corporate wide labor disputes, EEOC cases, and/or other federal/state employment

inquiries.

Co-led lean manufacturing training initiatives, with Manufacturing Business partner, throughout USA and

introductory domestically. Approach to work, measurement, main streaming work processes, and

employee involvement resulted in significant productivity gains.

Oversee compensation & benefits domestically & internationally: plan consolidation saving $1.5M.

United Technologies Corporation, Hartford, Connecticut 1986 – 1997

A fortune 100 international corporation well-known within the aerospace, elevator, and heating, ventilation, and air

conditioning industries, employing over 200,000 associates.

Senior Human Resources Manager 1992-1997

Carrier Corporation Division, Huntington, IN.

Achieved 80% reduction in OHSA recordable accidents due to strengthening case management strategies

and through cross-functional participation.

Overall worker’s compensation costs reduced by $695k within 3 years due to training initiatives and

accountability.

Through implementation of a new hiring program, PPM levels were reduced by 40%, attrition reduced by

50%, and employee participation increased by 25%.

Developed an internal Rotational Development Program which allowed associates opportunities to grow

and excel on short-term basis thus reducing utilization of external temporary contractors.

Recruitment methods transitioned into future investments through implementation of summer college

programs, college and high school co-ops, shadowing opportunities, and community readiness

programs.

Designed and implemented high performance work teams which became a successful benchmark within

the corporation and State. Productivity improvements, teaming, self-directing, and profit gains were

significantly witnessed as a result while at the same time turnover and absenteeism reduced.

Manager, Personnel & Administration 1989-1992

Hamilton Standard Aerospace, Windsor Locks, CT.

Represented 1,500 professional and production associates at three locations: direct supervision of 3 staff

members.

Responsible for all human resources programs, including benefits, salaried, & labor relations, and

compensation system administration.

Provided strategic guidance to senior management on human resources matters.

Lead Personnel Advisor 1988-1989

Hamilton Standard Aerospace, Windsor Locks, CT.

Supervised labor relation specialists overseeing 2,000 collective bargaining associates.

Personnel Advisor 1986-1988

Hamilton Standard Aerospace, Windsor Locks, CT.

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Norton Company, Worcester, Massachusetts 1984 - 1986

World’s largest grinding wheel manufacturer, supplying such tools to automotive industries, medical field, and

construction.

HR Consultant & EEO Coordinator 1985-1986

Minimized company liability by educating managerial staff on policies, procedures, and federal/state

employment laws as well as administered the Affirmative Action Program’s action plan.

Training Coordinator 1984-1985

Administrated and coordinated in-house and external training programs via business assessment needs.

EDUCATION

Worcester State College, Worcester, Massachusetts

MBA Course Work, Human Resources Management

Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana

BS, Criminology & Social Work

PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2012 – Appointed to Council for Advancement of Labor & Management Relations Board of Directors

2010 – Council for the Advancement of Labor & Management Relations Achievement Award

2009 – National Association of Professional Women

2006 – Appointed to Ball State University Alumni Board

2001 – Appointed Board Member to Health City Medical Hospital, Elkhart, IN.

2000 – Presidential Award due to Performance Contributions

1998 – Presidential Award due to Performance Contributions

1997 – International Institute of Research National Convention Speaker on subject matter: Journey to

Organizational Partnering

1997 – Recipient of the Indiana Governor’s Quest for Excellence Award based on outstanding business

initiatives as a result of organizational empowerment and partnering

1997 – Recipient of UTC Stock Options Award due to Performance Contributions

1995 – Director’s Recognition, Outstanding Organizational Contributions

1992 – Cost Incentive Compensation Achievement Award

1991 – United Technologies President Award, Outstanding Service to a Customer

1990 – Senior Management Award of Achievement

1990 – Untied Technologies Special Award, Contributions made to Human Resources

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