TONYA HOUSTON
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SUMMARY
~10+ years of Human Resources generalist experience which include public (Manufacturing & Logistics) and private organizations, both union and non-union environments with multi-site and multi-state responsibility. Masters Degree in Human Resources Management.
WORK HISTORY
Exel, (BP Whiting Oil Refinery, Indiana & Illinois), (Cliffs Natural Resources, Lorado, WV) & (Exel Return Center, Indianapolis)
Human Resources Manager, May 2011-Present
oShut-Down/Start-Up Project Team: Lead HR Liaison coordinating effective communication with the hourly and salaried associates during the untimely site shut-down. Manage all HR functions remotely. Provide HR guidance in preparation for start-up operations. Work side by side with the Project Manager to ensure all facets of HR were identified, communicated and implemented.
oFull Cycle Recruiting: Create job postings, screen applicants, schedule/conduct interviews. Manage hourly staffing and internal job postings. Administer PSI testing for all hourly associates, driver and safety testing. Work with operations to strategize temp labor and development headcount structure.
oHRMS: Oracle Database System (hiring, firing, transfers, rehires & reporting). Manage Kronos Time & Attendance System. MATT Tool – Performance Management
oHR Administration: Created policies and procedures specific to the member company/client. Serve as the key resource for all associate related matters.
oOnboarding: Created New Hire Orientation slide deck for the member company. Coordinate the On-Boarding process for hourly/salary employees.
oTraining & Development: Provide HR compliance training for both hourly and salaried associates. Research and assist with developmental opportunities to help strengthen our leaders.
oPerformance Management: Work with the site GM to establish attainable goals for all salaried personnel. Review the mid-year and year end performance evaluations. Work with the Front-line leaders during the 30-60-90 day hourly probationary process. Provide assistance for corrective action and performance improvement plans.
oEmployee Engagement: Establish employer of choice culture amongst the associates. Implemented monthly birthday celebrations, provide luncheons during the holidays and
oProjects: Member Company Branding, NCR EOS Champion, HR EOS Action Plan Committee. Work as a strategic partner as it relates to Member Companies in US and Canada.
oSafety: Developed the 1st Safety Newsletter “Safety Slice.” Serve as the Safety Representative for the start-up. Set-up voucher programs for Safety Boots, Prescription safety glasses and Personal Protective Equipment. Generate ideas to promote Safety Awareness in a fun manner.
oWage Progression – Collect local market data. Analyze the current trends and make a wage recommendation for the upcoming year.
SPX CORPORATION, Michigan City, Indiana
Human Resources Generalist II, October 2006-May 2011
Hiring Process: Data entry, screening applicants, schedule/conduct interviews, drug screening and background checks. Manage hourly staffing and Job Bid process.
Union Administration: 1st and 2nd step Grievances.
HRMS: PeopleSoft Database System (hiring, firing, transfers & rehires). Kronos Time & Attendance Implementation (Point System). Managing applicants in E-recruit. Responsible for updating the HR Intranet.
HR Projects: Created and implemented Internship Program and craftsmen Apprenticeship Program.
College Recruiting: Created and implemented the College Recruiting Program. Attended all Campus Job Fair events. Created job aids and training guides for production supervisors.
CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT, Chicago, Illinois
Human Resources Coordinator, August 2004-Sept 2006
Created and implemented seasonal hiring process for over 1,500 employees. Perform/schedule interviews. Employment Verifications. Return to Work Authorizations. Follow through with processing, benefit reports, performance evaluations, disciplinary records, and grievance reports. Prepares personnel form 166 on employees to assign, transfer, promote, terminate, and act-up.
PUBLIC ALLIES, Chicago, Illinois
Ally Apprenticeship, September 2003-June 2004
CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH, Chicago, Illinois
Health Educator, September 2003-June 2004
Responsible for coordinating and facilitating health education workshops on
lead poison prevention for women and children throughout Chicago.
CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT, Chicago, Illinois
Administrative Assistant I, July 2001-2002
Perform work order data entry. Provide general office assistance including memos, letters, filing, and answering the telephone.
Human Resources Intern, (Summers) 1999-2001
STRENGTHS
Communication Skills
Use strong listening skills to identify customer needs
Project positive image of the organization and its products/services to all potential clients
Respond to customer needs in a timely and satisfactory manner
Act as a member of a team to achieve organizational goals
Promote quality by providing and seeking assistance when needed
Professional Qualities
Convey a professional image both inside and outside of the organization
Approach all duties in a diligent, reliable and dependable manner
Maintain an open-mind to consider new ideas, perspectives and solutions
Motivate self and others to develop and implement new initiatives
Implement organizational skills to increase quality and efficiency of work
SEMINARS/TRAINING
HR Related Courses
AMA – Recruiting, Interviewing and Screening
PHR/SPHR Prep Course
Immigrant Visa Master Course
Introduction to Lean Principles (Weil-McLain)
Leadership 101 (SPX)
Recruiter Academy (SPX)
Development Dimensions International
OSHA 10 Certification
Essentials of Leadership (Exel)
Essentials of Distribution (Exel)
EDUCATION
KELLER GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, Oakbrook, Illinois
Masters Degree, April 2004
Major: Human Resources Management
AURORA UNIVERSITY, Aurora, Illinois
Bachelor of Arts, November 2001
Major: Computer Science Business Information Systems