Human Resources Management

THOMAS H. BARKER

************@*****.*** 503-***-**** 20211 S. Sprague Rd. Oregon City, OR 97045 HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

Accomplished Human Resources Leader backed by a proven track record in managing a variety of human resources, diversity, corporate training and organization development activities for a multitude of industries. Reputable, effective and innovative problem solver who leverages Organization Development and HR expertise to develop highly effective organizations and processes . Experienced in starting up manufacturing facilities and building teams by fostering a results-oriented environment while creating accountability. INDUSTRY EXPERTISE & MANAGEMENT SKILLS

HR INFORMATION SYSTEMS

CORP CHANGE MANAGEMENT

STRATEGIC PLANNING

LEADER / COACH/ CONSULTING

SAFETY AND QUALITY STANDARDS

M&A DUE DILIGENCE

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS / MENTOR PROG.

ANALYTICAL

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

INCENTIVES AND SALARY STRUCTURE

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

MULTI-SITE RESPONSIBILITY

BUDGETING AND FORECASTING PROBLEM SOLVING TEAM BUILDING AND LEADERSHIP LEAN PRINCIPLES/PROCESS IMPROVEMENT PUBLIC SERVICE/VOLUNTEER WORK CULTURAL DIVERSITY / EEO PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ROBERT HALF – Portland, OR 2014 to 2015

(United Salad / Spada Properties) Major distributer of produce in the Northwest (United Salad, Duck Delivery, Marys Harvest Fresh)

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES – INTERIM

Responsible for all aspects of Human Resources, Training and Development, Organization Development Direct Human Resource functions, including recruiting, hiring practices, benefits and compensation. SOLOPOWER

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– Portland, OR 2012 to 2013

Technology leader in the field of thin film photovoltaics (PV) for low-cost module manufacturing and delivery of solar electricity.

CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Transformed HR from administrative role to strategic business partner, including working with senior management to drive key business and implement performance initiatives. Conducted extensive analysis of existing HR organization and developed plans to update all policies, procedures, services, and operations. Direct Human Resource functions, including recruiting, hiring practices, benefits and compensation.

Rewrote/updated employee manual, including revising outdated policies to ensure compliance and adding new policies

Developed variable compensation plan covering all levels of the organization

Company representative administering state and local government employment programs

Directed all management and leadership training

Managed staff of three professionals

Developed and managed performance management program

Developed new employment orientation program

Served on executive team providing on-going strategic and tactical support and advice for growth objectives

Negotiated and managed annual benefits renewal and enrollment 2 THOMAS H. BARKER ************@*****.*** 503-***-**** SOLAICX / MEMC (SUN EDISON) –Portland, OR 2007 to 2012 Technology leader of the Manufacture of Single Crystal Silicon for the Solar Industry. DIRECTOR / MANAGER OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Responsible for all aspects of Human Resources, Training and Development, Organization Development, and Safety for a start-up company. Helped grow company from greenfield operation to over 100 employees recruiting all levels of management, engineering, maintenance & facilities, and operations.

Developed compensation plan and pay scales

Developed Human Resources policies and procedures

Conducted extensive recruiting accountable for filling 125 management, technical, professional, and operation positions

Served on executive team providing on-going strategic and tactical support and advice for growth objectives

Company representative administering state and local government employment programs

Implemented leadership training for professional and line management development

Negotiated and managed annual benefits renewal and enrollment

Co-managed employee stock option plan

Developed new employment orientation program

Managed staff of four – Human Resources and training & Development SELF EMPLOYED – Gresham, OR 2004 to 2007

HR CONSULTING / TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

Leadership training

Lean Manufacturing implementation and training

Safety

Promotional

Policy and Procedure development

Management coaching & Mentoring

New employee orientation

Performance management

GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES – Upper Sandusky, OH 2001 to 2004 Guardian manufactures glass for the commercial, residential, interiors, automotive, energy/solar and technical glass industry segments.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER / SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL

Responsible for all aspects of Human Resources, Training and Development, Organization Development, and Safety & Environmental for facility of 450 employees.

Revised and updated Human Resources policies and procedures

Ongoing recruiting for managerial, technical, professional, and operation positions for plant of 450

Implemented leadership training for professional and line management development

Negotiated and managed annual benefits renewal and enrollment

Developed new employment orientation program

Managed staff of five – Human Resources and Safety & Environmental INFLATION SYSTEMS (TAKATA) – Moses Lake, WA 1999-2001 Takata/TK Holdings Inc. is a multi-billion dollar tier one supplier of automotive air bags, seat belts, steering wheels, electronics, and interior trim.

TRAINING & ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT MANAGER / HR GENERALIST / SAFETY MANAGER

Developed customized Leadership Assessment Program

Leadership training administration

Company operations training

Management coaching & Mentoring

3 THOMAS H. BARKER ************@*****.*** 503-***-****

New employee orientation

Safety management

Lean Manufacturing training and implementation

ADVANCED SILICON MATERIALS (REC) – Moses Lake, WA 1985 to 1999 Manufactures ultrapure silicon, used in making photovoltaic solar cells and modules. Produces polycrystalline silicon available in the form of powder, teardrop-shaped chips, chunks, and rods, also offers silane gas (SiH4), which is used in semiconductor production.

TRAINING & ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT INTERNAL CONSULTANT / SAFETY / QUALITY ASSURANCE

Leadership training development and delivery

Company operations training

Lean manufacturing training and implementation

ISO 9000 training, auditing, & implementation

Management coaching & Mentoring

New employee orientation

Process analysis development & management

Plant safety training and auditing

ORGANIZATIONS

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

American Society for Quality (ASQ), Certified Auditor

Certified Zenger-Miller Facilitator Leadership. (Achieve Global) EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, Human Resources (BA)

Eastern Washington University

Masters of Science, Organization Development

Central Washington University

Professional Human Resource Management (SHRM)

Seattle Pacific University

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