JUDITH HOPPER
*** ********* **., ***********, ** 29307
******@*********.***
Career Objective
To use my extensive knowledge of Human Resources and business practices for the benefit of the organization and the employee.
ACCOMPLISHED HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL offering a solid educational background, over 20 years experience and a strong record of performance in Employee Relations, Policy Design, Performance Management, Benefits, Recruitment/Retention, Organizational Development,Compensation, Training, and Compliance. Significant qualifications include:
Proactive leader who aligns HR strategies with corporate objectives and designs programs to drive positive change.
Accomplished corporate goals of improving profitability and product qualify by recruiting management staff for key positions.
Cut workers’ comp costs 40% and accidents 19%; implemented employee education and rapid-return-to work programs.
Innovative thinker who blends solution thinking, common sense and motivational skill to deliver results.
Spearheaded major organizational shift; gained employee trust, championed team-focused atmosphere and worked closely with management to improve morale, loyalty and job satisfaction.
Focused manager with excellent interpersonal skills; establishes good rapport and trust, quickly gets to the heart of issues and achieves equitable results.
Perceptive, open professional with strong communication and listening skills.
Problem solver who improves the business environment at all levels and effectively balances corporate and employee needs.
Interacts well with people at all levels regardless of their cultural, economic or social backgrounds.
Human Resources Consultant
SE Equipment, Bobcat stores (5), 2/2009 – 7/2011
Provided HR procedures and policies for my son, he had become partner in the organization. None monetary.
Responsible for all Personnel Administration
Lead Performance Management and Teammate Development
Assured positive Teammate Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility
Acted as teammate advocate
Maintained non-union status of facilities by developing and practicing sound teammate relations
Managed the teammate selection process and orientation
Drove the Health and Safety programs, safety committee, lead safety training monthly
Managed Worker’s Compensation program
Store Human Resources Manager
Home Depot, 8/2004 – 9/2007
24/7 operating schedule
Hired by Home Depot to manager the Human Resources department of one of their stores. Supervised the scheduler and responsible for the store being staffed appropriately with the least cost.
Managed the hiring process, forecasted and analyzed workforce planning data and provided feedback to management team
Assessed training needs and quality of store's training delivery. Coordinating and scheduling training for associates and managers
Drove the review process for consistency, fairness, timeliness and effective utilization of payroll. Coaching and providing input to other managers and supervisors to provide quality, timely and consistent reviews.
Proactively maintained a positive Associate relations environment and support the Open Door policy. Facilitating in-store resolutions that are fair and consistent
Ensured proper administration of benefits information including healthcare, 401K, ESPP, worker’s compensation, Associate services,
Spearheaded all corporate Human Resources initiatives
Developed career goals for associates and plans for them to achieve goals
SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY, San Jose, CA1982
BS, Business Administration
VP of Human Resources
Lundberg Family Farms, 5/1988 – 4/2004
24/5 operating schedule
Developed job descriptions and conducted salary surveys to enhance recruitment and retention of top qualify employees.
Created HR initiatives to support annual revenue growth from $4 million to $33 million and 22% staff increase
Promoted from HR Director; manages $6 million payroll and 4 staff for $33 million organic rice producer with 165 year-round and 25 seasonal staff. Directs all aspects of HR including compensation, benefits, compliance and organizational development.
Introduced team-building exercises/training; attracted quality employees by revamping compensation schedules.
Spearheaded HR modernization initiative; analyzed and selected HRIS software solution and oversaw implementation.
Coached and mentored Board of Directors and Sr. Management.
Researched, negotiated and selected plans to provide optimum employee benefits at lowest possible cost.
Managed payroll for two entities in three states.
Managed DOT program requirements.
Developed job descriptions and conducted salary surveys to enhance recruitment and retention of top qualify employees
Human Resources Manager
Firestone Building Products, 10/2007-1/2009,
24/7 operating schedule
A manufacturing facility, which produces TOP solid sheet roofing for commercial application.
Charged with the success of HR activities and the safety program.
Providing direction and leadership for all phases of Human Resources and Safety Management
Education
CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY, Sacramento, CA 2001
MS, Human Resources
SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY, San Jose, CA1982
BS, Business Administration